Memphis Discovery Tour
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 769 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Memphis Discovery Tour worth booking?
Memphis Discovery Tour is a 2-hour experience in Memphis, United States, from $49 per person. It scores 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 769 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 84 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (769)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $49 per person
Get the complete Memphis experience on this all-inclusive city tour. It’s a part history tour, part attraction hopping, part food tour that will introduce you to everything that makes Memphis special. You’ll visit World
What you get
About this experience
Get the complete Memphis experience on this all-inclusive city tour. It’s a part history tour, part attraction hopping, part food tour that will introduce you to everything that makes Memphis special. You’ll visit World Famous Beale Street (the Home of the Blues), see the Mississippi River and historic Cotton Row, and get a barbecue tasting at one of the best barbecue joints in the city! Along the way, we'll show you our favorite Memphis sights, including Victorian Village, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, historic churches, and Court Square, the lovely and historic heart of 19th century Memphis. Visit the Lorraine Motel. to see the balcony where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated. Admission to the National Civil Rights Museum, the Rock 'n' Soul Museum or Edge Motor Museum is available (please make sure you select that option).
What's included
Included
- National Civil Rights Museum admission (if option selected)
- BBQ tasting (BBQ is pork, and we do not offer substitutions)
- Professional guide
- Rock 'n' Soul Museum admission (if option selected)
- Edge Motor Museum admission (if option selected)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Drinks (alcohol)
What you'll see and do
Beale Street
The tour starts on Beale Street at Alfred's on Beale, and begins by exploring the history of the Home of the Blues
10 minutes here
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
Admission included (if option selected) to this world-class museum telling the complete story of Memphis music
60 minutes here · Admission included
Enjoy a delicious tasting of Memphis BBQ
15 minutes here
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
History of the 1968 Sanitation Strike and the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Admission included if option selected (1.5 hours tour)
10 minutes here · Admission not included
History and importance of the Mississippi River to Memphis
Pass by without stopping
Victorian Village Historic District
History of "Millionaire's Row," the beautiful historic homes of Memphis' cotton barons
Pass by without stopping
Magevney House
History of the city's oldest surviving residence
Pass by without stopping
The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
History of the Cotton Exchange and historic Cotton Row
Pass by without stopping
History of the Presley family's first real home in Memphis
Pass by without stopping
History of Danny Thomas and St. Jude's
Pass by without stopping
Court Square
History of one of the city's oldest and most beautiful parks
Pass by without stopping
The Orpheum Theatre
History of the Orpheum Theater
Pass by without stopping
AutoZone Park
History of baseball in Memphis
Pass by without stopping
Handy Park
History of WC Handy, the "Father of the Blues," and the birth of the blues on Beale Street
5 minutes here
History of the Shelby County Courthouse
Pass by without stopping
History of the city's oldest church
Pass by without stopping
History of the South Main Historic District
Pass by without stopping
Edge Motor Museum
Admission included (if option selected) to see Memphis' newest attraction exploring the history of the American sports car.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Memphis
Please check in at our ticket podium, located on the patio at Alfred's downstairs.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please check in at our ticket podium, located on the patio at Alfred's downstairs.
Options you can book
Tour + Edge Motor Museum
Edge Motor Museum admissions: Admission to Edge Motor Museum Duration: 3 hours: Adds additional hour to basic tour
Tour + Rock'n'Soul Museum
Rock'n'Soul admissions: Admission to the Memphis Rock'n'Soul Museum Duration: 3 hours: Adds additional hour to basic tour
Tour Only: No Museum Admission
Duration: 2 hours
Tour + Civil Rights Museum
Civil Rights admissions: Admission to the National Civil Rights Museum Duration: 3 hours: Adds additional hour to basic tour
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 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Backbeat Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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 767 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
767 verified traveler reviews for Memphis Discovery Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great!!!
Shannon and Mandy were great. A ton of information and great stories!
via Tripadvisor
Good time and very informative
Very informative. Entertaining guides.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour with Mary...
Amazing tour with Mary and Michael! You learn a lot about Memphis in a short period of time. Enjoy!!
via Viator
A Memphis ‘must do’ tour
An absolute top notch experience from the moment we checked in. The guide, Shannon, was friendly, welcoming and engaged us with her enthusiasm and love for her city. Her knowledge of the city’s history, architecture and culture had us spellbound throughout the two hour tour. The BBQ lunch was yummy too. 5 stars, highly recommended and we came away feeling we really got to know this amazing city. Shannon was simply the best! 😀
via Tripadvisor
Great way to learn about...
Great way to learn about Memphis and see some of the top sites. Also, really enjoyed the tasting of BBQ that they included!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $49 to $82
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 269
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 84
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Memphis Discovery Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Memphis.
How much does Memphis Discovery Tour cost?
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Prices start at $49 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 Memphis Discovery Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours 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 Memphis Discovery Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 84 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 769 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 Memphis Discovery 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 Memphis Discovery Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Memphis Discovery Tour?
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Around 269 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Memphis Discovery 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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