MEMPHIS SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Memphis Discovery: A 2–3 Hour Drive Through Music, Civil Rights, and BBQ
A guided, all-inclusive 2–3 hour outing that visits the Lorraine Motel, samples Central BBQ, and threads downtown landmarks with an optional museum add-on.
Memphis Discovery: A 2–3 Hour Drive Through Music, Civil Rights, and BBQ.
This guided, all‑inclusive outing condenses Memphis into a compact 2–3 hour exploration of history, neighborhoods, and flavor—an easy roll through downtown and beyond that pairs landmark views with a local BBQ tasting and the option to add a museum stop.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Central BBQ Tasting
The tour stops for a tasting at Central BBQ, a local favorite and one of the food-focused pillars of the route.
Lorraine Motel & Civil Rights Sites
Expect a view of the Lorraine Motel and stops that touch on Memphis’s civil‑rights history, with guide narration that places those sites in context.
Downtown Landmarks and a Museum Choice
The drive threads Victorian Village, Beale Street, the Orpheum and the South Main Arts District, and gives travelers the option of visiting one of three museums as an add‑on.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
You board on Beale Street, then ride through neighborhoods and downtown landmarks while a local guide narrates music, culinary, and civil‑rights stories; the outing includes a stop for Central BBQ and—if purchased—a drop at one of three museums. Note: the tour does not include live music.
THE TASTE
Central BBQ Tasting
The tour stops for a tasting at Central BBQ, a local favorite and one of the food-focused pillars of the route.
THE HISTORY
Lorraine Motel & Civil Rights Sites
Expect a view of the Lorraine Motel and stops that touch on Memphis’s civil‑rights history, with guide narration that places those sites in context.
THE ROUTE
Downtown Landmarks and a Museum Choice
The drive threads Victorian Village, Beale Street, the Orpheum and the South Main Arts District, and gives travelers the option of visiting one of three museums as an add‑on.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should rethink it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Do not bring food onto the bus or into museums. Ice chests and coolers are not permitted. Note that beer and additional food are not included with the BBQ tasting; check dietary needs before booking.
The included tasting is at Central BBQ; menu items offered on the tour are prepared BBQ — substitutions may not be available (confirm specifics with the operator).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Memphis Discovery Tour?
The tour runs approximately 2–3 hours.
Where does the tour depart from?
The tour departs from Alfred's on Beale at 197 Beale Street (Beale & BB King Blvd.).
Is live music included on the tour?
No — no music is played on this tour.
Will we stop for food?
Yes; the itinerary includes a tasting at Central BBQ. Beer and any additional food are not included.
Can I bring food or a cooler on the bus?
No — food is not allowed on the bus or inside museums, and ice chests/coolers are prohibited on the bus.
Can I add a museum visit to the tour?
Yes — there is an optional museum add‑on that takes you to one of three museums; without the add‑on the tour returns to the meeting location on Beale Street.