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Memphis City Tour with Riverboat & Sun Studio Add-Ons

4.6 (1,853 reviews) · By Memphis Best Tours

Discover Memphis on this engaging city tour that highlights its most iconic sights. Starting from your downtown hotel, you'll journey through the city’s rich history, passing landmarks like the Lorraine Motel, where Martin Luther King Jr. was tragically assassinated, and the Pyramid Arena, a striking Egyptian-style structure.

Enjoy a stop at the historic Peabody Hotel to see the famous ducks in their daily march, and cruise along Beale Street and Cotton Row, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Memphis’s music scene. If you select the upgrade, you'll also experience a relaxing Mississippi River cruise aboard the Memphis Riverboats, offering stunning river views and insightful commentary from your captain.

For music lovers, an optional visit to Sun Studio lets you step inside the legendary recording studio where Elvis Presley made his first recordings. This tour provides a perfect mix of culture, history, and entertainment, all tailored to give you a memorable Memphis experience.

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the Memphis City Tour?

The tour covers top Memphis sights such as the Lorraine Motel, Sun Studio (if upgraded), Beale Street, and the Pyramid Arena. It also includes hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Memphis, a stop at the Peabody Hotel, and a narrated city bus tour.

Can I add a riverboat cruise to my tour?

Yes, you can upgrade at checkout to include a Mississippi River cruise aboard the Memphis Riverboats. The cruise offers scenic views and interesting commentary along the river.

Is Sun Studio visit included?

The Sun Studio tour is available as an upgrade option during checkout. If selected, you'll visit the legendary studio where Elvis Presley recorded his first song.

How long does the tour last?

The tour duration ranges from 2 to 7 hours, depending on the options you choose and stops you make.

Is the tour suitable for children and all fitness levels?

Yes, the tour is suitable for all ages, including infants and small children who can ride in strollers. It’s also accessible for all fitness levels.

How do I confirm my pickup location?

Pickup is available from 26 downtown Memphis hotels. You must call 24 hours before your tour to reconfirm your pickup time and location, which will be confirmed after booking.

Free cancellation

You can cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.

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Duration 2 hours – 7 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Tour Duration 2 to 7 hours
Languages Offered English
Group Size Up to 9 people
Suitable for Ages Infants (0-2), Children (3-6), Adults (7-100)
Accessibility Infants and small children can ride in strollers; suitable for all fitness levels

What's included

Included

  • Admission to Sun Studio (if upgrade selected at checkout)
  • Stop at the Peabody Hotel to see the famous Ducks
  • Memphis City Bus Tour
  • Admission to Memphis Riverboats Cruise along the Mississippi River (if upgrade purchased at checkout)
  • See top Memphis sights like Lorraine Motel, Sun Studio, Beale Street, and more
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (from selected downtown Memphis hotels)

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

A comprehensive tour starting from your hotel, exploring Memphis’s historic and cultural landmarks, with optional river cruise and Sun Studio visit.

  1. Start at your hotel Pass by

    Pickup from your downtown Memphis hotel, followed by a narrated city tour in a mini-coach.

  2. Lorraine Motel & Civil Rights Museum Pass by

    Pass by the site of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination and see statues of Elvis Presley and B.B. King.

  3. Historic Stops

    Visit Schwab's general store, pass St. Jude's Hospital, and see the Pyramid Arena.

    30 minutes
  4. Peabody Hotel

    Watch the famous ducks march in their daily routine at the hotel rooftop.

    30 minutes
  5. Beale Street & Victorian Village

    Cruise along Beale Street, Cotton Row, and the Mississippi River, passing Victorian homes from the 1800s.

    1 hour
  6. Mississippi River Cruise

    Optional river cruise aboard Memphis Riverboats, with scenic views and commentary.

  7. Sun Studio (optional)

    Visit the legendary recording studio where Elvis made his first recordings, available if you select the upgrade.

Meeting point & pickup

Pickup from your hotel or meet at the designated start point.

Pickup is available from 26 listed hotels. You must call 24 hours prior to confirm your pickup location and time. Exact details are provided after booking.

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How to get there

Pickup times are confirmed after booking; ensure you call to reconfirm your pickup 24 hours before the tour.

Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

You can cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.

  • 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
  • No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start
  • Tour may be canceled due to bad weather or insufficient travelers

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From $45.00 per person

Infant Age 0–2
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Child Age 3–6
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Adult Age 7–100
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