Memphis Travel Guide: Music, BBQ & Iconic Landmarks

Walking tours dominate the options we compare across booking platforms, making up about two-thirds of all activities. Beyond that, you'll find bus tours, audio tours, and driving tours, though in smaller numbers. Most tours lean heavily toward cultural and historical themes, so expect to explore Memphis's rich music, civil rights, and architectural heritage rather than adventure or outdoor activities.

Across the 101 activities we compare, prices span widely from around $10 to $365, but most fall in the $21–$85 range. The median sits at $47. Entry-level walking tours and scavenger hunts start as low as $8–$10, while full-day or specialized experiences can run significantly higher. If you're flexible on timing and willing to book ahead, you'll have plenty of options at every price point.

The most-listed tours we compare are the Memphis City Tour (from $17), Memphis Private Walking Tour (from $10), Beale Street Walking Tour (from $8), and the Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum (from $8). You'll also see Memphis Scavenger Hunt and Memphis True Crime Bus Tour frequently. These headline experiences tend to have the most availability and competitive pricing across multiple platforms.

Yes, more so than in many cities. About one-quarter of the options we compare are private tours, which is notably high. If you prefer a personalized experience or are traveling with a group, private walking tours and custom itineraries are genuinely available and worth comparing across platforms for the best rate.

Most tours include a guide, though only about a quarter come with entry tickets included. A small number cover transportation or have taxes built in. Tours typically run 1 to 7 hours, with a median of around 2.2 hours, so you can choose between quick highlights and deeper dives. Around half of the options offer free cancellation, which is helpful if your plans shift.

About 27% of the options we compare are tagged eco-friendly, suggesting a genuine presence of sustainable tour choices if that matters to your trip. Family-friendly options are rarer in the data, so if you're traveling with children, it's worth filtering carefully or contacting tour operators directly to confirm suitability.

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.58 stars across over 12,000 combined reviews and roughly 89% positive sentiment. Reviewers frequently use words like great, amazing, excellent, and fantastic. Only a handful of experiences are flagged as likely to sell out, so you generally have flexibility, though booking ahead is still wise for popular time slots. About 62% of options offer instant confirmation, so you can often lock in your choice right away.

Tours are available in six languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Portuguese. English-language options dominate, but if you need another language, you'll find choices across booking platforms, especially for the most popular experiences.

Use MATA buses for public transit, ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft, or explore the Main Street Trolley for downtown attractions and historical sites.

Downtown, South Main, and Midtown are the safest and most tourist-friendly areas with hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance.

Yes, visit Graceland's grounds for free, explore the National Civil Rights Museum, check out Shelby Farms Park, and enjoy live music on Beale Street.