Beale Street Experience Audio App Self Guided Walking Tour

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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.

Departure 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.
Return Details
  • 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.
Duration50 minutes - 1 hourLanguages Available
  • Audio guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Beale Street Baptist Church379 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103The 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. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Robert R. Church ParkSouth 4 St, Memphis, TennesseeThe tour takes you to the Robert Church Park, where you'll hear about Robert Church and how he brought musicians and started Beale street. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: W.C. Handy Memphis Home and Museum352 Beale St, , Memphis, TennesseeThe 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.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Old Daisy Theatre329 Beale St, Memphis, TennesseeThe tour stops outside of the Old Daisy, and New Daisy, and you'll hear it's story in history. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Handy Park200 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103The tour goes into Handy Park where you'll hear about the history of the muscians that played here, and W.C. Handy. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Kings Palace Cafe162 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103This iconic joint has great food, and a musical story all its own with Rudy Williams, the Mayor of Beale. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: A. Schwab163 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103Pop into A. Schwabs and see their relics and learn about how they helped to stop the destruction of historic Beale. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Lansky149 Union Ave, At the Peabody Hotel, Memphis, TennesseeThe “Clothier to the King”, this is the shop that helped Elvis get his iconic look, and has a story forever linked to Elvis. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Elvis Statue115 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103Elvis, the King of Rock and Roll. You'll see his statue. learn about his upbringing, his twin, and his rise to fame. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: The Orpheum Theatre203 S Main St, , Memphis, TennesseeThe tour stops outside the Orpheum Theatre, and you'll hear about its historic past. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: B.B. King's Blues Club143 Beale St, , Memphis, TennesseeB.B. King! Discover his story and stop in for a drink after the tour and listen to the Blues! Duration: 5 minutes

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Inclusions
  • Tour of Beale Street on our walking tour app
Exclusions
  • No food, drink or entrance tickets, the whole tour is outside :)
Redemption InstructionsThis 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 headphonesFollow the steps below to take the tourStep 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntoursStep 2: Register an Account or LoginStep 3: Open the Tour Select Memphis as your citySelect the The Beale Street Experience Walking Tour and click it.Click "Enter Experience Code" Enter the Experience Code 'handy2780'Click applyTo 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 info@walkntours.com or text 617-991-3269. Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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