5 Days Exploring Memphis Tennessee Itinerary

Begin your second day with a visit to the National Civil Rights Museum. This museum is located at the former Lorraine Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated, and offers an in-depth look at the American civil rights movement. Enjoy breakfast at Arcade Restaurant, one of Memphis's oldest diners.

Afterwards, explore Victorian Village, a historic district featuring grand 19th-century homes. Take a guided tour of these beautifully preserved mansions to get a glimpse into Memphis's past. For lunch, head over to The Beauty Shop, which offers eclectic dishes in a unique setting.

In the evening, catch a show at the historic Memphis Orpheum Theater. This theater hosts Broadway shows, concerts, and other performances throughout the year. Before the show, enjoy dinner at Felicia Suzanne's, known for its contemporary Southern cuisine.

Kick off your third day with a visit to the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. This museum celebrates American soul music and features exhibits on artists like Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes. Have breakfast at Bryant's Breakfast, famous for its biscuits and gravy.

Next up is a trip to Overton Park, which includes attractions like the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and Levitt Shell amphitheater. It's an excellent spot for both relaxation and cultural enrichment. Grab lunch at Cafe Eclectic, offering fresh sandwiches and coffee.

Conclude your day with some retail therapy at Lansky at the Peabody, known as "Clothier to The King" because Elvis Presley shopped here frequently. Enjoy dinner at The Majestic Grille, which serves classic American fare in an old movie theater setting.

Start your fourth day by visiting the beautiful outdoor space of Mud Island River Park. The park offers stunning views of downtown Memphis and has pedal boats you can rent for some fun on the water. Have breakfast at Blue Plate Cafe, which serves traditional Southern breakfasts.

Afterward, make your way to see one-of-a-kind exhibits at the interactive science museum known as  Museum of Science & History. It's perfect for both kids and adults who are curious about natural history and science topics! Stop by for lunch nearby at Lunchbox Eats for comfort food served creatively!

In evening head towards Handy Park[18067] where you can experience live blues music under open sky! Follow it up with dinner reservations made ahead time if possible given popularity among locals themselves too - try out something new tonight such as fusion cuisine offered exclusively only here locally sourced ingredients used primarily: check out menu options available from chef himself prepared fresh daily basis @ restaurant named: Paulette’s Restaurant

On last morning take leisurely walk around beautiful green space called:  { A-Court Square[18072]} , it's great place relax before heading back home later today; enjoy final meal together @ cafe nearby : highly recommended spot among locals alike due quality service provided consistently over years now: try out brunch menu items offered exclusively only weekends usually but worth wait definitely : check out offerings available from chef himself prepared fresh daily basis @ cafe named :                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           { R-Sunrise Memphis }

In afternoon explore another historical landmark situated right heart city itself called:  { A-Woodruff-Fontaine House Museum[25514]} , it's great place learn more about local history while admiring architecture style prevalent during era when built originally ; grab quick bite nearby afterwards if feeling peckish still despite earlier brunch perhaps try something light yet satisfying enough keep going rest day ahead without feeling too full afterwards either way though definitely worth checking out offerings available from chef himself prepared fresh daily basis @ deli named :  { R-Elliot’s Deli & Pub }

Finally wrap up trip memorable note attending basketball game played hometown team itself none other than:  { A-Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game Ticket[537740]} , it's great way end journey experiencing excitement live sports event firsthand cheering alongside fellow fans equally passionate about supporting their team till very end no matter what outcome may be ultimately though still fun overall regardless outcome either way though definitely worth checking out offerings available from chef himself prepared fresh daily basis @ sports bar named :  { R-Huey’s Downtown }