Overview
Explore the street where the blues began on this one hour walking tour of historic Beale Street. Voted “America’s Most Iconic Street” by USA Today, Beale Street has a long, colorful history.
From its early days as a red light district to its heyday as the center of the city’s vibrant African-American culture, you'll explore the stories behind the legends and the colorful characters who helped make Beale Street the “Home of the Blues.”
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Professional guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Depart from: Alfred's on Beale 197 Beale St.
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.
What to expect
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Beale Street
1 hour
The Home of the Blues, and pone of America's most historic and iconic streets/
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Handy Park
10 min
History of the famous bluesmen's park
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Lansky Bros. Clothier to the King
10 min
History of the famous store where Elvis adopted his signature style
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A. Schwab
10 min
History of the old fashioned general store and soda fountain founded in 1876, the city's oldest business
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W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum
10 min
History of the "shotgun house" of W.C. Handy
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- 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.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Beale Street Guided Walking Tour
Can I cancel Beale Street Guided Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour.
What's included?
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional guide
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits Beale Street, Handy Park, Lansky Bros. Clothier to the King, A. Schwab, W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Backbeat Tours
