See what the experts are saying about Memphis. Get expert advice on how to get there, what to see and more.
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Introduction
Bordered on the south by the state of Mississippi and on the west by the river of the same name, the City on the Bluffs has long been spreading eastward, taking in more and more of Shelby County. Hot and humid in July and August, Memphis deli... Continue reading »
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History
The sprawling metropolis of Memphis is a city born out of its geographic location. Like most cities along the Mississippi River, the area was a major stop-off point for transporting goods. However, with the introduction of the railroad dissec... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Memphis, despite its geographic location in the center of the United States, has never been a conventional city. As a result, Memphis lacks the typical concentration of high-rise buildings, and high-end hotels in its downtown area. On the pos... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
If you have not been to Memphis in the last ten years, you might be surprised by the changes in the range and type of dining available. A boom in immigration, especially from south of the border, combined with a surge in downtown development,... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
It is often said that Memphis is the city most often mentioned in popular songs. Whether or not that statement is true, the city does have an indisputably rich music history. As "Home of the Blues and Elvis Presley," Memphis has also given bi... Continue reading »
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Tours
While Memphis has had a long and varied history, visitors may get the initial impression that nothing ever happened here that didn't involve Elvis Presley! However, visitors will find museums, historical sites and exhibits, and cultural activ... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There Air Memphis International Airport (MSCAA) +1 773 686 2200 http://www.memphisairport.org/ MSCAA is located three miles from downtown and houses the following airlines: Continental (+1 800 525 0280 / http://www.con... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Memphis State: Tennessee Country:United States Memphis by the Numbers: Population: 648,882 Elevation: 331 feet Average Annual Rainfall: 48 inches Average Annual Snowfall: 5.3 inches Average January Temperature: 27 degrees F Average July... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Memphis spawned several of the most important musical forms of the 20th century, yet Nashville stole the Tennessee limelight with its country music. Ask the average American what makes Memphis special, and he or she might be able to tell you... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Remembering Reverend Martin Luther King from the Balcony of the Lorraine Motel: Mournful gospel hymns play softly in the background as visitors approach the place where the civil rights leader was assassinated in 1968. This is the conclusion... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Best Dining Bets Best Spot for a Romantic Dinner: If you feel like playing prince or princess for a night, there's no more romantic place to do so than amid the palatial surroundings of Chez Philippe, 149 Union Ave. (tel. 901/529-4188), at... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
Best Historic Hotel: Even if The Peabody Memphis, 149 Union Ave. (tel. 800/PEABODY or 901/529-4000), weren't the only historic hotel in the city, it would likely still be the best. From the classic lobby to the excellent restaurants, and from... Continue reading »
Real traveler experience in Memphis
Top Memphis Deals
Popular Memphis Hotels
- Peabody Hotel
- Hilton Memphis
- Embassy Suites Memphis
- Days Inn Memphis at Graceland
- Holiday Inn Select Memphis Airport
- Madison Hotel
- Comfort Inn Downtown
- Holiday Inn
- Marriott Memphis Downtown
- Doubletree Hotel Memphis
