Memphis Walking Tour: Explore Historic Landmarks

Discover the captivating history of Memphis on a leisurely walking tour of historic Cotton Row. Explore Court Square, enjoy river views, and hear tales of rebels and bootleggers.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Barboro Alley - Explore the history of yellow fever in Memphis
  • WDIA-WHRK Radio Building - Discover the legacy of WDIA, known as the “Goodwill Station”
  • Court Square - Learn about one of Memphis’ oldest and most picturesque parks
  • Confederate Park - Renamed Fourth Bluff Park in 2016, this is the site of the Battle of Memphis in June…
What's Included
  • Orpheum Theater guided tour (if option selected)
  • Professional guide
  • Local taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

This engaging 2-hour walking tour of Memphis offers a delightful exploration of the city’s vibrant history at a relaxed pace. Participants will discover historic Cotton Row and Court Square, the charming and historic center of 19th-century Memphis; enjoy breathtaking views of the Mississippi River; and listen to captivating stories of Civil War rebels…

Location
The Peabody Memphis
Union Avenue
Please meet your guide inside the Peabody Hotel Lobby, near the Concierge Desk.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Ernestine_r
Jul 23, 2025
Memphis City tour - She was nice and told us all about the buildings and history of them. It was nice. We were a small group which made it more special.
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Ines_a
Jul 23, 2025
Get to know Menphis. Highly recommended! - Highly recommended! Our guide Taylor Nicole knew a lot of interesting things to understand the foundation and the spirit if Memphis. She was very kind and provided many details. Thank you!
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F3017vvalans
Jun 16, 2025
Memphis Medley Must Do! - Mary was a great guide! An engaging and informative historic Memphis medley of cotton, river, music, and civil rights!
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Inspiration783062
Jun 15, 2025
Memphis downtown walking tour relaxed and packed with great info. - Mary was a great guide for our first time in Memphis. Very knowledgeable mixed with gentle humor made it a relaxing walking tour which we both enjoyed.
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Carolyn
Jun 11, 2025
Very informative - Mary was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and was very enthusiastic while leading the tour. I got a lot of back stories about Memphis.
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Tobi_c
Jun 7, 2025
interesting, guide was... - interesting, guide was knowledgeable interesting, guide was knowledgeable interesting, guide was knowledgeable
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Leighg527
Jun 5, 2025
Easy way to learn the downtown - Very experienced guide who was able to answer a lot of questions and provide extra information. The walk was easy and stayed right on time.
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Alejandra_c
May 27, 2025
Mary was very... - Mary was very knowledgeable and very nice. Gave us a good insight on history of Memphis. Highly recommend
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Mike_f
May 10, 2025
Great Walking Tour - Great Walking Tour, our guide Charlie was a wealth of knowledge about Memphis. We learned all about the Yellow Fever outbreak in the 1870’s, and how that influenced the development of downtown Memphis, and Beale Street. The tour was a good length, about 1-3/4 hours culminating with the Duck March at the Peabody Hotel. Charlie gave some good info on things to do and places to eat like the Rendevous, very good Memphis Dry Ribs
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Cosmopolitan528347
May 24, 2025
Great Overview - Really good way to start a trip to Memphis and learn about the history of the City. However, we did not walk down Beale Street which is pictured on the AD.
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From $33
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).