Beale Street. The home of the Blues. The birthplace of Rock and Roll. It’s one of the most iconic streets in America. This is a location aware tour on our walking tour app. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour never expires. And after taking the tour on location, listen to the remote version anytime to relive the tour. The tour is professionally narrated and infused with music to set the mood. You'll see this historic street and hear the tales of the legends that tore it up and made music history. You’ll hear about Elvis, BB King, The father of Blues W.C. Handy, The mayor of Beale Street Rudy Williams and so many more. Along the way I’ll take you to the best spots to eat, drink and take in a live show.
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What To Expect
Beale Street Baptist Church
The tour starts outside the Beale Street Baptist Church, and then walks next door to the Robert Church Park, where you’ll hear about the start of Beale Street and discover it’s roots.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Robert R. Church Park
The tour takes you to the Robert Church Park, where you’ll hear about Robert Church and how he brought musicians and started Beale street.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum
The tour stops outside of the W.C. Handy House Museum and you’ll learn the story of the father of the blues, and his life.
• Admission Ticket Free
Old Daisy Theatre
The tour stops outside of the Old Daisy, and New Daisy, and you’ll hear it’s story in history.
• Admission Ticket Free
Handy Park
The tour goes into Handy Park where you’ll hear about the history of the muscians that played here, and W.C. Handy.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
King’s Palace Cafe
This iconic joint has great food, and a musical story all its own with Rudy Williams, the Mayor of Beale.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
A. Schwab
Pop into A. Schwabs and see their relics and learn about how they helped to stop the destruction of historic Beale.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lansky
The “Clothier to the King”, this is the shop that helped Elvis get his iconic look, and has a story forever linked to Elvis.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Elvis Statue
Elvis, the King of Rock and Roll. You’ll see his statue. learn about his upbringing, his twin, and his rise to fame.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Orpheum Theatre
The tour stops outside the Orpheum Theatre, and you’ll hear about its historic past.
• Admission Ticket Free
B.B. King’s Blues Club
B.B. King! Discover his story and stop in for a drink after the tour and listen to the Blues!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max group – 15
