Things to do in Memphis?

Question

Taking a vacation in late September to the Memphis area. Besides Graceland and Beale Street, what else is there to do in Memphis? I am also told that there are a number of old record companies set up as museums to visit. I love rock and the blues, so I thought Memphis would be a good place to go to enjoy some good music.

I am also bringing my bike along. It makes it a lot easier to go from place to place without trying to find parking or walking 3 miles. How is the city set up for getting around on a bike?

I'm planning on spending 3 or 4 days there, so if I can find a thing or two to fill each day, that would be great.

Any suggestions or "reviews" would be great.

Thanks.

Answer 1

You've got to go to Mud Island.  It was featured years ago in the movie "The Firm" with Tom Cruise.  It has a monorail, riverboat, and you can even bike there.  Take a tour of the Pyramid too.  Very cool place. You also must go to the Peabody Hotel and see their duck march.  I went there years ago and they're so cute!  They come down from their suite at 11:00 a.m. and go back up at 5:00 p.m.  There's also Alex Haley House and Museum, Memphis Zoo, Memphis Botanical Gardens.

Answer 2

Drive south to Tunica, Ms. and gamble all of your money away.  That's really a lot of fun.

Answer 3

walkin in memphis ;)