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Memphis Discovery Tour w/ National Civil Rights Museum Admission
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Memphis
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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We can accommodate fold-up walkers or wheelchairs. We do not have a wheelchair lift and therefore cannot assist those in powered wheelchairs or with no mobility.
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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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The Memphis Riverboat is located at the bottom of a 35% incline covered with historic cobblestones. Due to the historic nature of the cobblestones, buses or vehicles are not allowed to drop passengers off directly at the boat dock; guests will be dropped off and picked up from Riverside Dr.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Memphis’ rich history, musical heritage, and Southern cuisine on this comprehensive “best of Memphis” tour. Take in all the highlights of downtown Memphis, from the Blues bars of Beale Street and historic Victorian mansions, to the site where Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated and one of Elvis’ early apartments. Get insight into the city's amazing heritage at the The National Civil Rights Museu, site of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
After visiting the museum of choice, you'll be driven safely back to Beale St., or to the Memphis Riverboat to enjoy a scenic cruise on the Mississippi River.
Highlights
From 3 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Riverboat Cruise admission (if option selected)
Professional guide
BBQ tastings (BBQ is pork, we do not offer substitutions)
National Civil Rights Museum admission
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Alcoholic Beverages
Food purchased on the Riverboat is NOT included in your ticket price
Meeting Points
Departure
197 Beale St
Please check in and meet your tour guide at the Backbeat Tours podium, located on the Patio at Alfred's on Beale St.
Return
Memphis Discovery Tour w/ National Civil Rights Museum Admission
(40) Reviews
Memphis
About
Discover Memphis’ rich history, musical heritage, and Southern cuisine on this comprehensive “best of Memphis” tour. Take in all the highlights of downtown Memphis, from the Blues bars of Beale Street and historic Victorian mansions, to the site where Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated and one of Elvis’ early apartments. Get insight into the city's amazing heritage at the The National Civil Rights Museu, site of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
After visiting the museum of choice, you'll be driven safely back to Beale St., or to the Memphis Riverboat to enjoy a scenic cruise on the Mississippi River.
Highlights
From 3 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Riverboat Cruise admission (if option selected)
Professional guide
BBQ tastings (BBQ is pork, we do not offer substitutions)
National Civil Rights Museum admission
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Alcoholic Beverages
Food purchased on the Riverboat is NOT included in your ticket price
Meeting Points
Departure
197 Beale St
Please check in and meet your tour guide at the Backbeat Tours podium, located on the Patio at Alfred's on Beale St.
Return
Itinerary
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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
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AutoZone Park
Home of the Memphis Redbirds, Minor League Baseball team
3
Court Square
One of the city's oldest and most beautiful parks
4
Victorian Village Historic District
"Millionaire's Row", beautiful historic homes of Memphis' cotton barons and
10 minutes
5
Magevney House
Memphis' oldest surviving residential home
6
Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavillion
History of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
7
The Orpheum Theatre
History of the Orpheum Theater
8
The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
History of the Cotton Exchange and historic Cotton Row
9
Central BBQ - Downtown
Enjoy a tasting of Memphis BBQ
15 minutes
10
South Main Street
South Main Historic Arts District, home to local restaurants and shops
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National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
Site of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and now home to the National Civil Rights Museum
1 hour and 30 minutes
12
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History and importance of the Mississippi River to Memphis
