Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee is a vibrant and historic entertainment hub that showcases the rich music culture of the city. This iconic route is synonymous with the birth of the blues and a must-visit destination for music lovers from around the world. Lined with an array of lively bars, clubs, restaurants, and shops, Beale Street offers a dynamic and lively atmosphere that is unparalleled. The street comes alive with the sound of live music pouring out onto the sidewalks, creating an electrifying and energetic ambiance that captivates visitors. From talented street performers to renowned musicians, the entertainment options on Beale Street are endless. Whether you're looking to dance the night away to soulful tunes or savor authentic Southern cuisine, Beale Street has something for everyone. This legendary route is a symbol of Memphis' cultural heritage and continues to draw crowds seeking an unforgettable entertainment experience.
Beale Street
Entertainment •
Memphis,
Tennessee
$365
Memphis 101: Music, History, and Iconic Landmarks Private Tour
Discover Memphis through the eyes of a professional musician on this exclusive 3-hour private tour, designed for your party of up to 4 guests. Travel in luxury aboard a 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV while experiencing Memphis' most iconic locations. Begin with an intimate walking tour of historic Beale Street, where your guide shares stories of W.C. Handy, B.B. King, and the birth of the blues. Visit the Peabody Hotel's famous ducks, explore the powerful National Civil Rights Museum exterior, and stop at legendary Sun Studio. Enjoy Mississippi River views at Martyrs Park, the grand mansions of Victorian Village, and hidden gems like Robert R. Church Park. Your guide's personal stories and musician's perspective provide authentic insights rarely experienced by visitors. Note: Sun Studio and Civil Rights Museum admission tickets available for purchase on-site if desired.
$225
Memphis History & Heritage: Private Half-Day Walking Tour
Like cities, the world over, the history of Memphis is one best understood by knowing the lay of the land, and the geography which shaped it. As you walk through the city, your guide will explain how the city’s features have defined and shaped the institutions and culture of Memphis. Visit historic Beale Street - where nightclubs, pawnshops, restaurants, and theatres have been playing the blues for over a century. Learn about the street’s history dating back to the mid-19th century, where Black commerce thrived in spite of the odds. Hear tales of Ida B Wells, 'Beale Street Blues', B.B. King, and Dr King. Then, enter into the heart of the American story at the National Center for Civil Rights Museum, where your guide will take you on an hour tour.
$85
Welcome to Memphis: Private Downtown Orientation Walk
Just arrived in Memphis? Start your visit with a relaxed 60-minute downtown orientation. Instead of a traditional history tour, this experience is designed to help you get your bearings, see the city's most recognizable landmarks, and understand how everything connects, from Beale Street and the Mississippi River to South Main and the National Civil Rights Museum. Along the way, you'll get helpful local tips on where to eat, where the music happens, and how to easily explore the city on your own. You'll also spot the Elvis status many visitors miss and hear about the historic Arcade Restaurant, where Elvis loved his peanut butter and banana sandwich. The experience concludes at the Peabody Hotel in time to see the famous Peabody Ducks. Guests also receive access to a self-guided Beale Street experience that explores the music history and iconic spots along this legendary street. It's a great way to explore more of Beale Street later at your own pace.
$365
Private Elvis Tour in Memphis – The Early Years of the King
Before the mansion, there was Memphis. On this private Elvis tour in Memphis, you'll discover the overlooked places where Elvis Presley first found his sound — the apartment, the stage, and the studio where rock ’n’ roll quietly began. Led by a local Memphis musician and Elvis historian who has spent years performing on Beale Street, this tour explores the neighborhoods, schools, recording studios, and stages where Elvis Presley lived, learned, and first electrified audiences. Along the way you'll visit legendary locations connected to Elvis’s early life including Sun Studio, Beale Street, Humes High School, and the Overton Park Shell — the stage where Elvis shocked Memphis in 1954. If you want to understand how Elvis became Elvis, this is the tour.
$88
2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History Tour
On this 2.5 hour African American History tour, we will be your "conductor" and take you on a journey through Memphis that will be sure to open your eyes to some of the most historical sites connected to slavery through to the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. There is so much more to Memphis than Downtown to experience, so we will also explore some of our interesting neighborhoods. This tour is for residents, families, and visitors who are looking for the activities to do that are safe, fun and insightful.
$480
Premium Elvis Experience: City Tour with Graceland Tickets
This experience combines a private guided Memphis tour with a scheduled visit to Graceland using pre-purchased Elvis Experience tickets. You’ll begin with a 2.5–3 hour private driving tour exploring the Memphis locations that shaped Elvis’s early life, followed by a self-guided visit inside Graceland using your included tickets. Your Graceland visit includes a scheduled mansion entry time, access to the official audio tour, exhibits, and museums. This portion is self-guided and takes place alongside other guests. This is a half-day experience (approximately 6–7 hours total) designed for travelers who want both a guided Memphis experience and time to explore Graceland independently. If you prefer a shorter, guide-led experience without Graceland, the Private Elvis Tour in Memphis – The Early Years of the King (1.5 hours) is also available.
$41
Memphis True Crime Tour
Explore the darker side of Memphis history. A twilight exploration of Memphis' murderous, scandalous, fascinating past, complete with serial killers, mobsters, vengeful lovers, and compelling unsolved cases. A knowledgeable local guide will take you to the scene of some of the city's most notorious crimes. Along the way you'll learn about: -A serial killer's summer of terror -Beale Street's deadliest saloon -Georgia Tann, notorious baby thief -Memphis' coldest case -Alma Theede, the "Black Widow" of Vance Avenue -the largest jail break in Shelby County history -and more! We'll even make a special stop for custom, to-die-for cocktails at the stylish Moxy Hotel (mocktails, soda, and water also available).
$38
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
The Mojo Tour is a unique, high-energy musical tour of Memphis, a city that’s given the world three great genres of popular music: blues, rock ‘n’ roll, and sweet Southern soul. Led by professional Beale Street musicians and featuring live music, comedy, history, and storytelling, the tour brings this famed musical heritage to life on the nation’s only music bus. Along the way you’ll see such famous landmarks as Sun Studio, Beale Street, Stax Studio, the Lorraine Motel, Cotton Row, Peabody Hotel, Overton Park, and the early homes of Elvis and B.B. King. It’s no accident that legends like Elvis, Johnny Cash, BB King and Otis Redding all got their start in the city known as the Home of the Blues: find out how it all went down on this entertaining tour of Memphis’ greatest hits.
$22
Beale Street Guided Walking Tour
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.”
$49
Memphis Discovery Tour
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).
Interesting Places Nearby
Planning the perfect vacation? There are a ton of great places to explore. Checkout out these exciting locations and places near Beale Street.
Graceland
National Civil Rights Museum
Peabody Hotel Ducks
Handy Park
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Mud Island River Park
Memphis Orpheum Theater
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
Court Square
