Things To Do
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
A 10 minute drive from the Peabody, the Stax Museum is an essential stop for music (and stellar museum) lovers. From Rufus & Carla Thomas to Otis Redding to Sam & Dave, Stax brought soul, blues & funk to the masses.
National Civil Rights Museum
The Civil Rights Museum is an essential, moving, and informative experience. Built around The Lorraine Motel, where MLK was assassinated while visiting Memphis to support the sanitation workers' strike, the museum is an incredible homage to our nation's history and future.
Graceland
Graceland... duh. Come see Elvis's home. 10-15 minute drive from The Peabody.
South Main Arts District
This street is full of entrepreneurs, locally owned shops, chef-owned restaurants and organizations that support the arts. Mosey over for a fun daytime walk. (Across from the Civil Rights museum)
The Peabody Duck Walk
What you all came to town for... The duck walk! The ducks walk from their home on the roof to the lobby fountain at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. each day.
Sun Studio
The "birthplace of Rock 'n Roll". The discovery location of musical legends and genres of the 50’s from B.B. King and Elvis Presley to Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis. 5 minute drive from The Peabody, 20 minute walk.
Brother Juniper's Breakfast Restaurant
A small trek from downtown, and likely a loooong weekend wait for a table, but well worth it for the best breakfast in town! An essential stop on the Leah historical tour, Leah was a hostess here throughout high school.
Central BBQ - Downtown
Get ya pulled pork sandwich! ~20 minute walk, 5 minute drive~
Chef Tam's Underground Cafe
Award winning soul food! ~20 minute walk from the Peabody~
Hi Tone
If you're staying in Memphis a bit longer, this spot usually has great live music!
Eight and Sand
~Vibey bar~ in historic Central Station, which is now a beautiful hotel
Hustle & Dough
Best coffee in Tennessee!
Bishop
~trendy & delicious~ restaurant