Memphis is a city of glitz and grit, dreams realised and dreams broken. The city has been home to musical legends Elvis, Johnny Cash, B.B. King and Charlie Patton, and its name is synonymous with the Blues. Immerse yourself in American musical history on a private tour of Memphis and the surrounding towns in Tennessee.

If you're a true musical aficionado, you'll appreciate your guide's immense firsthand knowledge of the Southern music scene, past, present and future. Walk through the doors of the legendary Sun Studio to see where the greats recorded, or visit Stax Museum of American Soul Music. Your appetite for music sated, it will be time to turn to other important things - like Memphis BBQ. Experience the true taste of Tennessee with a rich meal of BBQ pork ribs; your guide knows the best spots to sample the many varieties of this classic southern meal.

You'll leave your private Memphis tour with a real understanding of and appreciation for the heart and soul of American Blues.

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Half Day Walk and Ride Tour of Downtown Memphis

This tour will introduce you some of the lesser-known but fascinating areas and sights of Memphis.

We will travel to venues that possess awe-inspiring beauty as well as historical significance to the area. If you have a sense of adventure and enjoy discovering hidden treasures, this tour is for you.

Being a fifth generation Mid-Southerner I have a passion to teach you about our local culture, the how and why we exist as a people, and introduce you to who we are by examining who we were and how we became the city you are visiting.

Discovering the Secrets of the Bluff City

Rock 'n' Roll Royalty: Private Elvis Tour with Graceland Admission

Whether you're a die-hard Elvis enthusiast or just starting your Elvis adventure, this tour promises an unforgettable experience that will resonate with the rhythm in your soul.

Our adventure begins in the heart of Memphis, where the downtown streets still echo with the beats of Elvis's early years.

But the grand crescendo of our journey is Graceland, the hallowed mansion where Elvis Presley lived and created his magic. You'll feel his presence as you explore the mansion, his car collection, and the Meditation Garden where he found his eternal peace.

As your tour guide, I share not just facts, but my own personal passion for Elvis. MemphiMemphis became my home because of my deep love for the King and the incredible musical legacy of this city. With me, you're not just getting a guide; you're getting a fellow fan. I'm dedicated to bringing Elvis's story to life ensuring your journey is as memorable as the man himself.

A Journey Through Elvis's Memphis

Half day tour: from Slavery to Civil Rights and Beyond

This driving tour will give you an opportunity to experience Memphis in ways not often included in traditional tours.

You will not only see sites connected to the struggle and triumph of African Americans in Memphis, but you will hear stories that will help connect the dots often not taught to us in school.

It's one thing to say you have been to Memphis, TN. It's another thing to say you have EXPERIENCED Memphis.

Join me and let me show you a Memphis you can feel!

Explore some of the lesser known stories and site with your private tour guide

Memphis African American History Overview Tour

Have you ever wondered about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 's last days or are you interested in learning more about the Civil Rights Movement in Memphis, TN? Maybe the first thing you think about when you think about Memphis is food or music. Whatever you know about Memphis already (whether it's a lot or nothing at all) is about to be enhanced by this 2-1/2 hour African American History Tour of Memphis. I will give you a full overview of the impact that Memphis has had on the shaping of America. We will discuss Ancient Egypt, Slavery, The Civil Rights Movement, black musical influence in the blues genre, and more!

My name is Ms. Jackie and I will drive you around to see the historical sites of the city in a 10 passenger luxury van while I use my background in acting and singing to bring the stories about the city to life. You will finish your tour feeling inspired, empowered, and more learned about the African American history of Memphis, TN.

Book your tour today to secure your seat.

Learn about the Civil Rights Movement, MLK Jr., Music and More!

The Half-Day Essential Elvis Driving Tour

There are few individuals that can claim such enduring influence on worldwide culture and Elvis Presley is certainly one.

We will trace the life of this shy boy from North Mississippi from his childhood to his accidental musical popularity to his summit as the entertainment Mega-Star of the 20th century.

You will get to know Elvis as a person and what influences in his life helped to create the persona we know today.

Meet the Man Who Started a Revolution and Became a King

Rock 'n' Roll Revival: Downtown Memphis & Beale Street Walking Tour

Prepare for an electrifying journey that immerses you in the vibrant rhythms and captivating history of Memphis—the undeniable birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll.

