Embark on a captivating journey through Memphis, exploring the city's rich African American history and its pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement. This driving sightseeing tour takes you to significant landmarks, monuments, and locations that have shaped the African American experience in Memphis.
Your tour begins with a visit to Slave Haven, a critical stop on the Underground Railroad, followed by the iconic National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, the site where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was tragically assassinated.
As you drive through the city, your knowledgeable guide will share insightful commentary about Memphis's history, from the days of slavery to the Civil Rights Movement, and up to the present day. You'll pass by historic Beale Street, once known as the "Negro Main Street USA," and the Masonic Temple, where Dr. King delivered his final speech, "I've Been to the Mountaintop."
Further, explore the significance of the Clayborn Temple and the Historic Mason Temple, crucial gathering spots during the Civil Rights Movement. This tour offers a unique opportunity to discover the powerful African American history that has shaped Memphis and continues to impact its present and future.