- Elvis Presley's Graceland was designated a historic landmark in 2006. The mansion, where the undisputed King of Rock and Roll lived until his death in 1977, sits on a 500-acre farm. Tickets start at $28.
- It is said that the blues were born on Beale Street--one of the most famous streets in Memphis--where music greats such as Muddy Waters, B.B. King and W.C. Handy thrilled audiences with their musical talents.
- Shelby Farms is almost five times larger than Central Park in New York City. Hike through woods on the park's hiking trails. Or rent a paddle boat or kayak to enjoy Patriot Lake.
- The Blue Monkey on Madison Street features steaks and hot wings. Corky's BBQ has been voted Memphis' best barbecue for the past 20 years (as of 2009).
- Memphis Zoo exhibits include: Butterflies In Living Color, Cat Country, Northwest Passage, Penguin Rock and Denizens of the Deep South. Admission is $13 for adults and $8 for children ages 2 through 11, as of July 2009.
- Learn about Southern art, music and culture at the Center for Southern Folklore on South Main Street. Enjoy Southern treats such as peach cobbler at the cafe and coffee/beer bar.
