It’s the home of the blues, soul and all things musical. Memphis is a historically significant and dynamic city that welcomes people from all walks of life with its vivacious energy. Quirky in nature and chock full of activities catering to various interests, there’s much to do in this vibrant city. Upon arriving in Memphis International Airport, pick up your Hertz car rental and drive off to a wondrous and exhilarating vacation.
This is a lively city where rock ‘n’ roll, soul and blues were born. Learn more about this rich and colourful history at the Stax Museum of American Soul, Blues Hall of Fame or the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. Fun fact: The iconic Elvis Presley was born in this very city! Head down in your Memphis car rental to Graceland to find out more about his influences and what inspired his music. Visitors are sure to always find a tune somewhere, be it along the streets or at a theatre. It is in Memphis where your musical side comes alive.
Memphis mid-town is also a hotbed for juke joints, art galleries and cafes. Unleash the artist in you and be awe-inspired as you stroll through the Broad Avenue Arts District in search of one of a kind, artsy souvenir or drive your Memphis car rental to Crosstown Concourse for a laid back afternoon of art, scrumptious food and a good cuppa.
No visit to Memphis is complete without going on a food crawl. Beat that jet-lag as you sink your teeth into fall-off-the-bone barbeque at the numerous joints that are around the city. Drive your Memphis car rental over to Jerry's Sno Conesfor a snow cone to beat the heat or dig into some scrumptious soul food. If visitors are looking for more food options, travel in your car rental to Memphis’ Summer Avenue - a food mecca that is sure to have something for your appetite.
This intriguing gem of a city has its quirky-side that should not be missed. Drive your car rental down to Peabody Hotel. Upon stepping into this fine establishment, visitors would begin to understand that this place has a serious obsession with ducks. It’s a crowd pleaser when a red carpet is rolled out for adorable ducks to waddle across the lobby from the elevator and into the marble fountain of the hotel. Peabody Hotel also throws the best rooftop parties in town so bask in the evening sky as you enjoy a night of delicious food, dance and of course, music.
Visitors should take a mandatory visit to The National Civil Rights Museum. Located at the Lorraine Motel where Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated, this museum explains all the episodes in the civil rights movement. Understand the fight for equality and learn more about this eye-opening and vital part of American history before returning your Hertz rental car at Memphis International Airport before your departure.
Memphis is one of a kind city - with its magnetic and eclectic nature, it’s no wonder visitors are drawn to this place. This city beckons you!