Memphis Mojo Bus Tour with Live Music, Comedy, and Famous Landmarks
by Backbeat Tours
Choose from 3 available options
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✓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.$76.82Overview
The Memphis Mojo Bus Tour lasts between 90 minutes and 3 hours and takes place on the nation’s only music bus. It features live music and comedy performed by professional musicians from Beale Street, along with historical commentary and storytelling about Memphis's musical heritage in blues, rock ‘n’ roll, and Southern soul. The tour begins and ends at Alfred's on Beale Street, known as the Home of the Blues. It includes stops or views of several landmarks: Handy Park, where the guide explains how WC Handy became known as the Father of the Blues; the Peabody Hotel, including the story of its famous ducks; the Memphis Cotton Exchange and Cotton Row, with information about their history; the Mississippi River and its significance to the city; the Presley family’s first home in Memphis; Danny Thomas and St. Jude’s Hospital; Sun Studio, the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll (admission is optional and not included); Sam Phillips' second recording studio, which succeeded Sun Studio; Overton Park Shell, where there is a short stop to discuss Elvis Presley’s first concert (subject to availability and weather); Overton Square and Lafayette’s; the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, home to Stax Records and artists like Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, and Booker T & the MGs; and the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, where the guide explains the 1968 Sanitation Strike and the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Admission fees, local taxes, and the guided sightseeing are included. Gratuities, hotel pickup and drop-off, and Sun Studio admission are not included. The bus does not have a wheelchair lift, but can accommodate collapsible wheelchairs with some mobility. Parking is available nearby in garages and open-air lots within a few blocks of the starting point.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Beale Street
The tour begins and concludes at Alfred's on Beale Street, recognized as the Home of the Blues.
5 min
Handy Park
The guide explains why WC Handy is called the Father of the Blues.
The Peabody Ducks
A history of the Peabody Hotel and its famous ducks is shared.
The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
The tour covers the history of the Cotton Exchange and the historic Cotton Row area.
Mississippi River
The guide discusses the history and importance of the Mississippi River.
Presley Family Home
Information is given about the first real home of the Presley family in Memphis.
Danny Thomas and St. Jude's
A drive-by or walk-by stop noting the history of Danny Thomas and St. Jude's.
Sun Studio
The birthplace of rock 'n' roll is passed; entry is optional and requires separate admission.
Sam Phillips' Second Recording Studio
The tour covers the history of Sam Phillips' second studio, which followed Sun Studio.
Overton Park
The tour makes a brief stop at Overton Park Shell to recount Elvis’ first concert; this stop depends on weather and availability.
10 min
Overton Square and Lafayette's
The guide provides history of Overton Square and Lafayette's neighborhood.
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
The tour visits the home of Stax Records and Southern soul artists like Otis Redding and Booker T & the MGs.
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
The guide explains the 1968 Sanitation Strike and the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Lorraine Motel.
Meeting point
197 Beale St.
End point
197 Beale St.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour with Live Music, Comedy, and Famous Landmarks
by Backbeat Tours
Choose from 3 available options
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.$76.82Overview
The Memphis Mojo Bus Tour lasts between 90 minutes and 3 hours and takes place on the nation’s only music bus. It features live music and comedy performed by professional musicians from Beale Street, along with historical commentary and storytelling about Memphis's musical heritage in blues, rock ‘n’ roll, and Southern soul. The tour begins and ends at Alfred's on Beale Street, known as the Home of the Blues. It includes stops or views of several landmarks: Handy Park, where the guide explains how WC Handy became known as the Father of the Blues; the Peabody Hotel, including the story of its famous ducks; the Memphis Cotton Exchange and Cotton Row, with information about their history; the Mississippi River and its significance to the city; the Presley family’s first home in Memphis; Danny Thomas and St. Jude’s Hospital; Sun Studio, the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll (admission is optional and not included); Sam Phillips' second recording studio, which succeeded Sun Studio; Overton Park Shell, where there is a short stop to discuss Elvis Presley’s first concert (subject to availability and weather); Overton Square and Lafayette’s; the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, home to Stax Records and artists like Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, and Booker T & the MGs; and the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, where the guide explains the 1968 Sanitation Strike and the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Admission fees, local taxes, and the guided sightseeing are included. Gratuities, hotel pickup and drop-off, and Sun Studio admission are not included. The bus does not have a wheelchair lift, but can accommodate collapsible wheelchairs with some mobility. Parking is available nearby in garages and open-air lots within a few blocks of the starting point.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Beale Street
The tour begins and concludes at Alfred's on Beale Street, recognized as the Home of the Blues.
5 min
Handy Park
The guide explains why WC Handy is called the Father of the Blues.
The Peabody Ducks
A history of the Peabody Hotel and its famous ducks is shared.
The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
The tour covers the history of the Cotton Exchange and the historic Cotton Row area.
Mississippi River
The guide discusses the history and importance of the Mississippi River.
Presley Family Home
Information is given about the first real home of the Presley family in Memphis.
Danny Thomas and St. Jude's
A drive-by or walk-by stop noting the history of Danny Thomas and St. Jude's.
Sun Studio
The birthplace of rock 'n' roll is passed; entry is optional and requires separate admission.
Sam Phillips' Second Recording Studio
The tour covers the history of Sam Phillips' second studio, which followed Sun Studio.
Overton Park
The tour makes a brief stop at Overton Park Shell to recount Elvis’ first concert; this stop depends on weather and availability.
10 min
Overton Square and Lafayette's
The guide provides history of Overton Square and Lafayette's neighborhood.
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
The tour visits the home of Stax Records and Southern soul artists like Otis Redding and Booker T & the MGs.
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
The guide explains the 1968 Sanitation Strike and the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Lorraine Motel.
Meeting point
197 Beale St.
End point
197 Beale St.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.