Memphis 2.5-Hour Essence of African American History Tour
by A Tour of Possibilities
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This 2.5-hour bus tour in Memphis covers key sites that represent the essence of African American history from slavery through the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. The tour begins with a view from the vehicle of the Lorraine Motel balcony, room 306, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968; this site is now the National Civil Rights Museum. The route continues past the Slave Haven Underground Railroad Museum, formerly the home of Jacob Burkle, a stop on the Underground Railroad. The bus then travels through important neighborhoods outside downtown Memphis, including Beale Street, historically known as "Negro Mainstreet USA." The tour also passes Mason Temple, the world headquarters of the Church of God in Christ, where Dr. King delivered his final speech, "I've Been to the Mountaintop," less than 24 hours before his assassination. The bus drives by Clayborn Temple, a church where sanitation workers planned the strike that brought Dr. King to Memphis. Throughout the tour, a guide provides narration from the vehicle; there are no stops to enter museums or buildings. All taxes, fees, and handling charges are included. Food, drinks, and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. The tour requires a minimum of four travelers to operate and is suitable for residents, families, and visitors seeking a safe and educational outing. Guests should dress in smart casual attire.
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Itinerary
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
View the balcony of the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. This site now houses the National Civil Rights Museum.
Slave Haven Underground Railroad Museum
See the former home of Jacob Burkle, a German immigrant who participated in the Underground Railroad. This house served as a stop on the network and is now a museum.
Beale Street
Hear the history of Beale Street, once called Negro Mainstreet USA, and learn additional stories about this well-known street.
Mason Temple: Church of God in Christ World Headquarters
Pass Mason Temple, the headquarters of the Church of God in Christ, where Dr. King delivered his final speech, 'I've Been to the Mountaintop,' less than 24 hours before his assassination.
Clayborn Temple
Drive by Clayborn Temple, a church built in the late 1800s where sanitation workers gathered to organize the strike that brought Dr. King to Memphis.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Memphis 2.5-Hour Essence of African American History Tour
by A Tour of Possibilities
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.$176Overview
This 2.5-hour bus tour in Memphis covers key sites that represent the essence of African American history from slavery through the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. The tour begins with a view from the vehicle of the Lorraine Motel balcony, room 306, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968; this site is now the National Civil Rights Museum. The route continues past the Slave Haven Underground Railroad Museum, formerly the home of Jacob Burkle, a stop on the Underground Railroad. The bus then travels through important neighborhoods outside downtown Memphis, including Beale Street, historically known as "Negro Mainstreet USA." The tour also passes Mason Temple, the world headquarters of the Church of God in Christ, where Dr. King delivered his final speech, "I've Been to the Mountaintop," less than 24 hours before his assassination. The bus drives by Clayborn Temple, a church where sanitation workers planned the strike that brought Dr. King to Memphis. Throughout the tour, a guide provides narration from the vehicle; there are no stops to enter museums or buildings. All taxes, fees, and handling charges are included. Food, drinks, and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. The tour requires a minimum of four travelers to operate and is suitable for residents, families, and visitors seeking a safe and educational outing. Guests should dress in smart casual attire.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
View the balcony of the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. This site now houses the National Civil Rights Museum.
Slave Haven Underground Railroad Museum
See the former home of Jacob Burkle, a German immigrant who participated in the Underground Railroad. This house served as a stop on the network and is now a museum.
Beale Street
Hear the history of Beale Street, once called Negro Mainstreet USA, and learn additional stories about this well-known street.
Mason Temple: Church of God in Christ World Headquarters
Pass Mason Temple, the headquarters of the Church of God in Christ, where Dr. King delivered his final speech, 'I've Been to the Mountaintop,' less than 24 hours before his assassination.
Clayborn Temple
Drive by Clayborn Temple, a church built in the late 1800s where sanitation workers gathered to organize the strike that brought Dr. King to Memphis.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.