Visit Memphis, Tennessee

When you think of vacationing, let Memphis come to mind.  This is an area that people think about when someone mentions Graceland.  Yes, it is a big part of the city and the culture.  Memphis thrives with many things though.  Come for yourself and see.

If you have never been to Memphis you may not know where to start.  There is a lot do, including Graceland.  It is what puts Memphis on the map.  The 14 acre estate of Elvis is toured by thousands every year.  You do not even have to be a fan of Elvis to enjoy Graceland.  The Graceland Mansion sits on Elvis Presley Boulevard atop a hill in the suburb of Whitehaven.  It was originally a five hundred acre farm that was used during the American Civil War.  Taking a tour of this mansion is very fun.  You will see the dining room, music room, TV room and the billiard room.  As you walk through you will hear an audio narration.  The only area you can’t visit is the upstairs, as this was Elvis’s private sanctum when he was alive. 

If visiting Graceland and you were a devoted fan of the “King,” be sure to visit the Meditation Garden.  This is where Elvis and his family have been laid to rest.  Seeing the grave site can be very emotional for some people.  After walking through the home of Elvis and seeing how he lived when he was alive, seeing his grave can be humbling and a time that you will always cherish.

After seeing the mansion of the King himself, Memphis offers you many more things to do while vacationing in the beautiful town.  If you plan your vacation accordingly, you can be there during the Memphis Blues Festival.  This month long event, also known as Memphis in May is called the Beale Street Music Festival.  Legendary greats have been known to play, including BB King, James Brown, Ray Charles and Jerry Lee Louis.

The Memphis Blues Festival goes on all year long and depending on who you want to hear will depend on when you need to arrive.  The Juneteenth Freedom Festival celebrates blues and gospel music.  There is also a carnival, golf tournament and vendors that partake in the celebration.  The Memphis Music and Heritage Festival is a celebration of music food and arts.  It celebrates the area’s music so locals and visitors can get out and commemorate the city’s famous musicians and talent.

As you walk down Blue Street, also known as Beale Street, you will be walking down a major historical landmark.  The musical history behind this street is one you will learn all about when making your way down it.  Plan your vacation for Memphis.