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Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour

4.5 (6)
Memphis, US
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Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour

4.5 (6)
Memphis, US
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Experience the vibrant and rich history of Beale Street, the home of the Blues and birthplace of Rock and Roll, with the Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour. This unique tour allows you to explore at your own pace, anytime you want. Whether you're a music lover or history enthusiast, this tour is filled with captivating narratives and infused with music to set the mood. Learn about legends like Elvis, BB King, W.C. Handy, and Rudy Williams as you stroll along the iconic street. Discover the best spots to eat, drink, and enjoy a live show, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Beale Street. The tour starts at the Beale Street Baptist Church and takes you on a journey through the historic landmarks and hidden gems of the area. Don't miss the chance to relive this unforgettable experience with the remote version of the tour. Book now and let the soulful spirit of Beale Street envelop you.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 50 minutes - 1 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • & Audio GuidedSelf Guided Experience
  • Location aware tour on our walking tour app
  • Professionally narrated and infused with music
  • Tales of legends that tore up Beale Street
  • Best spots to eat, drink, and see a live show
  • Learn about famous musicians like Elvis and B.B. King
  • Tour of Beale Street on our walking tour app
  • No food, drink or entrance tickets, the whole tour is outside :)

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Introduction

Join the Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour and immerse yourself in the rich musical history of Beale Street, the birthplace of Rock and Roll. This location-aware tour on our walking tour app allows you to explore at your own pace, anytime. With professional narration and music to set the mood, this tour is a captivating journey through the iconic Beale Street, where legends like Elvis, BB King, and W.C. Handy made music history. Along the way, discover the best spots to eat, drink, and enjoy live shows.

What to expect?

During this 50 to 60-minute tour, you'll start outside the Beale Street Baptist Church and learn about the roots of Beale Street in Robert Church Park. Discover the fascinating story of the father of the blues, W.C. Handy, at the W.C. Handy House Museum. Pass by the historic Old Daisy and New Daisy, capturing the essence of their history. Step into Handy Park and dive into the history of the musicians and W.C. Handy himself. Experience the musical story of Rudy Williams, the Mayor of Beale, at an iconic joint with great food. Visit A. Schwabs to explore their relics and learn about their role in preserving historic Beale. Discover Lansky, the shop that helped Elvis create his iconic look. Marvel at the statue of Elvis and delve into his upbringing and rise to fame. Pass by the historic Orpheum Theatre and end your tour at the famous BB King Blues Club, where the history of Beale and BB King's rise to fame converge.

Who is this for?

The Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour is perfect for music lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone looking to explore the vibrant culture of Beale Street. Whether you're visiting Memphis for the first time or a seasoned traveler, this tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the legendary music scene and the fascinating stories behind the iconic landmarks of Beale Street. It is designed for individuals, couples, and groups who want the flexibility to explore at their own pace and the convenience of a self-guided tour.

Why book this?

Embark on the Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour and become immersed in the soulful beats and legendary tales that shaped American music. This tour allows you to discover the history of Beale Street from a new perspective, with a professionally narrated audio guide and location-aware technology that brings the stories to life right where they happened. By following this tour, you can ensure that you won't miss any of the must-see spots, learn about the famous musicians who left their mark on Beale Street, and even find the best places to eat, drink, and enjoy live shows. Experience the thrill of walking in the footsteps of music legends and gain a deeper appreciation for the cultural significance of Beale Street.

Good to know

The Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour allows you to go at your own pace, anytime. With no expiration date, you can revisit the tour remotely after experiencing it on location. This tour has a total duration of 50 to 60 minutes, and the meeting point is outside the Beale Street Baptist Church. While on the tour, ensure you have comfortable walking shoes as you explore the various landmarks and attractions of Beale Street. Don't forget to bring your headphones to fully enjoy the professionally narrated stories and music that make this tour so immersive. Be prepared to be captivated by the legendary tales and vibrant atmosphere of Beale Street.

Reviews

Customers who have taken the Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour have raved about the captivating narration and well-curated selection of music that enhances the tour experience. They praise the flexibility of being able to take the tour at their own pace and the convenience of having all the information and stories at their fingertips. Many reviewers specifically mention the fascinating insights into the lives of iconic musicians like Elvis, BB King, and W.C. Handy. Overall, customers express their satisfaction with the tour, stating that it is a must-do activity for music lovers visiting Memphis.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Your Itinerary

Beale Street Baptist Church

The tour starts outside the Beale Street Baptist Church, and then walks next door to the Robert Church Park, where you'll hear about the start of Beale Street and discover it's roots.

Robert R. Church Park

The tour takes you to the Robert Church Park, where you'll hear about Robert Church and how he brought musicians and started Beale street.

W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum

(Pass by)

The tour stops outside of the W.C. Handy House Museum and you'll learn the story of the father of the blues, and his life.

Old Daisy Theatre

(Pass by)

The tour stops outside of the Old Daisy, and New Daisy, and you'll hear it's story in history.

Handy Park

The tour goes into Handy Park where you'll hear about the history of the muscians that played here, and W.C. Handy.

Kings Palace Cafe

This iconic joint has great food, and a musical story all its own with Rudy Williams, the Mayor of Beale.

A. Schwab

Pop into A. Schwabs and see their relics and learn about how they helped to stop the destruction of historic Beale.

Lansky

The “Clothier to the King”, this is the shop that helped Elvis get his iconic look, and has a story forever linked to Elvis.

Elvis Statue

Elvis, the King of Rock and Roll. You'll see his statue. learn about his upbringing, his twin, and his rise to fame.

The Orpheum Theatre

(Pass by)

The tour stops outside the Orpheum Theatre, and you'll hear about its historic past.

B.B. King's Blues Club

B.B. King! Discover his story and stop in for a drink after the tour and listen to the Blues!

Reviews

(6)

4.5 (6)

dibby728

Well done app. Easy to download and run. Nice accompaniment for self paced tour. Easy to move around between modules. Recommend.

Karen K

Sadly to say, the city of Memphis needs a facelift and investors who can recreate what the city once had. It is full of history but because of the flight to the suburbs and the safety issues the city is lacking in vitality. The city government or state tourism department needs to come up with a plan to clean it up and make Beale Street come alive again. Only with a foreseeable change and a time constraint plan to improve the area will tourist return. If measures aren’t put into place the city will continue to deteriorate. Graceland and the Elvis Presley facility brings tourists to view his life. I would say the majority of the tourist go here first then set out to find other things to explore. While walking through the tour there seemed to be more foreigners than people from the USA. Many different languages were spoken. As a tourist myself I am glad I saw the city. Took in Graceland and the Elvis tour, Beale Street walking tour and got to listen to a blues player and his group playing on a small stage tucked between two buildings, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Lorraine Hotel, Sun Studios, drove by St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, and the pyramid shaped Bass Pro Store.

JeanC279

Very informative. Plus you can go at your own pace. We stopped for lunch then resumed the audio. Audio made us realize how many changes Beale Street has gone through.

lettiej2023

Excellent place, day or night!!!! The musicians were amazing and the service was great!!! Oh myyy….and those ribs!!!! Yummmmyyyy!!!!! Would definitely say that BB Kings BBQ is a keeper!!! Thank you!!!

Chris E

This is a great way for a solo traveler or a couple on their own time frame to get important and fascinating history about a specific area. I was on my own in Memphis and downloaded the Beale Street Experience, using it to guide my initial walkthrough of this area. Really helped me understand the history behind Beale Street and some of the important characters that helped it thrive.

Deniescha_M

It was great to learn of the African American influence on Beale Street. So many firsts in Memphis. Good walk.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-05 16:47