Beale Street Guided Walking Tour in Memphis
by Backbeat Tours
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This guided walking tour of Beale Street in Memphis lasts about one hour and covers the street’s history as the birthplace of the blues. The route starts on Beale Street itself, known as the Home of the Blues and one of America’s most historic streets. The guide explains how the area evolved from a red light district into a hub of African-American culture. Visitors learn about the musicians and characters who shaped the street’s legacy. The tour continues to Handy Park, where the guide shares information about the park's importance to blues musicians. Next, the group stops near the store where Elvis Presley developed his signature style, with stories about the location’s past. The walk then includes a visit to A. Schwab, a general store and soda fountain established in 1876 that is Memphis’s oldest business. Finally, the tour covers the W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum, focusing on the blues composer’s historic shotgun house. The entire tour covers about half a mile on public sidewalks and is wheelchair accessible. A professional guide leads the tour, and all taxes and fees are included. Gratuities, food, drinks, and hotel transfers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Beale Street
This stop covers Beale Street, known as the Home of the Blues and one of America’s most historic and iconic streets.
60 min
Handy Park
The guide explains the history of Handy Park and its significance to famous blues musicians.
10 min
Elvis's Style Store
The tour includes a stop at the well-known store where Elvis Presley adopted his signature look, with stories about its past.
10 min
A. Schwab
Visitors learn about A. Schwab, Memphis’s oldest business, a general store and soda fountain founded in 1876.
10 min
W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum
This stop covers the shotgun house of W.C. Handy, providing insight into the life of the blues composer.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Beale Street Guided Walking Tour in Memphis
by Backbeat Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$43.90Overview
This guided walking tour of Beale Street in Memphis lasts about one hour and covers the street’s history as the birthplace of the blues. The route starts on Beale Street itself, known as the Home of the Blues and one of America’s most historic streets. The guide explains how the area evolved from a red light district into a hub of African-American culture. Visitors learn about the musicians and characters who shaped the street’s legacy. The tour continues to Handy Park, where the guide shares information about the park's importance to blues musicians. Next, the group stops near the store where Elvis Presley developed his signature style, with stories about the location’s past. The walk then includes a visit to A. Schwab, a general store and soda fountain established in 1876 that is Memphis’s oldest business. Finally, the tour covers the W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum, focusing on the blues composer’s historic shotgun house. The entire tour covers about half a mile on public sidewalks and is wheelchair accessible. A professional guide leads the tour, and all taxes and fees are included. Gratuities, food, drinks, and hotel transfers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Beale Street
This stop covers Beale Street, known as the Home of the Blues and one of America’s most historic and iconic streets.
60 min
Handy Park
The guide explains the history of Handy Park and its significance to famous blues musicians.
10 min
Elvis's Style Store
The tour includes a stop at the well-known store where Elvis Presley adopted his signature look, with stories about its past.
10 min
A. Schwab
Visitors learn about A. Schwab, Memphis’s oldest business, a general store and soda fountain founded in 1876.
10 min
W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum
This stop covers the shotgun house of W.C. Handy, providing insight into the life of the blues composer.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.