Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour: Memphis Beyond Beale
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Memphis, USA
- 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Trace Memphis' history, from the Civil War to modern-day, on this guided walking tour. Learn about the history of this rowdy blues, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll river town, and visit many of the city’s top attractions—Beale Street and sections of the Mississippi River among them. Experience, too, a time-honored Memphis tradition: Peabody Hotel's March of the Ducks.
- History-focused walking tour of Memphis
- Admire landmarks such as Court Square Fountain and Confederate Park
- Hear stories about Memphis' Civil War and Prohibition history from your guide
- Watch the March of the Ducks at the Peabody Hotel
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Local taxes
- Orpheum Theater guided tour (if option selected, MONDAY-WEDNESDAY ONLY)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Orpheum Theater guided tour (not available Thursday-Sunday)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- The Peabody Memphis149 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, USA
Please meet your guide inside the Peabody Hotel Lobby, near the Concierge Desk.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
Get to know Memphis and its top attractions on this educational and entertaining walking tour.
In addition to Beale Street, one of the most iconic streets in America, stroll along Main Street to Confederate Park, commemorating the Civil War’s Battle of Memphis. See additional Civil War sites recognizing the Battle of Memphis and Forrest's Raid on Memphis; Court Square Center, stop at the Peabody Hotel to watch the March of the Ducks, General Washburn's Escape Alley and more.
Along the way, hear the history of this rowdy river town and its people—from tough frontiersmen such as Davy Crockett and Sam Houston to the Confederate soldiers and Civil War spies. Learn about everyone from the gamblers, speculators and fancy ladies who arrived by steamboat and train to the gangsters and machine bosses fueled by Prohibition-era greed.
It truly is a fun and fast way to get to know Memphis and the many amazing attractions it offers.
In addition to Beale Street, one of the most iconic streets in America, stroll along Main Street to Confederate Park, commemorating the Civil War’s Battle of Memphis. See additional Civil War sites recognizing the Battle of Memphis and Forrest's Raid on Memphis; Court Square Center, stop at the Peabody Hotel to watch the March of the Ducks, General Washburn's Escape Alley and more.
Along the way, hear the history of this rowdy river town and its people—from tough frontiersmen such as Davy Crockett and Sam Houston to the Confederate soldiers and Civil War spies. Learn about everyone from the gamblers, speculators and fancy ladies who arrived by steamboat and train to the gangsters and machine bosses fueled by Prohibition-era greed.
It truly is a fun and fast way to get to know Memphis and the many amazing attractions it offers.
1
Barboro Alley
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
WDIA-WHRK Radio Building
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Court Square
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Confederate Park
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Mississippi River
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Memphis Tourism
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
The Peabody Ducks
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
The Orpheum Theatre
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Within a few blocks there are four different parking garages, and several open-air parking lots. The closest garage to our location (just two blocks away) is at 149 Peabody Place between Second Street and BB King Blvd., next to the Hampton Inn. You can try your luck with on-street metered parking, too, on Second Street just south of Beale; on Beale between Front and Second; or along Peabody Place from Front to Fourth Street.
- Guests who choose the Orpheum Theater guided tour (AVAILABLE MONDAY-WEDNESDAY ONLY) will arrive at the theater for the 12:00pm tour. Your tour guide will depart at that time; the Orpheum Theater is just 2 blocks from where the tour begins.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 421 reviews
Diana_D, Apr 2026
Our guide Katie was extremely knowledgeable about the history and culture of Memphis, which really enriched our appreciation of the city on many levels. She was full of interesting stories about things as varied as Yellow Fever epidemics, musicians, and the history of Mud Island. Extra convenient if you're staying at the Peabody, which we were. Finished up in time for the Duck March. A great walk on a beautiful spring day!
Elizabeth_M, Apr 2026
Shannon was absolutely fantastic. The tour was great - she is well-informed, warm, and delightful. Our entire group loved it! Highly recommended!
Rebekah_F, Mar 2026
Great tour. The guide was was knowledgeable and friendly. Lots of cool things to see in memphis. Thank you
Katherine_D, Feb 2026
Charlie was a fantastic guide - friendly and informative and clearly loves Memphis and its history. The tour was a good pace as well.
Lisa_B, Dec 2025
Our tour guide was great. She was personable, funny, and really knew her history. We enjoyed getting an inside scoop of Memphis
Ernestine_R, Jul 2025
She was nice and told us all about the buildings and history of them. It was nice. We were a small group which made it more special.