As we step into the bustling streets of Downtown Memphis, brace yourself for a thrilling time-warp experience that whisks you back in time. From the bewitching origins of Beale Street to the seismic impact of the Civil Rights Movement, every stride uncovers the soulful roots that make Memphis the unshakable home of the Blues.

But there's much more to this adventure—we'll embark on an exhilarating dive into the lives of the trailblazing performers who ignited the fiery Rock 'n' Roll revolution.

And with me as your guide, you're in for an insider's journey. As a devoted Memphis music aficionado, I've dedicated the last 15 years to unraveling the heart of Memphis, unveiling those hidden treasures that forever cemented this city as the ultimate epicenter of rock 'n' roll.

Unearth the Pioneering Role Memphis Played in Rock and Roll History.

Rock 'n' Roll Revival: Downtown Memphis &amp; Beale Street Walking Tour

Let me be your "conductor" and take you on a journey through Memphis which is eye-opening, enlightening as well as entertaining!

This tour will give you and opportunity to not just VISIT Memphis but to EXPERIENCE Memphis!

Once you've discovered and uncovered the history of Memphis, complete your experience by enjoying a soulful meal from an authentic Memphis restaurant.

This tour will feed your mind, body and soul! This journey will take approximately 3. 5 hours.

Site of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Slave Haven a stop on the Underground Railroad

Historic First Baptist Beale Street Church

I Am A Man Plaza in honor of the Sanitation Workers strike in 1968

Clayborn Temple dating back to the late 1800's

Mind, body and soul tour with private transportation

Half day private guided tour of Memphis

Did you know that close to 20 percent of the earliest inductees (24 of the 97) in the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame have come from within a 100-mile radius of Memphis? Are you aware that the #1 song of the 2000's (Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars) was recorded in Memphis? Known as the "Home of the Blues" and the "Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll, " the city is also known for gospel, jazz, R&B, rap, and soul. From Elvis and B. B. King to Rufus Thomas and Justin Timberlake, Memphis is entrenched in the music industry.

My name is Ms. Jackie and I will drive you around to see the historical sites of the city in a 10 passenger luxury van while I use my background in acting and singing to bring the stories about the music of the city to life. You will finish your tour feeling inspired, empowered, and more learned about the musical history of Memphis, TN.

Book your tour today to secure your seat.

Learn about the Blues, Rock & Roll, Gospel, R&B, Rap and Soul Music of Memphis, TN

Half Day Memphis Music History Tour

Memphis Unveiled: History & Architecture Walking Adventure

Join our electrifying Memphis journey! Explore history and architecture like never before. From gritty river origins to Civil Rights prominence, Memphis has it all. What makes us special? The stories woven into every street and building. Unveil tales of visionary architects shaping Memphis into a masterpiece.

Stroll from charming Court Square to the mighty Mississippi's banks, gazing at iconic structures with unique stories. Why me? I'm not just a guide; I'm a Memphis enthusiast. My love for this city and its history fuels my passion for revealing hidden gems. Let's unravel Memphis's vibrant tapestry together!

Unlocking the Secrets of Memphis' Vibrant Past and Architectural Treasures

Memphis Unveiled: History &amp; Architecture Walking Adventure

This tour will examine the downtown area from the city's founding, explosive cotton-fueled growth, and the Civil War battle of Memphis. We will also see Memphis as she survived Union occupation from 1862 - 1865, the devastation of Yellow Fever epidemics and the Phoenix-like rebirth that followed.

We will explore Memphis history though buildings, monuments, alleys and parks. You will be introduced to a variety of colorful characters who shaped Memphis history, people such as Davy Crockett, Andrew Jackson, Isaac Rawlings, William Tecumseh Sherman, Bedford Forrest and Danny Thomas to name just a few.

I am an historian by nature, so in this tour you will get to know the highlights of Memphis past, its birth and explosive growth. Let me confirm a couple of stereotypes of Southern hospitality and story telling while together we discover the charms of my community.

Meet My City

One Half Day Downtown Walking Tour

This driving tour will give you an opportunity to experience Memphis in ways not often included in traditional tours. You will not only see sites connected to the struggle and triumph of African Americans in Memphis, but you will hear stories that will help connect the dots often not taught to us in school.

Visit one of the nations' premier heritage and cultural museums, the National Civil Rights Museum. It is steadfast in its mission to share the culture and lessons from the American Civil Rights Movement and explore how this significant era continues to shape equality and freedom globally.

Your visit to this museum is self-guided and will take approximately 2 hours.

