memphis

dennylilly · ‎04-07-2010

Planning a trip to Memphis. Please any and all suggestions on things to do and see. I looked up alot of things but like to know from some who have actually done the things. Graceland is on the list but any other suggestions appreciated.

StylishLady · ‎03-11-2010

We were there in 1994, a long time ago, and not sure how much has changed. Graceland is a must if you are a fan of Elvis and rock and roll in general. Get your photo taken at the front door. This is me and DH, before I went blond.

If the Peabody Hotel is still there and has the ducks. It is an amusing sight. Beale Street for the music and people watching. DH says they have a nice minor league baseball park in downtown if you like baseball and they are in town.

Jamma · ‎03-10-2010

It's been a long time since I was there. Besides Graceland we took a tour. It stopped at Sun Records and varios places associated with EP life.

Biele St. (sp) was another spot we visited.

I also wanted St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital to be a part of our trip as St. Jude is my patron Saint and I donate faithfulluy to SJCRH.

Thats all I can remember after such a long time ---hope it helps somewhat.

Jamma

Jamma · ‎03-10-2010

@StylishLady

How can I forget the Peabody Hotel and the Ducks. That's a must.

Jamma

henderson · ‎03-18-2010

Went to Memphis last summer. You have to see the Civil Rights Museum and the motel where Martin Luther King got shot. Across from that is a great BBQ place to eat. We did Graceland. Don't forgot to go to Bass Pro and take the elevator up to the top floor and go outside-- if you get a bite to eat at the restaurant they won't charge for the elevator ride. It's an amazing Bass Pro Shop unlike others I've been to. Also go to Beal Street and visit Schwab's Dept. Store (it opens up late, about noon, so check the hours). It's the oldest store and they carry some unusual things. Also they have lots of things on display (like a museum actually). Google it.

esmeraldagooch · ‎03-10-2010

If youre down town be careful. Memphis is one of the nation's most dangerous cities. Bass pro shop has just opened in the Giant piramid down town. It's a store and destination hotel, also if you're on Beale street looking at the historic bars, the Gibson Guitar factory is just around the corner and gives great tours. You see wood go from boards to fully playing electric guitars in the tour. They also have historic signed guitars on the wall. Very fun. The Rendezvous is known for their barbque down in that section of the city. I believe the entrance is in a alley. https://www.yelp.com/biz/charlie-vergos-rendezvous-memphis

The other top barbque in Memphis is the Germantown Commissary. Not in downtown but great food. Parking is limited and you're eating on long picnic tables. The place has takeout and this may be a good option for you. http://www.commissarybbq.com/

If you are into very odd places. While on Beale street you may want to check out Dyer's world famous hamburgers. The are still using the SAME grease they started cooking in , in 1912. http://www.dyersonbeale.com/

This was our absolute favorite restaurant when we lived there. We love authentic food from New Orleans. Their sister restaurant is in NO. http://www.brennansmemphis.com/

Graceland is in the bad section of town, but they just opened a Guesthouse Hotel there. You may want to stay a night.

ValuSkr · ‎03-15-2014

Maybe you should try Corky's Bar-B-Q. QVC recommends it; I haven't had it.

Greeneyedlady21 · ‎01-06-2015

I visited Memphis for a week about 10 years ago. Went to Sun Studios, Graceland, the Civil Rights Museum, the Gibson guitar factory, and the Memphis Zoo. Thought the zoo was awesome, and so were all the other places. At the time they had two pandas, they had to go back to China a few years later so I don't know if they ever got more. All those places would be my must visits.

The people I met were so nice, true Southern hospitality. Stayed at a Homewood Suites that was not in downtown, but still close enough. Don't know if it's still there. They had free buffet for guests, the Memphis police were always there to eat too. It was good.

"Those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”