Self Guided Walking Tour of Beale Street in Memphis
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1 hour
- Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
- Audio Guide & Digital Route Map
- App and Tour Download
- Smartphone (bring your own)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Explore the vibrant history of Memphis with a self-guided walking tour of Beale Street, the birthplace of the blues. Meander through this iconic area, where music and culture intertwine beneath neon lights. Discover significant landmarks such as the Beale Street Baptist Church and the Withers Collection Museum & Gallery, showcasing...
- Duration 1 Hour
- Private Tour
- 1
Beale Street
Home to the Memphis Grizzlies and top-tier concerts, the FedExForum brings modern energy to historic Beale Street. Its arena lights up with world-class entertainment just steps away from the street that made music history.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
Created by the Smithsonian, this museum traces the birth of rock and soul from humble Delta beginnings to global fame. Authentic artifacts and personal stories reveal how Memphis shaped the sound of the 20th century.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
Handy Park
Named after W.C. Handy, the Father of the Blues, Handy Park is where live music fills the air almost daily. Grab a bench, soak in the sound, and experience the spirit of Beale as it was meant to be—alive and spontaneous.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
First Baptist Beale Street Church
Built by formerly enslaved people in the 1860s, Beale Street Baptist Church stands as a cornerstone of Black history and faith. It once hosted civil rights leaders and remains a powerful reminder of resilience and community.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 5
A. Schwab
Step inside A. Schwab, the oldest store on Beale Street and a living museum of Memphis history. Founded in 1876, this quirky emporium still sells everything from voodoo charms to vintage souvenirs—capturing the city’s soulful mix of old and new.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 6
Old Daisy Theatre
Once a thriving vaudeville hall, the Historic Daisy Theater opened in 1917 and showcased some of the greatest Black performers of its time. Its stage continues to echo with the laughter, rhythm, and creativity that defined early Beale Street entertainment.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 7
The New Daisy Theatre
Since the 1930s, the New Daisy has been a launchpad for rising stars and legendary acts alike. From punk to blues to hip-hop, this Beale Street icon has hosted decades of unforgettable performances.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 8
Withers Collection Museum & Gallery
This museum preserves the powerful photography of Dr. Ernest Withers, who documented the civil rights movement and Memphis life with honesty and grace. His images offer a striking window into the soul of the city.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 9
Beale Street
This historic marker honors journalist and activist Ida B. Wells, who launched her groundbreaking anti-lynching campaign right here in Memphis. It’s a quiet but profound reminder of courage in the face of injustice.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 10
Memphis Music Hall of Fame
Celebrate the artists who shaped America’s soundtrack—from Elvis and B.B. King to Aretha and Isaac Hayes. This museum brings their stories to life through rare memorabilia, recordings, and pure Memphis spirit.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 11
Statue of Elvis
The King still reigns on Beale, immortalized in bronze just steps from where his career began. Stop for a photo and imagine young Elvis soaking in the sounds that inspired a revolution.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 12
Robert R. Church Park
Once a hub for community gatherings and music festivals, this park honors Robert R. Church Sr., the South’s first Black millionaire. His legacy of empowerment and progress lives on in the heart of Beale Street.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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