Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour

Overview

This two-hour walking tour of Memphis explores the city's rich history at a fun and leisurely pace. You'll explore historic Cotton Row and Court Square, the lovely and historic heart of 19th century Memphis; enjoy sweeping views of the Mississippi River; and hear fascinating tales of rebels during the Civil War as well as Prohibition Era bootleggers. You'll also experience a time-honored Memphis tradition, the famous March of the Ducks at The Peabody Hotel. This tour is suitable for the whole family.

City: Memphis

Sat 28 Dec

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Starting at $27.44

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Sat 28 Dec

Starting at $27.44

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What's Included

Professional guide

Local taxes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guests are recommended (but not required) to wear face masks on each tour.

What To Expect

Beale Street

The tour starts on historic Beale Street, the Home of the Blues, at Alfred's on Beale

Court Square

History of one of Memphis' oldest and most beautiful parks

Confederate Park

History of the 1862 Civil War Battle of Memphis

The Peabody Ducks

History of the South's Grand Hotel and the Peabody duck march

Mississippi River

History and importance of the Mississippi River

The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange

History of the Cotton Exchange and historic Cotton Row

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (246)

kellymd

Apr 2019

We met Mike, the tour director, at Alfred’s on Beale St at 9:30. A bus took us down to the river and then we all walked back through the historical district. Mike is a font of knowledge and filled with charming, interesting, and fun stories. He made sure to get us to the Peabody Hotel on time for the duck 🦆 march (which is adorable and NOT to be missed). The tour wrapped up at about 12:15 and Mike stayed to answers questions and to give suggestions for lunch. This is the way to see Memphis- the walking tour with Mike!

Penny W

Apr 2019

Mostly parks and of course the Peabody for the march of the ducks, which sounds corney but was actually a tradition and is a story in itself. The hotel is incredible, craftsmenship like it used to be...absolutely gorgeous.

Yahoosuz

Apr 2019

Really enjoyed this walking tour. It was just the right length and I felt like we hit on lots of interesting places and events. Getting to see the Peabody Ducks was a highlight. Just an FYI, there is no parking at the bus pick up location. There is parking down the street in lots and garages, but you do need to pay. Be sure to allow enough time to park and then walk to the bus pick-up.