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Top spots to see when you come visit Memphis! A mix of food, sights and areas to explore. 

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All the spots I’ve liked or still want to try in Memphis!

Key:
🥡 - haven’t tried
👌 - would go back
👎 - not worth visiting

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Memphis quickly became “home” when I moved to the Grind City for a year in 2016-2017, and then quasi-lived there as a commuter for two years. There was a tangible buzz to the city that I felt in my bones and still feel the moment I cross The Loop to visit. In many ways, I felt my personal growth and healing paralled the city’s resurgence over the last couple of years.

Memphis is a city that doesn’t hide its scars. It truly embodies the slogan of its beloved Grizzlies: Grit and Grind. Memphis is full of creatives and risk-takers. A perfect blend of southern hospitality and big city anonymity. 

Here’s a few of my favorite places to frequent for a day or weekend trip, ranging from upscale meals to hole-in-the-wall soul food. Memphis is indeed on the rise. 

Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of Memphis! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things Memphis for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of:
☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries
🌮 Local cuisine
🏛️ Museums of all kinds
🌳 Gardens & parks
🛏️ Boutique hotels
🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations

All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access!

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Memphis is on the western-most corner of Tennessee, and while it may be known for its incredible BBQ and  rich music history, it's also a great spot for families, which is why I'm eager to share with you the best Memphis day trips for you and your little ones.

In this guide you'll receive itineraries for four themed day trips to Memphis: Arts & Beauty, Play, History, and Science & Nature. Each of these day trips will include morning and afternoon activities, as well as suggestions for nearby coffee shops and restaurants that are family-friendly. You'll also be able to access important info like price of admission, hours, etc.

Worried this info is out-of-date? Fear not! I'll be updating this guide every six months for accuracy, as well as to add new favorites I find along the way.

Best Memphis Day Trips for Families

Memphis’ coffee scene has grown so much in the past few years— here’s some of my favs. 

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Vice & Virtue Coffee

This little hipster cafe in Memphis will show you exactly what the city’s coffee scene is all about. The shop is attached to a boutique bakery called Hustle & Dough, and together they serve some of the best coffee and baked goods in Memphis. 

Hipstery coffee. Have only tried the drip, but it was great. They have pastries and a few toast options. Classic Parisian ham and butter baguette is also great (served W-Sun). 

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