Memphis Walking Tour: Exploring Historic Cotton Row
4.8
356 Ratings
Memphis
Discover the captivating history of Memphis on a leisurely walking tour of historic Cotton Row. Explore Court Square, enjoy river views, and hear tales of rebels and bootleggers.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Beale Street - The tour starts on historic Beale Street, the Home of the Blues, at Alfred’s on Beale
  • Court Square - History of one of Memphis’ oldest and most beautiful parks
  • Confederate Park - History of the 1862 Civil War Battle of Memphis
  • The Peabody Ducks - History of the South’s Grand Hotel and the Peabody duck march
  • Mississippi River - History and importance of the Mississippi River
  • General Washburn’s Escape Alley - Civil War history of Memphis
  • WDIA-WHRK Radio Building - History of WDIA, the “Goodwill Station”
  • Barboro Alley - History of yellow fever in Memphis
  • The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange - History of the Cotton Exchange and historic Cotton Row
What's Included
  • Professionally-led tour with an expert guide
  • Inclusive of all local taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Embark on a two-hour on-foot adventure around Memphis, delving into its vibrant past at an unhurried pace. Our journey takes us to the historic Cotton Row and Court Square - the heart of 19th-century Memphis with its breathtaking beauty; soak up the panoramic vistas of the Mississippi River; and listen to captivating stories about Civil War rebels and Prohibition Era smugglers. A part of your journey involves a treasured Memphis tradition, the renowned Duck March at The Peabody Hotel. This tour is tailored to entertain all age groups.

  • Within a few blocks there are four different parking garages, and several open-air parking lots. The closest garage to our location (just two blocks away) is at 149 Peabody Place between Second Street and BB King Blvd., next to the Hampton Inn. You can try your luck with on-street metered parking, too, on Second Street just south of Beale; on Beale between Front and Second; or along Peabody Place from Front to Fourth Street.
Location
Alfred's On Beale
Beale Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Cindy_k
May 28, 2024
Great Tour - Our guide was very knowledgeable and delightful Especially enjoyed the cotton museum…we went back to see more
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James_f
May 27, 2024
Good two hour walk with history. - Nice young lady ( Mary) gave a very good tour. Go early, gets hot and humid here. Worth it! Wish Viator would not ask for more. Done
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Robin_s
May 27, 2024
Worthwhile tour - Chris was a knowledgeable and fun guide! We learned so much about Memphis history. The tour was just the right length.
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Mark_h
May 25, 2024
Informative Tour - My husband and I had ever been to Memphis and were traveling through and decided to do the Guided walking tour. We learned a lot about the history of Memphis. Kate was very informative.
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Terram796
May 25, 2024
Best Birthday Ever! - Mr Larry was great and very informative. We're from the Memphis area and learn a lot. Definitely would recommend to friends and family.
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Wendy_s
May 17, 2024
Charlie rocks - Charlie was a walking encyclopedia of memphis knowledge. Very enjoyable tour. Did this tour more for my husband but I ended up enjoying myself too.
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Dawn
May 13, 2024
Fabulous 👌 - Mary, our tour guide was both knowledgeable and fun! This was a great tour to tell us all we needed to know about downtown Memphis. Mary found us an excellent spot from which to view the cute Peabody ducks too! Thoroughly recommend this tour.
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Victoria_m
May 12, 2024
Interesting walk - Really interesting walk/talk. Some great snippets of history and even how things are changing more recently. The guide ended the walk by giving us restaurant recommendation.
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Mitchlux01
May 11, 2024
Informative and fun! - Informative and fun. Very good way to experience downtown Memphis, including Beale Street and the riverfront. Also the duck march at the Peabody Hotel.
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Madeleine
May 6, 2024
A good look at old Memphis - Our guide Charley had a nice story to tell and we got a good idea of the history of Downtown Memphis. Highly recommended if you want to know more about the history
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