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Things to do in Downtown Memphis
Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in Downtown Memphis, 27 with full Scout intelligence.
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Typical spend
$50
Typical visit
1.6 hr
Easy parking
7%
Best spots in Downtown Memphis
Downtown Memphis
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
Gus's is a casual spot for spicy fried chicken and comfort food, ideal for a quick, affordable meal with family or friends. Expect a visit to last about an hour, costing $15-25 per person.
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Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
Flight is a fine dining spot perfect for an elegant dinner. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $75-150 per person on small plates and wine pairings.
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Blues City Cafe
This juke joint offers soul food and live blues music, perfect for an evening out on Beale Street. Expect to spend $20-$40 per person and dedicate about 1.5 hours to the experience.
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Amelia Gene’s
Amelia Gene's is a fine dining option suitable for special occasions or a romantic evening, typically lasting around two hours. Expect a high price point per person.
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Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous
Visit this historic barbecue spot for ribs in a basement setting. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-$35 per person for a casual meal.
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Crazy Gander Coffee Company
Crazy Gander Coffee Company is a good spot for a casual coffee run or quick bite. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $5-$15 per person for a drink and snack.
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The Majestic Grille
The Majestic Grille offers an upscale American dinner experience in a historic movie house setting, ideal for a longer evening meal before or after a downtown event. Expect to spend $40-80 per person for food and drinks.
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Esco Memphis Restaurant & Tapas
Esco Memphis is a good spot for an evening meal with friends or a date, offering American and tapas options. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person for food and drinks.
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Mississippi River Park
Mississippi River Park is ideal for a relaxed afternoon walk or a picnic, especially around sunset. It's a free outdoor space suitable for families or solo exploration, often paired with a visit to downtown Memphis.
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Itta Bena
Itta Bena is suitable for an upscale evening meal with cocktails and live music, often paired with a show at B.B. King's. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $75-$150 per person.
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Memphis Chess Club
A stop for coffee, a light meal, and a game of chess. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $10-25 per person. It can be a relaxed afternoon activity or a low-key evening out.
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McEwen's
McEwen's is good for an upscale dinner, pairing well with a show or a walk in downtown Memphis. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-$100 per person.
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Fourth Bluff Park
Fourth Bluff Park is a free outdoor space ideal for a relaxing walk with scenic river views, suitable for an hour or two. It pairs well with a picnic or as a stop during a downtown exploration.
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B.B. King's Blues Club
This is a good spot for an evening meal with live blues music, typically lasting 2-3 hours. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person for food and drinks, not including potential cover charges.
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New Daisy Theatre
The New Daisy Theatre is a venue on Beale Street for catching live music or fight nights, often costing $30-$100 per person for a 3-hour event. It pairs well with dinner beforehand on Beale Street.
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Tin Roof
Tin Roof is good for a casual evening out on Beale Street, offering live music and pub food. Expect to spend a couple of hours and around $20-50 per person on food and drinks.
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Rum Boogie Cafe
Rum Boogie Cafe is ideal for an evening out on Beale Street, offering live music, BBQ, and drinks. Expect to spend a couple of hours and $25-60 per person for food and entertainment.
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Beale Street Entertainment District
Spend an evening exploring this iconic street for blues music, drinks, and food. Expect to walk a bit and spend $30-$100 per person for an outing of a few hours.
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Silky O'Sullivan's
Silky O'Sullivan's is good for a lively evening on Beale Street, offering pub fare and drinks with live music and an outdoor patio. Expect to spend $20-50 per person for food and a couple of drinks, fitting well into a longer night out.
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Silly Goose Lounge
Silly Goose Lounge is suitable for an evening drink or light meal, often as a standalone event or following dinner. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $30-70 per person.
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Handy Park
Handy Park is a public outdoor space on Beale Street, good for catching free live music and grabbing concessions. It can be a brief stop on a longer outing, often paired with other Beale Street attractions, costing minimal to moderate money depending on purchases.
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Tom Lee Park
Tom Lee Park is a free riverside park with walking paths and views, perfect for a relaxed stroll or picnic. Expect to spend an hour or two enjoying the outdoors, perhaps before or after a meal downtown.
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Jasper Float Spa & Wellness Center - Downtown Memphis
This float spa is ideal for a solo wellness activity, lasting about 1.5 hours and costing around $50-90 per session. It's a good standalone activity for relaxation or to unwind after a busy day downtown.
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Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
This museum offers an interactive journey through Memphis music history, typically taking 1.5 hours and costing around $15-18 per person. It's a solid indoor activity, especially suitable for visitors looking to learn about the city's cultural roots.
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Beale Street Landing
Visit Beale Street Landing for a relaxed outdoor experience with walking paths and scenic river views. It can be a free outing or cost up to $25 if renting bikes or taking a tour, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours.
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Fire Museum of Memphis
This museum is great for a family outing with younger children, offering interactive exhibits on fire safety. Expect to spend about 1.5 hours and around $10-15 per person.
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Memphis Music Hall of Fame
This museum provides a 1.5-hour indoor experience celebrating Memphis music history, costing around $10-20 per person. It's a good standalone activity for an afternoon or can be paired with other downtown attractions.
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