Memphis Self-Guided Clue-Solving Adventure

Step into Memphis history with a twist — this isn’t your typical walking tour. Memphis in Your Pocket: A 90-Minute Mystery Walk is a self-guided adventure right on your phone, blending iconic landmarks with playful clues that lead you from one story to the next.
Start in the heart of Beale Street, where neon lights and blues clubs tell the city’s musical tale, then follow your path past legendary stops like B.B. King’s Blues Club, A. Schwab’s century-old emporium, Silky O’Sullivan’s goats, and the Elvis statue. Along the way, short clues keep you guessing while rich stories bring Memphis to life in a way that feels fun, personal, and unforgettable.

The best part? You control the pace. Linger at a club for live music, stop for a snack, or breeze through the sights — the mystery stays with you until the final reveal at the historic Peabody Hotel, home of the world-famous ducks.

It’s part scavenger hunt, part storytelling journey, and all Memphis!

Meeting Point

The Peabody Memphis

149 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, USA

This is the landmark where your self-guided digital tour begins. Please arrive at this location to launch your experience using your QR code or link.

What's included:

• ️Digital tour experience—start anytime, pause anytime

Not included:

• Transportation to or from the starting location
• Live guide (this is a self-guided experience)
• Mobile device or internet access (you will need your own smartphone or tablet to follow the tour)

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Beale Street

, , Memphis, 38103, Tennessee

Beale Street Experience, Memphis, TN
Step into the legendary heart of Memphis on Beale Street, where music, culture, and history come alive. This vibrant corridor is packed with blues clubs, historic venues, colorful shops, and iconic neon signs. Along the way, you’ll uncover stories of famous musicians, spot landmarks that shaped Memphis music, and enjoy a mix of local cuisine and sights that make this street unforgettable.

1 hour

B.B. King's Blues Club

143 Beale St, , Memphis, 38103-3713, Tennessee

Named after the legendary King of the Blues, this vibrant venue embodies the soul of Beale Street. With neon lights glowing outside and live music often spilling into the street, it’s the perfect place to set the tone for your Memphis adventure. Even if you don’t step inside, you’ll feel the energy of a city built on rhythm and blues.

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A. Schwab

163 Beale St, Memphis, 38103-3713, Tennessee

Step back in time at this quirky emporium that has been serving Memphis since 1876. Part museum, part general store, A. Schwab is packed with unique souvenirs, old-fashioned sodas, and curiosities you won’t find anywhere else. It’s one of Beale Street’s true treasures and a reminder of the street’s rich past.

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Withers Collection Museum & Gallery

333 Beale St, Memphis, 38103-3135, Tennessee

Located in a historic building on Beale, this museum preserves the legacy of Dr. Ernest Withers, the photographer who documented the civil rights movement, Memphis musicians, and everyday life. His iconic images make this stop a powerful reminder that Beale Street’s story is cultural as well as musical.

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Handy Park

200 Beale St, , Memphis, 38103-3716, Tennessee

Named for W.C. Handy, the “Father of the Blues,” Handy Park is more than just green space. It’s a monument to the man who turned Memphis into the capital of the blues. A statue of Handy sits at its center, horn in hand, reminding visitors that this was the street where his compositions first took shape. Today, the park often hosts live music on its open-air stage, carrying his legacy forward. As you stand here, imagine the sound of Handy’s band drifting through the air in the early 1900s — and realize you’re standing in the birthplace of a global musical revolution.

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Jerry Lee Lewis’ Cafe & Honky Tonk

310 Beale St, It Is In Memphis TN Not MO, Memphis, 38103-3131, Missouri

Once home to Jerry Lee Lewis’ Honky Tonk, this building now houses The Dock on Beale, a restaurant and music venue that keeps the street’s energy alive. While the name has changed, the connection to the “Great Balls of Fire” legend adds rock ’n’ roll history to your mystery walk.

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Statue of Elvis

Beale St, (at Main Street), Memphis, 38103, Tennessee

Standing tall at the corner of Beale and Main, the Elvis Presley statue honors Memphis’ most famous son. This larger-than-life monument draws fans from all over the world who come to snap a photo with the King of Rock ’n’ Roll. Placed near the Orpheum Theatre and just steps from Beale, the statue marks Elvis’ deep connection to the city where his career began and the music that shaped a generation.

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The Peabody Ducks

149 Union Ave, The Peabody Memphis, Memphis, 38103-2638, Tennessee

Step into the grand lobby of Memphis’ most famous hotel, known far beyond the South for its elegance and charm. But what really steals the show? The Peabody Ducks, who march daily to and from the lobby fountain in a beloved tradition that has delighted visitors for decades. Snap photos, admire the historic architecture, and enjoy a slice of classic Memphis culture in this iconic destination.

15 minutes