Memphis is a vastly underrated city. It's got the three Bs - BBQ, blues, and basketball, and honestly, what more can you ask for? As someone who grew up in the area, here are my favorite things to do in the Bluff City.
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Take home a bag of chips. Or five.
Las Delicias
Campy and nostalgic, this spot is funky and serves up good food.
The Beauty Shop Restaurant
Local craft brewery where all the brews are inspired by songs.
Soul & Spirits Brewery
Get the BBQ nachos.
Central BBQ - Slow Smoked Memphis Style BBQ
Best breakfast in town…and maybe the entire state? Expect a wait.
Brother Juniper's
Is it a sno cone place in the middle of a neighborhood? Yes. Is it amazing? Yes. Order a “supreme” for soft serve in the middle of the sno cone.
Jerry's Snow Cones
A famous burger spot in the city that is known for the toothpicks in the ceiling - and the burger, of course.
Huey's Burger
Get the fish tacos or tortilla soup.
Las Tortugas
Good Southern food - a great place for brunch!
Hog & Hominy
I dream about these peanut butter bars.
Muddy's Bake Shop
Perfect spot for some wine and a charcuterie board.
Grey's Fine Cheeses - Cheese | Charcuterie | Wine Bar
Perfect way to end a night out on Beale Street.
Earnestine & Hazel's
Wonderful breakfast!
Sunrise Memphis
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Arguably the best museum in the country.
National Civil Rights Museum
Wonderful indie bookstore with a nice cafe.
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It's got a store replica of an old Piggly Wiggly - a lot of fun for the kiddos.
Pink Palace Mansion | Museum of Science & History
Museum dedicated to soul music that is powerful and memorable.
Stax Museum
Known as “the Birthplace of Rock’n’roll”
Sun Studio
Go see the Memphis Grizzlies play! They unite the city.
FedExForum - Home of the Memphis Grizzlies
Best record store in a music-focused city.
Shangri La Records
One of the largest urban parks in the U.S., it has a lot to over for outdoor activities.
Shelby Farms Park
Stay
Great location in Overton Square and lots of fun art + a great bar.
Memphian Hotel
A legendary, glamorous hotel with a “parade” of ducks every day.
