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With hits including “Walking the Dog” and “Do the Funky Chicken,” singer, songwriter, DJ and dancer Rufus Thomas was one of the most influential entertainers to come out of Memphis. Thomas had both the first hit for Sun Records (with "Bear Cat")…
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If you're looking for value, a recent study showed that Memphis hotel rates were 28% lower than the national average.
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Memphis Tourism's Public Relations Team provides answers to your frequently asked questions about travel to and coverage of the home of blues, soul and rock 'n' roll. Q. Does Memphis Tourism have high-resolution photography I can use? A. Yes. You…
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Educational opportunities, legendary performance venues and transformative cultural experiences abound in Memphis, and these are just a few reasons why the home of blues, soul and rock 'n' roll makes the perfect student travel destination. No…
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Here in Memphis, we’re not lost in the sauce. In fact, we’re drowning in it: While you may know us as the home of low-and-slow-cooked barbecue, Memphis actually has more chicken wing establishments – 200-plus! – than barbecue joints, which hover…
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For the convenience of our international visitors, we've curated this list of tour operators that offer vacation packages featuring travel to Memphis. South America Ambiental Turismo Triângulo da Música Flot Viagens Rota da Música Personal Brazil…
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The Memphis Sports Hall of Fame is a collaboration led by two divisions of Memphis Tourism: the Memphis Sports Council and Memphis Management Group. It was created as a Bicentennial Legacy Project in 2019. Our MISSION is to honor our area’s top…
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The safety of our visitors is our highest priority and the team at Memphis Tourism encourages all travelers to follow guidance issued by public health officials. We are continually monitoring the rapidly changing situation regarding COVID-19 to…
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Memphis Tourism's Sports Council provides answers to your frequently asked questions about hosting and attending group sporting events in the home of blues, soul and rock 'n' roll. Q. What are the capacities of Memphis' major sports facilities? A…
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Groups are welcome and well-fed at Memphis restaurants. From our world-famous barbecue joints to establishments serving soul food, fine dining, twists on Southern classics and more, you'll find options to please your whole group.