Walk through Memphis at your own pace with a smartphone-guided tour that links blues clubs, murals, and the Lorraine Motel to the civil rights struggle. GPS-triggered narration highlights music, protest, and local stories in a 60–120 minute self-guided route.
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Step off Beale Street and the city opens like a record: the hum of traffic, distant river air, and a faint guitar thread that cues each stop. This self-guided smartphone walk moves at your pace between blues clubs, murals, and the Lorraine Motel balcony where the civil rights movement’s last chapter in Memphis was written.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; accustomed to walking on city sidewalks for up to two hours is sufficient
Wildlife
History
Memphis was both a cultural engine for blues and gospel and a battleground for civil rights; the 1968 sanitation strike brought national attention and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to the city.
Conservation
Historic sites downtown are preserved through local museums and stewardship; visitors help by staying on sidewalks, not touching exhibits, and supporting local institutions.
Reserve your spot on the Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The tour runs through a smartphone app and uses GPS — start with a full charge and bring a power bank.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect flat urban sidewalks and up to two hours of walking; choose supportive footwear.
Respect memorial spaces
When you reach the Lorraine Motel and other memorials, keep voices low and avoid blocking plaques or entrances.
Plan for food stops
The route passes iconic eateries like Gus’s — factor time for a quick bite and reopening hours.
Comfortable walking shoes
Stable shoes make walking on brick and uneven sidewalks far more pleasant.
Charged smartphone and portable charger
The tour plays from the WalknTours app; you’ll need GPS and battery to run narration.
Reusable water bottle
Hydration matters, especially in Memphis summers when temperatures climb.
summer
Light rain jacket or umbrella
Showers can appear suddenly in spring and summer; stay dry to keep the app and photos working.
spring