Memphis’ Best Places to Visit:
The top rated Places to Visit in Memphis, TN are:
- Shelby Farms Park – is one of the largest urban parks in the country
- Memphis Botanic Garden – provides beautiful scenic spots for visitors to enjoy
- Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic Art – houses the largest collection of Asian art
- Dixon Gallery & Gardens – is a fine art museum and public garden
- Children’s Museum of Memphis – a museum focusing on children’s development through exhibits
Shelby Farms Park
Shelby Farms Park is one of the country’s largest urban parks, serving as a bustling community center as well as a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life. Shelby Farms Park has about 40 miles of paved and unpaved paths that are great for running, walking, hiking and biking. Shelby Farms Greenline, a famous 10-mile paved cycling and pedestrian trail that connects the heart of Memphis to the heart of Cordova through Shelby Farms Park, is part of the Park’s trail network.
There are more than 20 bodies of water in the park, providing ample fishing opportunities. Shelby Farms Park is unique, and it makes an excellent venue for special gatherings.
Products/Services:
Fishing, Board Rentals, Water Play Sprayground, Trails, Bike Rentals, and More
LOCATION:
Address: 6903 Great View Dr N, Memphis, TN 38134
Phone: (901) 222-7275
Website: www.shelbyfarmspark.org
REVIEWS:
“Beautifully maintained park. There are many walking/riding paths, form a loop around the lake to ones that wind through the park. One of the best features is the Coastal Fish Co. A fantastic restaurant that sits by the water with outdoor seating giving you a wonderful view, especially of the sunset. The food is also amazing. I brought my bike there several times and found different routes to ride. They also have an Mtb trail as well.” – Joseph C.
Memphis Botanic Garden
Memphis Botanic Garden is a great location to create and learn about the benefits of spending time outside. With its iconic red drum bridge and unique cultural elements, the famed Seijaku-en, Japanese Garden of Tranquility, is a popular attraction. Their herb garden is one of the largest in the country, and it provides unique programming and visitor opportunities. The Sculpture Garden and Rose Garden, both of which provide stunning settings for tourists as well as attractive sites for special events and weddings, were recently renovated by Memphis Botanic Garden.
The Memphis Botanic Garden spans 96 acres and features a variety of large and small indoor event rooms. Groups ranging in size from 2 to 600 can be accommodated. Memphis Botanic Garden has the right area for an intimate wedding ceremony, a lavish reception, a corporate retreat, a life celebration, or a family reunion. When it comes to preparing an event, your only restriction is your imagination.
Products/Services:
Weddings & Receptions, Corporate Events, Rehearsal Dinners
LOCATION:
Address: 750 Cherry Rd, Memphis, TN 38117
Phone: (901) 636-4100
Website: www.mbgrentals.com
REVIEWS:
“Children would love the Big Backyard. You may even spy a chipmunk scurrying on the grounds. Birthday parties are available here, so be sure to ask about them. Make plans to attend and appreciate the beauty within the center of Memphis.” – Karren M.
Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic Art
Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic Art first opened its doors in 1998 and consisted of three modest rooms. The museum has grown over the years and presently offers 24,000 square feet of exhibition space and approximately 1,400 artifacts. Originally the private collection of local businessman Jack A. Belz and his wife, Marilyn, the majority of the objects on exhibit were donated to the museum’s foundation.
The Belz Museum features five permanent display galleries: three Asian, one Judaic, and one dedicated to the Holocaust. The primary Asian collection includes masterpieces from China’s last dynasty, the Qing Dynasty.
Products/Services:
Art Museum
LOCATION:
Address: 119 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103
Phone: (901) 523-2787
Website: www.belzmuseum.org
REVIEWS:
“Amazing art, sculptures, pottery, furniture, and statues here. It is only 5 dollars and you can spend hours just looking at all the beautiful ancient Chinese Art. It’s Memphis’s hidden gem and it’s never crowded. Go here before others start discovering it.” – Sean G.
Dixon Gallery & Gardens
Dixon Gallery & Gardens is a fine art museum and public garden known for its creative and diverse arts and horticulture programs. Hugo and Margaret Dixon founded Dixon Gallery & Gardens in 1976. The Dixon houses a permanent collection of about 2,000 pieces, including Impressionist paintings by French and American artists as well as notable collections of German and English china.
The museum hosts eight to ten exhibitions per year, covering a wide range of topics that appeal to visitors of all ages. Dixon’s seventeen-acre campus is a well-known public garden with formal spaces, woodland tracts, and cutting gardens. The Dixon is a member of Botanical Gardens Conservation International, the American Public Gardens Association, and the American Association of Museums, as well as being accredited by the American Association of Museums.
Products/Services:
Art Museum & Garden
LOCATION:
Address: 4339 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38117
Phone: (901) 761-5250
Website: www.dixon.org
REVIEWS:
“Amazing place to visit. The gardens were larger than expected and the gallery also. It is free for the remainder of 2021, a donation is thanked. Grounds were very kept. Nicky shaded for the hot days, and the a/c is very nice in the gallery. It was in the 90s on our visit. Very friendly staff.” – Anthony D.
Children’s Museum of Memphis
Children’s Museum of Memphis encourages kids to explore, imagine, and create, allowing their minds to grow and expand their horizons. The museum was founded in 1987 as a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of children through displays and programs that promote early learning. From a tornado to a 1909 Dentzel grand carousel to a skyscraper, the Children’s Museum of Memphis provides hands-on interactive exhibits that provide lifelong learning opportunities. Learning is a child’s play at the Children’s Museum of Memphis.
Products/Services:
Children’s Museum
LOCATION:
Address: 2525 Central Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
Phone: (901) 458-2678
Website: www.cmom.com
REVIEWS:
“Fantastic place to bring your children. We took a 3-year-old and a 1-year-old, and they both had a blast. There are so many fun things to do, and everything is well kept. We especially enjoyed the mini grocery store. I would definitely recommend making this a part of your visit to Memphis if you have children.” – Ben T.
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