Home to the birthplace of blues and rock and roll, put your dancing shoes on when visiting the city of Memphis. This is the city where music legends like Elvis Presley, Otis Redding, B.B. King, and Johnny Cash all made their mark. Today, the city echoes with these artists’ music. At every turn, Memphis is a musical medley. The city is also chock-full of Memphis hotels that are located near all the music-themed venues.
Music on Beale Street
Just stroll down Beale Street’s neon row, and you’ll hear the music romping from restaurants and clubs like the Hard Rock Cafe, Rum Boogie Café, and Silky O’Sullivan’s. Beale Street is serious when it comes to music. Jam sessions at its clubs play late into the night. If you’re there in May, be sure to see the Beale Street Music Festival. Catch major music acts like Snoop Dogg, Wilco, and John Legend right along the picturesque Mississippi River. Beale Street isn’t just about blues and rock and roll either. At the new Daisy Theater, you can catch alternative music from groups like Cat Power, The Strokes, and The Raconteurs.
Complete the Music Medley
To complete the music medley of Memphis, be sure to visit Graceland, the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Sun Studio, and the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. Take a tour of Sun Studio and even sit in on a jam session. View artifacts and memorabilia from the top music stars at the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Roll Museum.
If you don’t have time for all five, a tour of Graceland is a must-do. Walk through the home of Elvis for a one-of-a-kind adventure through this celebrity’s small beginnings to superstardom. There are photos, stage costumes, movie memorabilia, personal mementos, and much more. No trip to Memphis is complete without a stop at Graceland.
Hotels with a Music Flair
Stay at the Days Inn Memphis at Graceland, as it’s right across from the palatial estate of Graceland. For some real rock ‘n’ fun, take a swim in the hotel’s guitar-shaped swimming pool. Rooms also include Internet, microwaves, and refrigerators. The Super 8 Memphis Hotel is just minutes from the Graceland Mansion and the hip Beale Street. As a matter of fact, this hotel offers a free shuttle to Beale Street. At the Springhill Suites by Marriott, you get a great river view along with close proximity to Beale Street and Graceland.
The Best Airline Deals are Music to the Ears
Save money on round-trip tickets so you can worry less and enjoy everything Memphis has to offer. Rock and roll with the best deal. After touching down at the airport, rent a car to get around the city. Like airline fares, make sure you’re getting the best deal so that you haven’t spent all your money before reaching the hotel.
Have you been to Graceland or Beale Street? If so, let me know your experience in the comment section below.
Author Bio: Deb Vanden Heuvel is a freelance writer who focuses on travel articles. She’s also a globetrotter with a lot of first-hand travel experience. She is currently working on the Hipmunk City Love Project.