Located at the former Lorraine Motel, where civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968.

It's one thing to say you have been to Memphis, TN. It's another thing to say you have EXPERIENCED Memphis.

Join me and let me show you a Memphis you can feel!

Iconic sign @ the National Civil Rights Museum

Balcony where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated

What our guests are saying "This tour is amazing!"

Inside view of balcony where Dr. King was shot and area where the shot was fired.

Room 306 @ the Lorraine Motel where Dr. King stayed before he was assassinated.

City tour and visit to National Civil Rights Museum

Half Day Memphis Guided Tour

Memphis, TN is well known as the home of the blues, rock & roll, and soul. Soul can be found in both music and food. . . and Soul Food restaurants are aplenty. From upscale to hole-in-the-wall restaurants, they do not disappoint the palette.

My name is Ms. Jackie and I will guide your taste buds to the best soul food restaurants in town in a 10-passenger luxury van. You will learn about the history of the restaurants we visit and take pleasure in what their menus have to offer.

Book your tour today to secure your seat.

A Taste of Memphis Soul

Half Day Memphis Food Tour

Full-Day Driving Tour of Antebellum Homes and Plantations

Your guide has a personal and intimate connection to most of the homes you will see. As such, I will tell you fascinating stories of each home and some of the colorful characters that once inhabited them. And yes, several are haunted!

This tour will take us to some of the most stunning examples of Federal and Greek Revival architecture that is synonymous with the Old South. We will travel through Shelby and Fayette Counties to have close up views of many grand estates that were built in the mid 1800's by families of means. Our trip will take us through several small towns in the immediate vicinity of Memphis and you will experience first hand that charm and beauty of the rural South. Do not be surprised if we are invited to have a glass of iced tea on the veranda!

Fayette County, TN - Architect was George Washington's nephew

A trip back into the times of Moonlight and Magnolias

Beale St. African American History Walking Tour

Did you know that W. C. Handy, the Father of the Blues, had a publishing company on Beale St. ? Did you know that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. marched on Beale Street with the Memphis Sanitation Workers one month before his assassination?

Are you interested in learning more about the Civil Rights Movement in Memphis, TN? Whatever you know about Memphis already (whether it's a lot or nothing at all) is about to be enhanced by this 1-1/2 hour African American History Tour of World Famous Beale St. In Memphis. I will walk with you and give you a full overview of the impact that Beale St. has had on the shaping of America. We will discuss The Civil Rights Movement, black musical influence in the blues genre, and more!

My name is Ms. Jackie and I will show you the historical buildings and markers that line what was once known as "Negro Mainstreet USA. " I will use my acting and singing background to bring the famous street stories to life. You will finish your tour feeling inspired and empowered.

Book today!

Learn about the history of World Famous Beale St.

Battle of Shiloh - Full Day Drive & Walk Tour

The battle of Shiloh was America's bloodiest battle to that date. Two days of intensive fighting are remarkably told and experienced on this tour of one of the best preserved battlefields in the National Park Service.

Any understanding of this nation should include the knowledge you will gain by understanding the battle that altered the course of a war and changed the trajectory of American history.

On April 6 and 7, 1862 over 100, 000 Confederate and Union troops slammed into each other at this unlikely venue. Both North and South expected this confrontation to ultimately decide the Civil War and bring about its hasty conclusion. What ultimately happened could not have been farther from those hopes. The Battle of Shiloh stunned the nation and ushered in a horrifying reality that the conflict would be long, very bloody as well as heartbreaking to all Americans.

Shiloh battlefield is a driving tour with multiple stops that will include some light walking.

America's Waterloo: The Battle That Shocked America

Rogues, Rascals and Rat-Bastards: Half-Day Walk and Ride

This tour will introduce you to a bevy of Memphis characters, men and women that distinguished themselves through treachery, greed and general abhorrent behavior. Some stories are hilarious, some are heinous but all are of significant historical interest to Memphis and the nation. You will meet assassins, kidnappers, mobsters, madams and other assorted scoundrels. This tour is great fun, entertaining and highly interesting.

I have been conducting this tour for two years and it is consistently a favorite of my clients. We will visit the graves of the little old lady who was quite possibly America's most prolific serial killer, a man who kept the embalmed body of an assassin in his basement for 20 years, a beautiful Confederate spy who talked her way out of several Union prisons and many, many more. The great Southern tradition of story-telling will be on full display here!!

A "Madam" Who Threatened Memphis High Society

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