Memphis
is full of great attractions and activities for the whole
family. You can spend your time searching through the
past of what could be considered rock & roll's most
famous performer, Elvis Presley. The blues is also
native to Memphis Tennessee. Some consider Memphis to be
its birth place. Listen to great bands and take a stroll down
Beale Street. Amusement rides and entertainment centers
are plentiful here as well. Play a game of Laser Tag,
miniature golf, or your favorite arcade variety to keep your
excitement flowing.
Attractions & Activities
Beale Street
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It first rang out over the cotton fields of the Mississippi
Delta. migrated to the streets and clubs of Memphis. It went on
to influence the sound of music all over the world. Memphis is
the Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock 'n Roll. And it
all starts here on Beale Street.
Carriage
Tours of Memphis - Have you ever thought about an relaxing or
romantic way to enjoy
the sights of historic Downtown Memphis and the scenery of the
mighty Mississippi. Experience the luxury and charm of
horse-drawn tour. All the thrill and excitement of yesteryear
come to life as you leisurely enjoy some of Memphis' most
significant landmarks.
Elvis Presley’s
Graceland - The official authorized website of Elvis Presley and Graceland
Hunt-Phelan Home
- The Hunt-Phelan Home is one of the oldest, most historic homes
in Memphis, Tennessee. The family played host to regional and
national society figures, including Jefferson Davis, Nathan
Bedford Forrest, and President Andrew Jackson. Occupied by Gen.
U.S. Grant and Union soldiers during the Civil War, it survives
as the last of the great Beale Street mansions. Restored to its
original splendor, and with its exquisite furnishings and
colorful history, the Hunt-Phelan Home offers a fascinating look
at life in the American South before the turn of the century.
Memphis Belle
- The Memphis Belle, World War II's most famous B-17, is on
permanent display at Mud Island. The Memphis Belle was the first
U.S. bomber to complete 25 combat missions against enemy targets
without a single loss of crew. Named for the pilot's Memphis
sweetheart, Margaret Polk, today the bomber continues to serve
in its 26th mission - to let Americans know about the men and
machines who fought WW II.
Memphis
Botanic Garden - Committed to being one of the finest botanic gardens in the
country. As a horticulture resource center with a regional
focus, the Garden provides education and research opportunities,
plant collections and displays, environmental leadership and
high standards in garden design. The diversity of the Garden
provides the community with a recreational and cultural asset of
year-round beauty.
Memphis Queen Line
Riverboats - The Memphis Queen Line Riverboats are the only riverboat
excursion company in the Memphis area. Our 1999 season starts
March 1st with sightseeing tours daily at 1pm. We still have
room on some of our add-in dinner cruises through the end of
December 1998.
Family Fun
Bogey's
Golf and Family Entertainment Center
- You'll enjoy all that this family entertainment center has
to offer including go-carts, bumper boats, batting cages, 36
holes of miniature golf, children's rides and a video arcade.
Celebration
Station - You'll find hours of entertainment with
miniature golf, bumper boats, arcade games, and more.
Libertyland
Amusement Park - Enjoy some good old-fashioned fun in this
patriotic theme park which offers thrill rides, musical shows,
shops, games, educational attractions, and kiddie rides.
Lichterman
Nature Center - Discover the natural habitat of a 65-acre
environmental educational facility and wildlife sanctuary.
Memphis
Pink Palace Museum & Planetarium - An excellent outing
for all ages, the museum features Mid-South regional history
exhibitions, a life-sized dinosaur, and a first-rate
planetarium.
Union
Planters IMAX Theater - Located on the grounds of the
Memphis Pink Palace Museum, the IMAX Theater features a screen
ten times the size of "ordinary" movie theater
screens.
Memphis
Zoo - More than 400 species of animals are on view. Cat
Country offers a free-roaming environment for its feline
residents, and Primate Canyon offers a new look at the zoo's
apes and monkeys.
Laser
Quest - Laser tag at its best. Whether you're seven or 77,
this game is for you! Great for corporate events, birthday
parties, or any group gathering.
Putt-Putt
Golf & Games - Kids of all ages love the variety of
fun found at PUTT-PUTT which combines miniature golf, go-carts
and more.
Memphis
is full of great attractions and activities for the whole
family. You can spend your time searching through the
past of what could be considered rock & roll's most
famous performer, Elvis Presley. The blues is also
native to Memphis Tennessee. Some consider Memphis to be
its birth place. Listen to great bands and take a stroll down
Beale Street. Amusement rides and entertainment centers
are plentiful here as well. Play a game of Laser Tag,
miniature golf, or your favorite arcade variety to keep your
excitement flowing.