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Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min–3h
- Price from
- $38 / person
- Location
- Memphis
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 1,655 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 36
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Backbeat Tours
- Meeting point
- 197 Beale St.
Description
The Mojo Tour is a unique, high-energy musical tour of Memphis, a city that’s given the world three great genres of popular music: blues, rock ‘n’ roll, and sweet Southern soul. Led by professional Beale Street musicians and featuring live music, comedy, history, and storytelling, the tour brings this famed musical heritage to life on the nation’s only music bus. Along the way you’ll see such famous landmarks as Sun Studio, Beale Street, Stax Studio, the Lorraine Motel, Cotton Row, Peabody Hotel, Overton Park, and the early homes of Elvis and B.B. King. It’s no accident that legends like Elvis, Johnny Cash, BB King and Otis Redding all got their start in the city known as the Home of the Blues: find out how it all went down on this entertaining tour of Memphis’ greatest hits.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Beale Street
The tour starts and ends on Beale Street - the Home of the Blues - at Alfred's on Beale.
Handy Park
Explanation of how WC Handy became known as the "Father of the Blues."
The Peabody Ducks
History of the South's grand hotel
The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
History of the Cotton Exchange and historic Cotton Row
History and importance of the Mississippi River
History of the Presley family's first real home in Memphis
History of Danny Thomas and St. Jude's
Sun Studio
The birthplace of rock 'n' roll! (Optional admission)
History of Sam Phillips' second recording studio, the successor to "Sun Studio"
Overton Park
Overton Park Shell and the story of Elvis' first concert (short stop is subject to availability and weather)
History of Overton Square and Lafayette's
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Home of Stax Records and Southern soul - Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, the Staples Singers, Booker T & the MGs, and many, many others!
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
Explanation of the 1968 Sanitation Strike and the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
What's included
Included
Local taxes
Admission to Sun Studio (IF OPTION SELECTED)
Guided sightseeing tour
Admission to Stax Museum (IF OPTION SELECTED)
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission to Sun Studio or Stax Museum is NOT included (UNLESS option is selected)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
1,655 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The bus does not have a wheelchair lift, but if you have a collapsible wheelchair and have some mobility, we should have no problem accommodating you. Please contact us in advanced with any additional questions.
- Within a few blocks there are four different parking garages, and several open-air parking lots. The closest garage to our location (just two blocks away) is at 149 Peabody Place between Second Street and BB King Blvd., next to the Hampton Inn. You can try your luck with on-street metered parking, too, on Second Street just south of Beale; on Beale between Front and Second; or along Peabody Place from Front to Fourth Street.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Memphis Mojo Bus Tour take?
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour lasts about 1h 30min–3h. The itinerary has 13 stops.
How much does Memphis Mojo Bus Tour cost?
Prices start at $38 per person for this Memphis experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Memphis Mojo Bus Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 197 Beale St. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Memphis Mojo Bus Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 36 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The bus does not have a wheelchair lift, but if you have a collapsible wheelchair and have some mobility, we should have no problem accommodating you. Please contact us in advanced with any additional questions.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Memphis Mojo Bus Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 1,655 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Backbeat Tours.
Reviews(1,655)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Musical Memphis
Memphis is uniquely connected to several music genres. Experience them all on a tour with a musician-tour guide who plays some of each! Visit locations connected to the musicians. A truly different and delightful tour.
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Awesome
This was an awesome experience and the live entertainment was a major plus. The tour was great and learned some things.
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Fun intro to the city
This was a lot of fun. Brought my parents on a trip to Memphis and this was a fun way to start. The music made it fun!
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Musical Bus Tour
The musician, Davey Ray, made this a most enjoyable experience. His knowledge of the area, history and his musical talents were a cut above. Our driver, Princess, was great too! We would Definitely recommend! The additional stop for a tour of Sun Studios was icing on the cake!
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Music of Memphis
The guide was informative and friendly. I love that she sang songs that went with the tour.
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Great tour!
What a great tour! It should be at the top of your list, when in Memphis! Dave was our tour guide/entertainer. Not only could he sing, he brought the stories to life with his storytelling! Princess did a great job of driving us through the streets of Memphis. There could not be a better way to experience Memphis!
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No real information about...
No real information about sights in Memphis. Just a white old guy playing guitar. He did play some good songs
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Loved it!
Memphis has a great vibe! Loved the music tour with my college girlfriends visiting from out of town. Great introduction to Memphis.
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Fun way to explore some Memphis highlights
A great way to see Memphis...would be cool to have a few more short stops built in for photo ops but the bus driver slowed down enough to get them out the window. It was so informative and a great vibe with an incredible musician getting everyone singing along. It was family friendly too so if you have teens, they would still enjoy this as the lively atmosphere is pretty infectious.
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