cool shore excursions®
Top activities
Top landmarks
Trip ideas
Nearby places
  • Tours by category
  • Tours by accessibility
  • Tours by feature
  • Tours by time
  • Tours by the numbers
  • Top attractions
  • Memphis travel guides
  • Memphis travel calendar
  • Tours in nearby places
  • Explore Tennessee tours
Language $Currency
Port schedule
Login / Sign up
Bookings
Bookings
Wallet
$0.00
Wishlists
Wishlists
Cool Rewards Rewards
Gift cards
Profile
Help Center
Language
Log out
Start your search
Change your search
Place or activity
Select Dates
You booked this experience
You're departing on
Google Calendar
Apple Calendar
Microsoft Outlook
Make your trip unforgettable

Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

8 Reviews 3.75 out of 5 stars Based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Memphis, USA
Book online or call us

from $9.75 per person

Lowest Price Guarantee
lorraine hotel balcony
Mural
Gus's chicken
Lorraine Hote
I am a man mural
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.
1 to 2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Instant confirmation

Overview

Our tour will take you through the heart of Memphis, exploring the intertwined stories of civil rights, segregation, and the unifying power of music that shaped this remarkable city. Go at your own pace, our smartphone guided tours is location aware and plays as you walk automatically. Stop and grab a drink, or chicken at Gus's, then continue anytime. It's infused with music to set the theme. The tour never expires. And listen again anytime after the on location tour.

What's Included

  • Listen again after the on location tour anytime.
  • Go at your own pace anytime, 24/7/365. The tour never expires.
  • Civil Rights themed tour in Memphis on our walking tour app
  • No Food, admission or human guide, the tour is all outside and on our walking tour app
See 1 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

143 Beale Street
Memphis, TN 38103, USA

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

450 Mulberry Street
Memphis, TN 38103, USA

The tour ends at the Lorraine Motel at the balcony where MLK Jr. was shot. You'll hear the story of MLK, that day, and what he was fighting for.

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

B.B. King's Blues Club (pass by)

The tour starts outside of the B.B. King blues club where you'll hear how B.B. King and the blues played a part in the civil rights movement. then you'll be guided through Memphis to the historic sites and food joints of linked to civil rights history.
Read more

Statue of Elvis

You'll hear the story of Elvis growing up, the music and how the crossed cultures.
Read more

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Orpheum Theatre (pass by)

The Orpheum, like many places in the south, followed Jim Crow laws with segregated lobbies and balconies. Hear the story of Jim Crow, and how the Orpheum played a role in the movement.
Read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Food builds bridges, and Gus's played that role serving the best chicken, hear the story of how it brought people together.
Read more

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Green Beetle

The tour stops outside the Green Beetle, a joint that played a role in serving everyone, including the greats like Elvis.
Read more

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

I am a Man Mural

This mural tells the story of a protest the fought for Civil Rights. It's the reason MLK came to Memphis. And the movement changed history.
Read more

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Blues Hall of Fame Museum (pass by)

The tour stops outside the Blues hall of fame where you'll hear it's impact on culture.
Read more

Facing History and Ourselves

The mural depicts the hero's of the Civil Rights movement in Memphis, you'll hear about these heros and how they changed the world.
Read more

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel (pass by)

The tour ends at the Lorraine Motel at the balcony where MLK Jr. was shot. You'll hear the story of MLK, that day, and what he was fighting for.
Read more

Downtown Memphis

The tour walks through the streets of Memphis stopping at the historic sites linked to the Civil Rights movement. You'll hear about MLK, local leaders, blues legends and how they changed the world.
Read more

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Show 9 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-222222P134

Traveler Photos

Reviews

3.75
8 reviews

Average 3.75 out of 5 stars based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
4
4 stars
2
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
2
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.
Memphis Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
View more
View more

Similar Tours & Activities

Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
4.7 (1,834)

Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options

Memphis City Sightseeing Tour See top Memphis attractions on this narrated sightseeing tour that takes you along the Mississippi River. Pass Victorian homes, historical statues...

2 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,834)
from
$45
Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour
4.3 (12)

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...

50 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (12)
from
$8
Memphis Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide
5.0 (3)

Memphis Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Memphis holds rich music and cultural history that can be tricky to navigate alone. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a...

