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Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour

4.2 (13 reviews) 50 min – one hour Free cancellation Private tour
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Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
50 min – one hour
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
English
Operated by
WalknTours

Ages: Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Tour of Beale Street on our walking tour app

Not included

  • Not included: No food, drink or entrance tickets, the whole tour is outside :)

Itinerary

  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. 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. W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum

    Passing 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. Old Daisy Theatre

    Passing by

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

  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. 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. 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. 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. 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. The Orpheum Theatre

    Passing by

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

  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!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • 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.

End point

  • The tour ends at the famous BB King Blues Club, you'll hear about the famous BB King, the history of Beale, and how he rose to fame and ended up here.

Using your ticket

This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text 617-991-3269. A copy of your ticket is below.

HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR

*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code 'handy2780'.

*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code 'handy2780'

*It's recommended to use headphones

Follow the steps below to take the tour

Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600

Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours

Step 2: Register an Account or Login

Step 3: Open the Tour

Select Memphis as your city

Select the The Beale Street Experience Walking Tour and click it.

Click "Enter Experience Code"

Enter the Experience Code 'handy2780'

Click apply

To take the Tour:

Go to Beale Street Baptist Church.

Open the tour in the app and click the play button. From there you can put your phone in your pocket and follow your guides instructions.

Have questions? Email us [email protected] or text 617-991-3269.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

4.2 out of 5 · 13 reviews
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