Beale Street Guided Walking Tour in Memphis
Memphis, United States

Beale Street Guided Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 76 4.8 · 193 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $22

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Outty Ranking

76/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 193 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Beale Street Guided Walking Tour worth booking?

Beale Street Guided Walking Tour is a 1-hour experience in Memphis, United States, from $22 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 193 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (193)
Duration
1 hours
From
$22 per person

Explore the street where the blues began on this one hour walking tour of historic Beale Street. Voted “America’s Most Iconic Street” by USA Today, Beale Street has a long, colorful history. From its early days as a red

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore the street where the blues began on this one hour walking tour of historic Beale Street. Voted “America’s Most Iconic Street” by USA Today, Beale Street has a long, colorful history. From its early days as a red light district to its heyday as the center of the city’s vibrant African-American culture, you'll explore the stories behind the legends and the colorful characters who helped make Beale Street the “Home of the Blues.”

    What's included

    Included

    • All taxes, fees and handling charges
    • Professional guide

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Food and drinks
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    What you'll see and do

    1. Beale Street

      The Home of the Blues, and pone of America's most historic and iconic streets/

      60 minutes here

    2. Handy Park

      History of the famous bluesmen's park

      10 minutes here

    3. History of the famous store where Elvis adopted his signature style

      10 minutes here

    4. A. Schwab

      History of the old fashioned general store and soda fountain founded in 1876, the city's oldest business

      10 minutes here

    5. W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum

      History of the "shotgun house" of W.C. Handy

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Memphis

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Backbeat Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Provide Viator Voucher to show proof of purchase
    • The walking distance is 0.5 miles (0.8 km)
    • The tour is a walking tour on public city sidewalks, and is wheelchair accessible
    • Within a few blocks there are four different parking garages, and several open-air parking lots. The closest garage to our location (just two blocks away) is at 149 Peabody Place between Second Street and BB King Blvd., next to the Hampton Inn. You can try your luck with on-street metered parking, too, on Second Street just south of Beale; on Beale between Front and Second; or along Peabody Place from Front to Fourth Street.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 193 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    193 verified traveler reviews for Beale Street Guided Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    169
    4 star
    14
    3 star
    6
    2 star
    1
    1 star
    3
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    Jerry J · August 2026

    More to Beale St than bars.

    My tour guide had good knowledge of the history of Beale Street. I learned much about the street beyond just bars and music.

    via Tripadvisor

    WorldTravelor2011 · July 2026

    Entertaining & knowledgeable guide, passionate about his city.

    Our guide, John, provided many interesting behind-the-scenes and historical stories about Beale St. His passion and love for the city was contagious! We also enjoyed hearing his personal experiences as a performer . We appreciated that he accommodated our slower walking pace and found shade on a very hot day. Making the reservation by calling the operator directly was super simple.

    via Tripadvisor

    O5020NGjamesb · June 2026

    Shannon was an excellent guide

    Shannon was an excellent guide - adapted to our knowledge base from previous tours and she filled so many gaps

    via Tripadvisor

    F3369BZteresab · May 2026

    Excellent

    John was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the history of Beale Street.

    via Tripadvisor

    Debs3kds · May 2026

    Learning the history of Beale Street

    Fun learning the stories of Beale street! Had seen it walking around in the evening - was nice to learn the back stories!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    68
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 76

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)84
    Review evidence (18% weight)71
    Booking momentum (14% weight)66
    Value for money (12% weight)63
    Listing quality (10% weight)72
    Local standing (8% weight)78
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Beale Street Guided Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Memphis.

    How much does Beale Street Guided Walking Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $22 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Memphis usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Beale Street Guided Walking Tour take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Memphis is not rushed.

    Is Beale Street Guided Walking Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 193 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Memphis, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Beale Street Guided Walking Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Beale Street Guided Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Beale Street Guided Walking Tour?

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    Around 68 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Memphis can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Memphis and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Beale Street Guided Walking Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Memphis within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Memphis?

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    Memphis is music and food: Graceland with VIP access tiers, Sun Studio and Stax, Beale Street blues crawls, National Civil Rights Museum visits and barbecue tours through the pits. Graceland ticket tiers are confusing, so we weight clear inclusions. On Outty we rank every Memphis experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Memphis Mojo Bus Tour, Taste of Downtown Memphis Food Tour, Memphis Signature Guided Brewery Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Memphis?

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    March to May and September to November. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Memphis?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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