Memphis- The Culture, from a Local.I'm from Memphis, and I take pride in my city. This 5 day itinerary will give you the perfect experience in understanding the culture, eating all the best soulfood, seeing the most beautiful views, and letting the music flow through your veins. This trip is nostalgic as it gets. Secret Code: TouristAuthorsJakesvisuals
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Day 1

Brother Juniper's
Famous open faced omeletts! A Memphis breakfast classic!
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The Beauty Shop
Very creative dishes!
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Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
You haven't eaten in Memphis until you've had Gus's. When they say world famous, they mean it!
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Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous
Hidden in a dark alley, this is memphis's most nostalgic bbq restaurant. Ribs all day!
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Sun Studio
The birthplace of rock n roll. You wouldn't believe some of the names you see here.
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Mud Island
Let's get outside! Mud island is a beautiful place (my mom's favorite in memphis) to walk around and see the sunset!
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B.B. King's Blues Club
Live blues and drinks? SIGN ME UP.
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Day 2

The Arcade Restaurant
Memphis' oldest cafe. Feels like you're stepping back in time with these diner vibes.
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Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
This will give you the perfect understanding of the memphis music experience. Come learn about the birthplace of rock and roll.
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La Baguette French Bread and Pastry Shop
ooooo baby I can taste their pastries from here!!
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Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis means music, and Stax will give you a tour of everything you need to understand the special culture of music in the city.
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Soul Fish Cafe
The definition of soul food- this place might just send your soul straight to the pearly gates of heaven
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The Peabody Memphis
A fantastic hotel to walk around. Don't miss the rooftop, and check it out at sunset for a great view over the city. When you get there, ask about the ducks.
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Dyer's Burgers
Arguably the best burger in memphis. And located right on beale street, Dyer's has been cooking these burgers the same way for about 100 years.
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Orpheum Theatre
A fantastic place to catch a performance, located downtown. After sunset at the Peabody, walk right over.
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Day 3

The Four Way Soul Food Restaurant
Soul food. Must try. Go now. Trust me.
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The Majestic Grille
Southern cuisine, but keep it classy.
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Gibson's Donuts
Go after 10pm for discounted donuts. But go at anytime of the day really, they have the best donuts in memphis.
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Central BBQ - Downtown
If you ask a local, 90% of them will say Central is the best bbq in memphis.
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Shelby Farms Park
A massive park. My favorite place to walk around in Memphis. Find the lake, walk around, and enjoy some peace in nature. You can even rent a boat!
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Blues Hall Juke Joint
Memphis=blues. Come have a drink and listen to some blues!
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Day 4

Bluff City Coffee & Bakery Cooper Young
Grab your coffee and pastry to-go, and head for a lovely morning at Memphis botanic garden.
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Memphis Botanic Garden
My mom got married here! It's a beautiful area to walk around and see some amazing gardens in Memphis.
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Cozy Corner Restaurant
Enjoy the atmosphere at this nostalgic restaurant. Great bbq.
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Cooper-Young Historic District
A charming neighborhood in Memphis with great eats and great shops. Spend some time walking around here.
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Crosstown Concourse
You can explore Crosstown for hours. Get lost in the art gallery. DEFINITELY stop at the Listening Lab- my personal favorite spot in ALL of Memphis. All free- they have tons of classic rock n roll and soul vinyls they'll put on for you.
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Iris
One of the best fine dining experiences you can have in memphis. Food is mouth watering.
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Day 5

Café Eclectic
One of Memphis' best cafes- a great way to start the day with a coffee and a snack.
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National Civil Rights Museum
One of the most powerful museums I've been to. A truly unforgettable and eye opening experience.
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Muddy's Bake Shop
Known as one of the best bakeries in the city!
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Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
Finish your trip right. Flight is a wonderful fine dining experience downtown, and their wine flights will have you soaring.
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Overton Park Shell
One of the best places for live music in Memphis. Finish your trip the Memphis way.
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