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The City of Memphis welcomes you to our grand city. Memphis, Tennessee is recognized
as the home of Elvis Presley and as the birthplace of the blues. Did you know
that Elvis´s home, Graceland, is the second most visited house in the country
- behind the White House in Washington, D.C.? But Graceland is only one of the
many exciting sites and attractions that you will want to see during your visit
to Memphis.
Our Memphis in May Festival attracts people from around the world to compete in
the International BBQ cooking contest. This festival draws thousands to the banks
of the Mississippi for live concerts and the Sunset Symphony. We´re also home
of the Peabody - queen of Southern hotels, Mud Island - the final resting place
of the Memphis Belle and the National Civil Rights Museum, which is the only one
of its kind in the world.
Public Transport
Public transport is provided by the Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA), which
operates throughout the city from 4:30 a.m. until 11:15 p.m. They also operate
the Trolley 2 buses in the downtown area.
The famous Main Street Trolley lines run up and down Main Street from Auction
Street in the North to J.O Patterson in the South. These antique trolleys also
make a Riverfront Loop that gives a close-up view of the Mississippi River,
the Pyramid and Mud Island. It also provides access to a variety of attractions
including Downtown cafes, Beale Street and the National Civil Rights Museum.
On the nights that special events are held, the Main Street Trolley runs until
1:00 am.
Art
Art helps define our culture - both past and present.
The City of Memphis has historically been known as a creative environment that
encourages artistic expression. That reputation still holds true today. In Memphis,
you will find enlightening works of art by local, national and world-renowned
artists in our museums, galleries and throughout the City.
Entertainment
Memphis offers a variety of entertaining activities for the entire family to
enjoy. We are proud to be known as the Home of the Blues and Birthplace of Rock
´n Roll. Just take a stroll down Beale Street and you will hear the music of
artists such as B.B. King and W.C. Handy performed by some of the most talented
blues bands around. Rich in culture, Memphis has a number of theatres, museums
and other artistic attractions that are open to the public.
If you´re interested in more of a party atmosphere, the Memphis nightlife is
beyond compare with the best food, drink, music and dancing you´ll find. We
are also home of the Redbirds Baseball Team, River Kings Hockey Team and the
Memphis Grizzlies NBA Basketball Team.
Shopping
Memphis offers a number of great and interesting places to shop. If you are
looking for a unique specialty shop, a retail chain store or a modern-day mall,
Memphis has it all.
Contact Information
Website: www.cityofmemphis.org/
Serving Airports
Airport: Memphis International Airport
Airport Code
Flight Time from the UK: 10 hours
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