Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour

Beale Street. The home of the Blues. The birthplace of Rock and Roll. It’s one of the most iconic streets in America. This is a location aware tour on our walking tour app. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour never expires. And after taking the tour on location, listen to the remote version anytime to relive the tour. The tour is professionally narrated and infused with music to set the mood. You'll see this historic street and hear the tales of the legends that tore it up and made music history. You’ll hear about Elvis, BB King, The father of Blues W.C. Handy, The mayor of Beale Street Rudy Williams and so many more. Along the way I’ll take you to the best spots to eat, drink and take in a live show.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   5 min

   The tour starts outside the Beale Street Baptist Church, and then walks next door to the Robert Church Park, where you'll hear about the start of Beale Street and discover it's roots.

2. 2

   Robert R. Church Park

   5 min

   The tour takes you to the Robert Church Park, where you'll hear about Robert Church and how he brought musicians and started Beale street.

3. 3

   W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum

   Pass by

   The tour stops outside of the W.C. Handy House Museum and you'll learn the story of the father of the blues, and his life.

4. 4

   Old Daisy Theatre

   Pass by

   The tour stops outside of the Old Daisy, and New Daisy, and you'll hear it's story in history.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   10 min

   The tour goes into Handy Park where you'll hear about the history of the muscians that played here, and W.C. Handy.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   5 min

   This iconic joint has great food, and a musical story all its own with Rudy Williams, the Mayor of Beale.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   5 min

   Pop into A. Schwabs and see their relics and learn about how they helped to stop the destruction of historic Beale.

8. 8

   Lansky

   5 min

   The “Clothier to the King”, this is the shop that helped Elvis get his iconic look, and has a story forever linked to Elvis.

9. 9

   Stop 9

   5 min

   Elvis, the King of Rock and Roll. You'll see his statue. learn about his upbringing, his twin, and his rise to fame.

10. 10

    The Orpheum Theatre

    Pass by

    The tour stops outside the Orpheum Theatre, and you'll hear about its historic past.

11. 11

    B.B. King's Blues Club

    5 min

    B.B. King! Discover his story and stop in for a drink after the tour and listen to the Blues!

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.