Sun Studio Tours and Activities

Explore the top attractions in Memphis on this sightseeing tour along the Mississippi River. See landmark locations like the Memphis Pyramid, now a Bass Pro Shops “megastore” with shopping, a hotel, restaurants, a bowling alley, and an archery range; the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, where Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated and much more. A Memphis hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this tour.

Shake, rattle, and roll through Memphis on this guided musical bus tour. Local musicians lead the way on a fun-loving ride through the home of blues, complete with live music and tambourines, shakers, and bongos for all to enjoy. Visit historic Beale Street, one of the most iconic streets in America, plus Stax Studio, the Lorraine Motel, and more. Upgrade to include admission to Sun Studio, the most famous recording studio in the world.

Drive past the Mississippi River, grand Victorian homes, and cultural landmarks on this narrated tour of Memphis, which takes you beyond the city’s obvious sights. A tour of the legendary Sun Studios, where artists such as Johnnie Cash and Elvis Presley recorded their music is also included as is round-trip transportation from your downtown Memphis hotel.

First-time visitors to Memphis appreciate this overview driving tour of the city's key sights. Choose from morning or afternoon departures to see the city's Victorian homes, Beale Street, and Graceland, among other attractions. Stop to visit the famous ducks that make their home at the Peabody Hotel. Round-trip transport from and to your hotel (most mid-south properties) is included.

Located on the Mighty Mississippi River, Memphis is the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll, the capital of Blues and home to some of the best barbecue you can put in your mouth. Explore Memphis, with VIP access to Graceland, during this 15-hour day trip from Nashville. See the home of Elvis Presley, aka the King, and take a guided 1-hour tour of Sun Studios.

Follow in the footsteps of musical legends, such as Louis Armstrong, Muddy Waters, and B.B. King, on this walking tour of Beale Street in downtown Memphis. Your guide knows the ins and outs of the street—said to be where blues began—ensuring you won't miss a beat of its storied past. Pass by highlights including Lansky Brothers, where Elvis Presley was known to shop, as well as the more-than-100-year-old A. Schwab General Store.

Take a spooky stroll through Memphis during this guided ghost walking tour. Experience the darker side of downtown, and hear tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by a professional storyteller. Explore Earnestine and Hazel's, a former brothel that is well known as one of the most haunted buildings in Memphis, as well as the Orpheum Theatre and the John Alexander Austin House.

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.

Visit the Memphis Music Hall of Fame to learn all about the city's legendary music history. Browse exhibits and museum displays about the musicians and artists who shaped the Memphis Sound.

The Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum will have you tapping your toes. Book this admission ticket and discover Memphis' history of blues, rock and soul music. An included audio guide adds depth to the extensive exhibits, with more than 100 songs to bring liveliness to the displays. Delve into Memphis' musical legacy and learn all about the pioneers like BB King and Muddy Waters who put Memphis on the map.

While visiting Memphis, take a guided sightseeing tour of downtown then board a paddlewheel boat for a cruise on the Mississippi River. See all that Memphis has to offer, including Beale Street and the former mansions of the Victorian Village neighborhood. This seasonal combo tour operates March–November and includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore Memphis at your own pace on the convenient Hope On Hop Off bus tour. This colorful, air-conditioned bus stops at many of the city’s popular landmarks, including Beale Street, Graceland, the National Civil Rights Museum, and the Blues Hall of Fame. A convenient and affordable way to see Memphis without renting a car, the tour has on on-board guide, but admission to attractions is not included.

Memphis is known worldwide for its musical heritage. On this tour, you will dive into the culture and history that back up that story. Downtown Memphis has it all! Ride along with us on this 90-minute journey exploring the sites, sounds and locations that made Memphis famous. On a Meteor Tour, you'll discover... - The home of the man known as the Father of the Blues - The South's finest gambling parlor that was run by the Czar of the Memphis underworld - The location of where Johnny Cash played his first paid gig - The most famous brothel in Memphis that is haunted by the women who worked there - And much, much more... You will also visit other neighborhoods such as: - Uptown - Pinch District - North Memphis - Soulsville - Cooper-Young Whether you are a music fan or a history lover, Memphis has something for you. Hop in your car and let us show you Memphis, Tennessee!

Perhaps most famous for being home to Elvis and the iconic musical landmark Graceland, the city of Memphis, Tennessee has many other famous musical attributes. During this private tour of Beale Street and Sun Studio, you’ll discover the city’s musical heritage, how Sun Studio started, its importance and who recorded it there. Sam Phillips, the founder, led the likes of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison and Johnny Cash to fame from this studio. You’ll visit Beale Street in Downtown Memphis, the most significant music street in America when it comes to blues music and an important location in the city’s history.