14 Things to do in Memphis, Tennessee

Memphis, Tennessee is the second largest city in the state and is home to great museums, restaurants and loads of history. I spent a week in the city and really enjoyed learning more about it and exploring some of the tops spots like Graceland, the National Civil Rights Museum and the Peabody Hotel. Here are some of the best things to do in Memphis. Let me know what I left off in the comments.

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[mileskovarik]

Born and raised in Memphis - this is a damn decent job at capturing the tourism highlights. Great job!

[linturner]

I live in Memphis and you have made me want to take a staycation in my own town. There is still a feel of funk in Memphis and if there is a street fair, go.

[maikolmaikol]

I live in miami but have decided to make memphis my second home the people are so full of friendship and harmony love it iam also a vols fan

[samanthamisamis]

“My name is Memphis Tennessee and you will put respect to my name!”

[corym]

Longtime Memphian here. 1. No, you don't need half a day to see the civil rights museum. You can get through it and see everything thoroughly within two hours at most. 2. Be very very careful on Beale Street. If you get off the beaten path at night or in dark areas you will likely get robbed. 3. Big River Crossing is nice if you walk or run. You can also rent a bike. It's not very scenic but it's great for exercise in spring or fall. 4. The Zoo is definitely worth it. As the narrator says, it's one of the best.

[casselnoel]

Great spotlight on Memphis. I love Elmwood Cemetery with its historic tours especially about Yellow Fever and the Metal Museum. Excited for the food video and would love to see Molly Fontaine’s featured.

[ccwnoob]

this is the BEST video I've ever seen or could imagine for Memphis. I lived there during its PEAK (1991 - 1993) and absolutely loved it. When I went back and visited last year, my heart was broken to see the ghetto dump it is now. Thank you for this wonderful video. It is everything that is great and could've helped make the city into the capital of the south. It brought back such nice memories.

[judithnina]

Memphis Botanical Gardens and Dixon Gallery and Gardens are awesome, too. Also, catch a show at the Orpheum Theater!! Love this video. Lived here 10 years. So much wonderful opportunities!!

[TBoss]

I never really thought much or anything about visiting Memphis. I’m not even finished watching the video and I am already planning a Mother/daughter Memphis trip in my head and can’t wait to go. High up on the trip list!😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[rhondaz]

This was a FANtastic video, highlighting GO TO places in Memphis. I had no idea that we missed so much. There's always NEXT TIME. Thank you, so much...
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[emk]

Great video!
Midtown Memphis area is nice as well.. Cooper Young district.. cool little restaurants that definitely add to the culture..

[jennyepling]

The Memphis Botanic Gardens is pretty and in summer has music. There’s free shows at the Levitt Shell sometimes. The Brooks Art Museum and the metal museum are interesting as well as the Pink Palace and children’s museum (last 2 especially if you have kids)… Then there’s the Cooper Young area with a cool vibe and restaurants that sometimes have music and Overton Square which has restaurants and the railgarten. There of course is the Orpheum for broadway shows and performances. People in Memphis tend to like food and live music. :) Also for an unique experience Elmwood Cemetery is pretty cool if you like history.

[lth]

Can’t wait more and more videos from Father&Son love videos, thank you 🥰

[skytombs]

I'm dreading moving to Memphis from FL for work. This video made me feel a little bit better about it.

[caseymanuel]

I will correct one thing… I had to spend my whole day on the civil rights museum. That place is so well done and will affect you so very much. I was useless the rest of the day… I don’t see how half a day is even enough it’s a big museum and it’s so well done!!! I’m a huge Elvis fan and always go to memphis for Graceland and Elvis events but I’m so glad I went to the civil rights museum. It’s amazingly well done. Also sun studios is a very fun tour. All the tour guides are great! ❤ be careful in memphis at night. Know your surroundings.

[craigm]

Fantastic video my wife and I are visiting the USA next month we can’t wait, love all your vids

[cesarjimenez]

Awesome 👏, I’ve always wanted to visit Memphis but never had the chance, this gives me a good idea of places to visit whenever I get the chance to go. Thanks Josh!

[elisabti]

Amazing city to See very unique and Beautiful. And special photography thank you for Sharing.

[gregponder]

And I highly recommend Stax... It's a great museum full of wonderful music.

[hollywoodteee]

I live here and you said some places I didn’t even know about 😳 thanks for the great review, I have some places to visit.