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Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

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Lorraine Hote
I am a man mural
lorraine hotel balcony
Gus's chicken
Blues hall of fame

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Overview

Our tour will take you through the heart of Memphis, exploring the intertwined stories of civil rights, segregation, and the unifying power of music that shaped this remarkable city. Go at your own pace, our smartphone guided tours is location aware and plays as you walk automatically. Stop and grab a drink, or chicken at Gus's, then continue anytime. It's infused with music to set the theme. The tour never expires. And listen again anytime after the on location tour.

What's Included

  • Listen again after the on location tour anytime.
  • Go at your own pace anytime, 24/7/365. The tour never expires.
  • Civil Rights themed tour in Memphis on our walking tour app
  • No Food, admission or human guide, the tour is all outside and on our walking tour app
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Beale Street
Memphis, TN 38103, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Mulberry Street
Memphis, TN 38103, USA

The tour ends at the Lorraine Motel at the balcony where MLK Jr. was shot. You'll hear the story of MLK, that day, and what he was fighting for.

What To Expect

B.B. King's Blues Club (Pass By)

The tour starts outside of the B.B. King blues club where you'll hear how B.B. King and the blues played a part in the civil rights movement. then you'll be guided through Memphis to the historic sites and food joints of linked to civil rights history.
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Statue of Elvis

You'll hear the story of Elvis growing up, the music and how the crossed cultures.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Orpheum Theatre (Pass By)

The Orpheum, like many places in the south, followed Jim Crow laws with segregated lobbies and balconies. Hear the story of Jim Crow, and how the Orpheum played a role in the movement.
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Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Food builds bridges, and Gus's played that role serving the best chicken, hear the story of how it brought people together.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Green Beetle

The tour stops outside the Green Beetle, a joint that played a role in serving everyone, including the greats like Elvis.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

I am a Man Mural

This mural tells the story of a protest the fought for Civil Rights. It's the reason MLK came to Memphis. And the movement changed history.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blues Hall of Fame Museum (Pass By)

The tour stops outside the Blues hall of fame where you'll hear it's impact on culture.
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Facing History and Ourselves

The mural depicts the hero's of the Civil Rights movement in Memphis, you'll hear about these heros and how they changed the world.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel (Pass By)

The tour ends at the Lorraine Motel at the balcony where MLK Jr. was shot. You'll hear the story of MLK, that day, and what he was fighting for.
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Downtown Memphis

The tour walks through the streets of Memphis stopping at the historic sites linked to the Civil Rights movement. You'll hear about MLK, local leaders, blues legends and how they changed the world.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Listen again after the on location tour anytime.
  • Go at your own pace anytime, 24/7/365. The tour never expires.
  • Civil Rights themed tour in Memphis on our walking tour app.
The following is NOT included:
  • No Food, admission or human guide, the tour is all outside and on our walking tour app.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Listen again after the on location tour anytime.
  • Go at your own pace anytime, 24/7/365. The tour never expires.
  • Civil Rights themed tour in Memphis on our walking tour app
  • No Food, admission or human guide, the tour is all outside and on our walking tour app

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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