Memphis City Guide

Long known as “the birthplace of rock n’ roll,” Memphis, Tennessee is a favorite vacation destination for many travelers. Memphis exudes a relaxed, laid-back attitude.
Located in the southeast corner of Tennessee, Memphis entices visitors with its eclectic mix of Elvis sites, blues clubs, barbecue joints, museums and more. Memphis is the type of city you experience, rather than visit.

Whether you’re a fan of the King or not, Graceland Mansion is exciting to visit. Explore the Jungle Room, the Trophy Building, the Meditation Garden, Elvis' private jets, the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, and Sincerely Elvis exhibit. Visit Sun Studio, the most famous recording studio in the world, and see where it all began. Guided tours explain the history of rock 'n' roll and the story behind this studio, which launched the careers of Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and many others.

The National Civil Rights Museum, housed in the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, tells the story of the civil and human rights struggles and victories. Take an afternoon stroll through the Japanese, Sensory, Rose, Herb and Wildflower Gardens at the beautiful Memphis Botanic Garden features 22 gardens on 96 acres.

You just can’t visit Memphis without enjoying some mouth-watering barbecue. Barbecue joints are around every corner, but if you’re downtown, check out Rendezvous, Charlie Vergos’ located in an 1890 building. The menu features mouth watering dry-style barbecued ribs as well as shoulder sandwiches, pork loin, chicken, shrimp and more.

A vacation in Memphis means good food, good music and plenty of southern hospitality. With so many attractions and restaurants, your biggest problem will be deciding where to begin and end. Let us help you plan your next adventure in Memphis.

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