Memphis Tourism: Museums Etc.

By Sampson R Johnson


For all those who thought that there isn't much to do in Memphis, think again. Memphis, the largest city in Tennessee and the nineteenth largest in the United States of America, bursts with the vibrant and active bustle of day to day life. However step back from the Memphis hustle and bustle and you can observe that there is actually a hint of some attractions and historical spots.

For all those museum lovers out there who dote on the tranquility of a museum for an educational and fun-filled weekend of fun, Memphis has sixteen different types of museums to choose from.

The Pink Palace Museum is one of the City of Memphis' largest museums. The Memphis mansion was going to be the home of Clarence Saunders, one of Memphis' celebrities who founded the popular Piggy Wiggly stores, before they were forced to file for bankruptcy.

Some of the other intriguing museums are the National Civil Rights Museum, which takes you back through the civil rights struggles of Memphis as well as the nation, enabling you to set foot into the world of yesterday. The Memphis 'Rock n Soul' museum, 'Slave-haven Underground Railroad museum' are just some of the other popular museums there.

Apart from the many museums, there are some locations in Memphis that a tourist of any kind just has to see. The Mississippi River is one such place. It is the second largest river running through the country and acts as The City of Memphis' western border. There are a lot of places of business at the banks of this river that enable you to sit by it and relax. There are also a number of parks and some water recreations that people can enjoy there.

Beale Street is one of Memphis' most happening streets with a vibrant exciting pulse that is both refreshing and entertaining at once. Bars, coffee houses, and restaurants line the street, enticing tired tourists with refreshments. It also houses live bands and dance clubs, for those dying to dance or get tantalized with music of sorts.

The AutoZone Park is The City of Memphis' own baseball spot and home to the minor league baseball team, the Memphis Redbirds. This is a special place Memphis, bringing them together to cheer for the team.

One of Memphis' most popular tourist attractions is Graceland. The home of Elvis, his personal entertainment areas and grave can be seen in Graceland. This place is an attraction to all music lovers and Elvis fans and is often thronged with crowds like no other.

The Peabody Ducks is another Memphis tradition since 1932, where five ducks march from their house to the fountain of the famous Peabody hotel to the music of the King's Cotton March. They return back in the evening.

The sights and sounds that one can see in City of Memphis are unique in their own way.




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