Drive through Memphis’s music history at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour that connects Graceland, Sun Studio, Beale Street and Stax. Download the tour once and follow 25+ narrated stops over an 11.2-mile route.
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You pull out of the Bass Pro Shops parking lot with the Pyramid at your back and the Mississippi River tugging at the city’s edge. The app’s voice slips into the car like a knowledgeable companion—clear, timely, and tuned to the rhythm of Memphis. Over the next 11.2 miles the route threads downtown streets, riverfront turns, and residential blocks that watched rock ’n’ roll take shape.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required; some short walks between parking and exhibits are likely
Wildlife
History
Memphis grew as a river port and crossroads for Black musical innovation; Sun Studio and Beale Street helped turn local sounds into national movements, and Graceland anchors Elvis’s complex legacy.
Conservation
Riverfront stewardship and urban park maintenance are ongoing priorities—pack out trash, obey signage, and use designated parking to limit neighborhood impacts.
Reserve your spot on the Memphis Self Guided Driving Audio Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download before you arrive
The tour must be downloaded in the Action Tour Guide app while you have Wi‑Fi or mobile data; once downloaded it works offline.
One purchase per car
Buy one tour per vehicle rather than per person to save money; share the audio through your car stereo or a single phone.
Plan for museum hours
Attractions along the route require separate tickets and scheduled hours—check opening times for Graceland and the Stax Museum before you go.
Respect neighborhoods and speed limits
Several stops pass residential streets; do not block driveways or park in no-parking zones and follow local traffic rules.
Charged smartphone
Required to run the Action Tour Guide app and play the audio narration.
Car phone charger
Keeps your device powered during the 2–3 hour route and if you make longer stops.
Comfortable walking shoes
You’ll leave the car for short walks at Sun Studio, Beale Street, and museum lots.
Light rain jacket
Spring showers are common; a packable jacket keeps you comfortable between stops.
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