Serge D.Belgium
Have been traveling a lot of places, with different guides, but this one was by far the best ever. Very knowledgeable, flexible, with the right amount of humor. This guide really likes her job and loves her city. Highly recommended.
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Private tour in Memphis Carolyn M
Half Day Memphis Guided Tour
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5 hours
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Carolyn M.
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Greetings! My name is Carolyn I am offering regularly scheduled tours with a narrative and perspective not customarily included in traditional tours. My mission is to take you on an eye-opening journey, an experience, that enlightens and entertains. I share a Memphis you can feel! Together we will explore the influences and contributions made by African Americans in the development of this great city. You will be engaged not just by the sites we cover but the lesser known stories woven in between those historical sites. For over 25 years I have researched, developed tour routes, written scripts in Washington DC, Savannah, GA, Philadelphia, PA and Memphis, TN. I love the Hospitality Industry! It has given me the opportunity to meet some amazing people from around the world. Giving a tour to Oprah Winfrey and some members of her audience was one of many highlights. I look forward to sharing the richness of Memphis' history with you, my VIP guest! And if you want I am happy to customize the tour for you. Please inquire for a quote. I am certified by the following entities: City of Memphis - Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Shelby County - Locally Owned Small Business (LOSB) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Shelby County School Vendor Listed in "100 Things to Do in Memphis Before you Die". My vehicle can hold up to 10 guests. There is limited room for luggage. Vehicle can accommodate a collapsable wheel chair but it does not have a motorized lift mechanism.
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City tour and visit to National Civil Rights Museum
Overview of your Memphis 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!
Recent Reviews
Annette J.United States
This was an excellent tour. We had asked to see sites that are significant for the African American experience, and our guide carried this out perfectly for us, sharing her deep knowledge and research about all the places we visited. It was a very insightful and interesting tour!
Barbara H.United States
Queen knows everything about Memphis and explains it in a delightful manner. A well worth it tour to book if you are in Memphis.
Barbara H.United States
Queen was fabulous. Loved all her stories music and knowledge especially about the Black history of Memphis. She was do kind to my handicapped sister and was willing to change her itinerary to help my sister out. Thank you Queen for a fabulous tour
Alex R.United States
I wish I could give Carolyn more than five stars. My 16 year-old daughter and I had a wonderful day with Carolyn. Extremely informative, educational, and fun. We would not have been able to see a 10th of what she showed us if we had done it by ourselves. She is absolutely a Gem I will recommend! Thank you so much Carolyn--you are the best!!!!!
Jenny S.United States
We had a wonderful day, saw so many places, most valuable were the honest conversations. We highly recommend Carolyn and her TOP team
Your Memphis tour itinerary
What you can expect. . . - Slave Haven: a site that documents the history of the Underground Railroad - Historic Mason Temple: where Dr. M L King, Jr. delivered his last speech; "I've Been to the Mountaintop, " the day before his was assassinated. - Visit the National Civil Rights Museum/Lorraine Motel: the site of the assassination of Dr. M L King, Jr. - Beale Street: hear "the rest of the story" about one of America's most iconic streets. - Stax Museum of American Soul Music: one of the few museums in the world dedicated to Soul Music, located in the heart of Soulsville, USA. We will visit several neighborhoods: - Uptown - Pinch District - South Memphis - Soulsville USA - The Edge There is so much more to Memphis than Downtown, and I am excited to show you more of it by visiting several other neighborhoods. You will get a sense of where Memphis is going in the future.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van
I use a 10 passenger Nissan 3500 SV air conditioned and heated with a microphone so you don't miss a word!
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission fee to the Museum:
Adults:$18.00
Seniors/Students: $16.00
Children 5-17yrs: $14.00
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: $25 - NCRM
Meeting location
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Tour reference number
785830
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Memphis best suited for?
This private tour in Memphis is perfect for travellers interested in history, culture, and the American Civil Rights Movement. It's ideal for those who want to explore significant sites like the National Civil Rights Museum and learn about the city's rich heritage. Travellers looking to connect with a local for deeper insights will also find this tour rewarding.
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5 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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