Memphis, TN
Tennessee's largest, and indeed, one of its most influential cities, Memphis was named after the ancient capital of Egypt.
A city that based its early economy on the cotton and lumber industries, in the 1960s it played a part in several events that affected the civil rights movement, including, most tragically, the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.
A Mid-South city, it contributed a great deal to the Southern cultural identity, and is most noted for its blues music. Many famous blues performers grew up around Memphis, including legends such as Muddy Waters, B.B King and Robert Johnson. Of course, the blues wasn't Memphis' only contribution to music. The city also contributed greatly to other genres such as Gospel, Rock n' Roll and Country music. Needless to say, the city was also home to Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley, two of American music's most famous names.
Speaking of Elvis, a visit to Memphis just wouldn't be complete without a visit to Graceland, the former home of the legend himself. Attracting over 600,000 visitors a year, it is one of the most visited houses in the country, and for good reason too -
The city, of course, has more than just musical history to offer its visitors. The National Civil Rights Museum, located in the former Lorraine Motel where Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated, features a historical overview of the African American struggle for freedom that Memphis played such a tragic role in.
Of course, if you're looking for a lighter afternoon, the city also includes many parks such as the Tom Lee Park, the Overton Park and the Memphis Botanic Garden, all excellent choices for a quiet stroll. Animal lovers will of course want to check out the Memphis Zoo, found downtown, and sports fans may want to catch one of the city's numerous professional sports teams in action.
A city with history, and then some, Memphis is calm, and beautiful, like the blues that has defined it for so long. Although you don't have to be a music fan to find interest in this city, it's safe to say that having a feel for melody will certainly help.
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Your 2 night stay in Memphis, TN, US
Check-in: Friday, September 17, 2010
Check-out: Sunday, September 19, 2010
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Sleep Inn At Court Square
This Memphis hotel is close to Fire Museum of Memphis and Mississippi River Museum at Mud Island. Also nearby
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The Westin Memphis Beale Street
Legendary Beale Street, with its blues and rock clubs, restaurants, pubs, and shops, is just 1 block from this downtown Memphis hotel. FedEx $15.62 Summer Vacation Sale! Save 20%.
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Radisson Inn Memphis Airport
This Memphis hotel is conveniently situated near the airport. Area attractions include Graceland and Stax Museum of $7.14
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Hilton Memphis
Nestled in the quiet east Memphis, Tenn. suburbs, the Hilton Memphis sits 20 miles from downtown Memphis. Hotel Features. Breakfasts, lunches and dinners buffets are $7.92 Summer Vacation Sale!
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Springhill Suites By Marriott Memphis Downtown
This city-center hotel is located in Memphis, close to Fire Museum of Memphis and AutoZone Park. Also nearby are $11.12 Summer Vacation Sale!
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Marriott Memphis Downtown
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This 2-building, downtown high-rise hotel adjoins the Memphis Convention Center with Mud Island River Park. The Memphis Music $12.72 Summer Vacation Sale!
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Madison Hotel
This Memphis property is close to AutoZone Park and Memphis Music Hall of Fame. Also nearby are Fire $15.05 Limited-Time Offer! Save 10% on This Reservation
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The Peabody Memphis
Located in downtown Memphis, Tenn., the Peabody Memphis stands across the street from AutoZone Park. The property is two blocks from Beale Street and three blocks from FedEx Forum, $15.92 Only 2 rooms left!
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Park Place Hotel Memphis
This property is located in Memphis. Regional points of interest include Graceland and Memphis Zoo. $9.04
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Drury Inn & Suites Memphis Northeast
Location.This property is located in Memphis. Art Museum of the University of Memphis is an area attraction. Other regional points of interest include Graceland. $6.68
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Courtyard by Marriott Memphis Airport
This Memphis hotel is conveniently situated near the airport. Graceland, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, and $7.92 Summer Vacation Sale!
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Crowne Plaza Memphis
This city-center property is located in Memphis, close to Mud Island River Park and Mississippi River Museum at Mud $9.72
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Quality Suites Wolfchase
This hotel is located in Memphis. Features.Quality Suites Wolfchase has an indoor pool, a spa tub, $7.20
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Comfort Inn Memphis
This city-center hotel is located in the heart of Memphis. Regional points of interest include Graceland and Memphis $6.40
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Wingate by Wyndham - Memphis-Wolfchase
This hotel is located in Memphis. Features.Wingate by Wyndham - Memphis-Wolfchase has a spa tub, a $7.48 Early Booking Bonus
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Extended Stay America Memphis - Apple Tree
This hotel is located in Memphis. Regional points of interest include Graceland and Memphis Zoo. $3.20
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Clarion Hotel Memphis
This Memphis hotel is situated in the suburbs. Regional points of interest include Graceland and Memphis Zoo. $7.12
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Memphis Plaza Hotel / Airport
This Memphis hotel is conveniently situated near the airport. Graceland, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, and $4.25 Stay 2 Nights and Save 10% on Your Stay!
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Holiday Inn Select Memphis East
This hotel is located in Memphis. Regional points of interest include Graceland and Memphis Zoo. $7.52
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Quality Inn Airport/Graceland
This Memphis hotel is conveniently situated near the airport. Graceland, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, and $5.20
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Key Attractions
- AutoZone Park
AutoZone Park is a minor league baseball stadium located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee and the home of the Memphis Redbirds of the Pacific Coast League, the AAA affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. It cost over $80 million, by far the most ever spent on a structure dedicated to minor league baseball. It has a seating capacity of 12,512, and has been aptly described as "one-third" of a major league baseball park.
- Downtown Memphis
Downtown Memphis, Tennessee is located on the Mississippi River between Interstate 40 to the north and Interstate 55 to the south.
- Downtown Southaven
Southaven, a city in DeSoto County, Mississippi. Southaven is a suburb of Memphis, Tennessee. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 28,977. The 2007 census estimate reflected a population of 42,567, making Southaven the fifth (possibly fourth) largest city in Mississippi.
More Attractions from Memphis, TN
- Germantown
- Graceland (Elvis' Home)
- Liberty Bowl
- Libertyland
- Memphis Amtrak Station
- Memphis Botanic Garden
- Memphis Int'l Airport
- Memphis Motorsports Park
- Memphis Zoo and Aquarium
- Mud Island
- Music Hall of Fame
- National Civil Rights Museum
- Overton Park & Zoo
- Pink Palace Museum
- Rhodes College
- Ride the Ducks of Memphis
- University of Memphis
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