MEMPHIS TENNESSEE
Memphis isn't the well-kept secret it used to be. Now, with several
new attractions, visitors of all ages will find Memphis to be a fun
and entertaining city to visit. The only problem is, with so much to
see and do in Memphis, where do you start? Listed below are our
favorite Memphis attractions and activities.
The CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF MEMPHIS
Experience hands-on excitement. Sit in a flight simulator and a real
airplane cockpit, explore a Mississippi River model, climb through
the arteries of a giant heart, ride a bicycle on Mars, be a "star" on
stage, paint and sculpt in the art studio, board a real fire engine,
shop for groceries and more.
Admission: $7 adults, $6 ages 1-12 and 62+. Under 1 free.
HTTP://WMOM.COM
JACK DANIELS DISTILLERY
Nation's oldest registered distillery. Visitors may observe every step
of the sour mash whiskey-making art. Open daily except major
holidays.
Hours of operation: 9am-4:30 daily except major holidays
Group reservations required
931-759-6180
MEMPHIS ZOO
What's black & white and cute all over? Giant pandas, Ya Ya and Le
Le, at the Memphis Zoo! You can also explore Cat Country, Primate
Canyon, Animals of the Night, Once Upon a Farm, Dragon's Lair,
Tropical Bird House, Herpetarium, Aquarium and more. Venture
into the world of over 3000 animal residents. Activities include
keeper chats and animal shows Jun-Aug. With so much to see and
do, it's virtually unexplored territory!
Watch for Northwest Passage featuring polar bears, sea lions and
seals expected to open in spring of 2006.
Admission: $10.00 adults, $9.00 seniors, $6.00 ages 2-11, Under 2
free $3 panda admission
Hours of operation: Mar-Oct: 9am-6pm. Nov-Feb: 9am-5pm. Last
admission one hour before close. Closed Christmas Eve,
Christmas and Thanksgiving days.
WWW.MEMPHISZOO.ORG
RIDE THE MEMPHIS DUCKS
New for 2005! See Memphis by land AND water aboard ONE
amazing vehicle. Discover the history, humor and heroes of this
legendary town and cruise the river too! Entertaining and
informative captains narrate this fascinatingly fun expedition. Free
Wacky Quackers too.
Price: Adults $15.95; Ages 3-12 $9.95
Hours of operation: April - October: 7 days a week. Ticket kiosk 9am-
5pm
WWW.MEMPHISDUCKS.COM
UNION PLANTERS IMAX THEATER
The ultimate film experience features a giant four-story tall screen
with crystal-clear images that put you in the picture. IMAX® films
take you on exciting adventures to spectacular places.
Admission: $7.25 adults, $6.75 seniors, $5.75 youth
Hours of operation: open 7 days a week. Seasonal hours, call in
advance for show times / reservations.
WWW.MEMPHISMUSEUMS.ORG
GRACELAND-HOME OF ELVIS PRESLEY
Your journey to Graceland Mansion includes a digital audio guide,
narrated by Elvis' daughter, Lisa Marie. Highlights include the
"Jungle Room," Trophy Building, special exhibits, and Meditation
Garden. Also tour Elvis' private jets and stroll through the Elvis
Presley Automobile Museum and Sincerely Elvis exhibit. Explore
exclusive shops and themed restaurants.
Tour length: varied. Approximately 1-4 hours.
Audio-guided Mansion tour.
Admission:
Platinum Tour: $27 Adults; $24.30 Seniors/Students; $13 Children
Mansion Only: $18 Adults; $16.20 Seniors/Students; $7 Children
Under 6 free
Hours of operation:
March - October: Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm.
November - February: Open daily 10am-4pm. Mansion closed
Tuesday.
WWW.ELVIS.COM
MEMPHIS ROCK N ROCK MUSEUM
"In the quest to identify the roots of America's music, all roads lead
to Memphis." The Smithsonian's Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
tells the story of the history and legacy of people and musicians
working in the Delta and Memphis area from the 1930s to the
1970s and the styles of music (blues, country, gospel, rock 'n' roll,
rhythm & blues and soul) that became known collectively as the
"Memphis sound," which influenced culture and lifestyles
worldwide in the mid-20th century.
Tour length: 1 1/2 - 2 hours
Admission: $8.50 adults, $7.50 seniors, $5 ages 5-17
Hours of operation: open daily 10am-6pm
WWW.MEMPHISROCKNSOUL.ORG
MEMPHIS QUEEN
The only riverboat adventure in Memphis. Fun adventures on
America's greatest river. Public sightseeing, dinner, charter and
party specialists. Tour groups, conventions and reunions welcome.
Large paddlewheel and showboats (2300 passengers). Free
parking in downtown Memphis on the historic cobblestones at the
Memphis Harbor.
Tour length: Sightseeing - 90 minutes. Dinner cruise - 2 hours.
Admission: Prices vary depending on cruise
WWW.MEMPHISQUEEN.COM
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