What You Will Do
This two-hour walking tour of Memphis explores the city's rich history at a fun and leisurely pace. You'll explore historic Cotton Row and Court Square, the lovely and historic heart of 19th century Memphis; enjoy sweeping views of the Mississippi River; and hear fascinating tales of rebels during the Civil War as well as Prohibition Era bootleggers. You'll also experience a time-honored Memphis tradition, the famous March of the Ducks at The Peabody Hotel. This tour is suitable for the whole family.
Also available is an additional guided tour of the historic Orpheum Theater (if option selected).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Please meet your guide inside the Peabody Hotel Lobby, near the Concierge Desk.
1
Barboro Alley
10 minutes
History of yellow fever in Memphis
2
WDIA-WHRK Radio Building
10 minutes
History of WDIA, the "Goodwill Station"
3
Court Square
20 minutes
History of one of Memphis' oldest and most beautiful parks
4
Confederate Park
25 minutes
Renamed Fourth Bluff Park in 2016, site of the Battle of Memphis in June 1862
5
Mississippi River
15 minutes
History and importance of the Mississippi River
6
The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
10 minutes
History of the Cotton Exchange and historic Cotton Row
7
Memphis Tourism
10 minutes
Once known as Howard's Row, see the oldest collection of original buildings in Downtown Memphis
8
The Peabody Ducks
20 minutes
History of the South's Grand Hotel and the Peabody duck march
9
The Orpheum Theatre
1 hour
Visit the Orpheum Theater, the premier entertainment venue in Memphis since 1928. If the add -on option is selected, guests will be allowed to participate in a guided tour of the building (available Monday-Wednesday only and subject to change based on availability).
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