Things to Do in Memphis

Memphis is a city built on music, history, and the Mississippi River. Whether you're here to walk in Elvis's footsteps at Graceland, explore the soul of American music at Stax Museum of American Soul Music and Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum, or dive into the city's complex past at the National Civil Rights Museum, there's something that resonates with every traveler.

The energy of Beale Street draws crowds day and night, while quieter cultural experiences await at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and the Slave Haven Underground Railroad Museum. Outdoor lovers can spend time at Shelby Farms Park or Overton Park, catch a show at Overton Park Shell, or climb to the observation deck at Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid for river views. South Main and Cooper-Young offer galleries, vintage shops like A. Schwab, and local restaurants scattered throughout neighborhoods that feel lived-in and genuine.

Sun Studio remains a pilgrimage site for music fans, and The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange tells the story of the commodity that shaped the region. Between museums, parks, and streets thick with musical heritage, Memphis rewards curious exploration.