Ines_A, Jul 2025
Highly recommended! Our guide Taylor Nicole knew a lot of interesting things to understand the foundation and the spirit if Memphis. She was very kind and provided many details. Thank you!
Tobi_C, Jun 2025
interesting, guide was knowledgeable
interesting, guide was knowledgeable
interesting, guide was knowledgeable
Alejandra_C, May 2025
Mary was very knowledgeable and very nice. Gave us a good insight on history of Memphis. Highly recommend
Mike_F, May 2025
Great Walking Tour, our guide Charlie was a wealth of knowledge about Memphis. We learned all about the Yellow Fever outbreak in the 1870’s, and how that influenced the development of downtown Memphis, and Beale Street. The tour was a good length, about 1-3/4 hours culminating with the Duck March at the Peabody Hotel. Charlie gave some good info on things to do and places to eat like the Rendevous, very good Memphis Dry Ribs
Kenneth_G, Apr 2025
Perfect walking tour to learn about Memphis landmarks. Love ending at the Peabody for the March of the Ducks! Go to the bar and order a rubber ducky cocktail to finish off the tour!
Brendan_O, Mar 2025
Mary had great information about the history of Memphis and really helpes to illuminate it with stories of the city.
Carrie_F, Mar 2025
This was a great tour and the guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had a private tour because of the rain so was able to get to know the city a little better.
Kathy_H, Mar 2025
Memphis has a fascinating history and Kate brought it alive. Our favorite part? The Peabody Hotel duck parade. Hysterical!
Linda_P, Mar 2025
Very informative. Learned historical stories and information about Memphis I would not have known touring on my own. Knowledgeable tour guide.
Steve_K, Feb 2025
It's great to hear about the history of the area. I never knew much about Memphis. Great to be out enjoying the sunshine as well
Anna_M, Jan 2025
Charlie was professional and very informative. We learned a lot about Memphis history and enjoyed our tour!
HarveyKatz, Dec 2024
Kate was a wonderful guide. It was a cool wet morning which did not deter her at all. Kate gave us a good history of the city, starting on Beale Street, and ending arriving at the Peabody just in time for the famous duck walk.
Peter_M, Nov 2024
Not much to say. Our guide was pretty good, somewhat knowledgeable. It was very cold out. Not much to see
Dmitry_D, Nov 2024
Great experience. Mary was excellent. Explain a lot history and was easy to explore a city. I would definitely recommend it
Sean_Q, Nov 2024
Charles was fantastic! Very knowledgeable on Memphis and the history. He kept us involved and very interactive with the entire group. Would definitely recommend this tour!
Kevin_M, Sep 2024
Very friendly and informative guide. Good mix of history and stories that bring to life the curious and fascinating events that make Memphis the place is today.
Kathleen_R, Sep 2024
Loved the historical stories of the boom and bust of Memphis over the centuries.
Small group lots of time for questions.
Mike_A, Sep 2024
We really enjoyed the tour. Kate was friendly and very knowledgeable. We learned so much from her about Memphis.
Gary_A, Aug 2024
Mary is a very good guide showing me the key history and locations of Memphis on the walking tour. I recommend it to understand the basic history and culture of Memphis.
Carol_A, Aug 2024
Kate, the tour guide, was so knowledgeable about the city and historical happenings. She was open to questions and very friendly. Although this is a walking tour, it is a easy walk. You see all the highlights of the area. The tour was about 90 minutes, perfect.
Carrie_J, Aug 2024
It was an interesting tour full of the history of Memphis. Learned fun info that unless you’re a local you’d never know about. Our guide Kate was amazing and so knowledgeable!
Robert_G, Jun 2024
Mary was enthusiastic, friendly, and knowledgeable. Engaged with everyone. Box requires I add more, welcome to computers controlling us.
sharon_n, Jun 2024
The tour was very informative the bus was comfortable but the winner was Michelle our driver. My husband gets around on a scooter but she gave me some suggestions and we were able get him through the entire tour. She bent over backwards to help us . She’s a keeper for your company.
Jed_B, Jun 2024
Wow...this was a great tour. Mary was an amazing guide, and we really appreciate that she ran the tour even though there were only two of us. She was thorough, thoughtful, prepared, organized, and very patient with our questions. Take this tour and request Mary as your guide!
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