2 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$69
Taste of Downtown Memphis Food Tour
4.9 (977)

Taste of Downtown Memphis Food Tour

There’s no better way to get acquainted with Memphis than by tasting some of its most acclaimed foods.  You’ll sample the very best of Memphis cuisine from BBQ...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (977)
from
$85
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options

Memphis City Sightseeing Tour See top Memphis attractions on this narrated sightseeing tour that takes you along the Mississippi River. Pass Victorian homes, historical statues …More

4.7 (1,834)

Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options

4.7 (1,834)

Memphis City Sightseeing Tour See top Memphis attractions on this narrated sightseeing tour that takes you along the Mississippi River. Pass Victorian homes, historical statues...

2 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,834)
from
$45
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 …More

4.3 (12)

Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour

4.3 (12)

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...

50 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (12)
from
$8
Memphis Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Memphis holds rich music and cultural history that can be tricky to navigate alone. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a …More

5.0 (3)

Memphis Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

5.0 (3)

Memphis holds rich music and cultural history that can be tricky to navigate alone. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a...

2 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$69
Taste of Downtown Memphis Food Tour

There’s no better way to get acquainted with Memphis than by tasting some of its most acclaimed foods.  You’ll sample the very best of Memphis cuisine from BBQ …More

4.9 (977)

Taste of Downtown Memphis Food Tour

4.9 (977)

There’s no better way to get acquainted with Memphis than by tasting some of its most acclaimed foods.  You’ll sample the very best of Memphis cuisine from BBQ...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (977)
from
$85

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
4.8 (1,649)

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

The Mojo Tour is a unique, high-energy musical tour of Memphis, a city that’s given the world three great genres of popular music: blues, rock...

90 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,649)
from
$38
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
4.7 (1,834)

Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options

Memphis City Sightseeing Tour See top Memphis attractions on this narrated sightseeing tour that takes you along the Mississippi River. Pass Victorian homes, historical statues...

2 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,834)
from
$45
Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour
4.6 (854)

Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour

Enjoy the darker side of Memphis and hear tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by professional storytellers. The city’s South Main Historic District...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (854)
from
$30
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
4.6 (598)

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

This combo tour will help you experience all Memphis has to offer. Our professional humorous guides will help you discover downtown Memphis and the Mississippi...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (598)
from
$95
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

The Mojo Tour is a unique, high-energy musical tour of Memphis, a city that’s given the world three great genres of popular music: blues, rock …More

4.8 (1,649)

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

4.8 (1,649)

The Mojo Tour is a unique, high-energy musical tour of Memphis, a city that’s given the world three great genres of popular music: blues, rock...

90 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,649)
from
$38
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options

Memphis City Sightseeing Tour See top Memphis attractions on this narrated sightseeing tour that takes you along the Mississippi River. Pass Victorian homes, historical statues …More

4.7 (1,834)

Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options

4.7 (1,834)

Memphis City Sightseeing Tour See top Memphis attractions on this narrated sightseeing tour that takes you along the Mississippi River. Pass Victorian homes, historical statues...

2 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,834)
from
$45
Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour

Enjoy the darker side of Memphis and hear tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by professional storytellers. The city’s South Main Historic District …More

4.6 (854)

Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour

4.6 (854)

Enjoy the darker side of Memphis and hear tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by professional storytellers. The city’s South Main Historic District...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (854)
from
$30
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

This combo tour will help you experience all Memphis has to offer. Our professional humorous guides will help you discover downtown Memphis and the Mississippi …More

4.6 (598)

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

4.6 (598)

This combo tour will help you experience all Memphis has to offer. Our professional humorous guides will help you discover downtown Memphis and the Mississippi...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (598)
from
$95

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Activity name

The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.

Filter by:

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Listen again after the on location tour anytime.
  • Go at your own pace anytime, 24/7/365. The tour never expires.
  • Civil Rights themed tour in Memphis on our walking tour app.
The following is NOT included:
  • No Food, admission or human guide, the tour is all outside and on our walking tour app.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Listen again after the on location tour anytime.
  • Go at your own pace anytime, 24/7/365. The tour never expires.
  • Civil Rights themed tour in Memphis on our walking tour app
  • No Food, admission or human guide, the tour is all outside and on our walking tour app

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Report Product Issue

Activity name