Memphis Destination Planning Guide

memph is zoo MarCh of the peaBodY duCKs www.peabodymemphis.com 901-529-4000 fax: 901-529-3600 If it looks like a duck, and it quacks like a duck, it must be in the lobby of one of the most elegant hotels in the South. Every day at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., catch a one-of-a-kind promenade as the world famous Peabody Ducks make their way from the elevator to the majestic fountain in the lobby of the Peabody Hotel. liChterMan nature Center www.memphismuseums.org 901-767-7322 | fax: 901-682-3050 The lush gardens of this 65-acre complex in the heart of metropolitan Memphis are home to a wide variety of plants, birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals, as well as a meadow, a threestory-high forest boardwalk and a lake with an underwater viewing area. The indoor Visitor Center also houses several educational exhibits. • Guided tours and educational presentations are available for groups with advance reservations • Suggested tour time: 1 ½ hours fire MuseuM of MeMphis www.firemuseum.com | 901-320-5650 | fax: 901-529-8422 Stop, drop and roll on into the Fire Museum of Memphis for a history of local firefighting, educational exhibits and fire safety made fun. Tour highlights include a fully restored, 1900’s-era fire engine, antique badges, helmets and lanterns, a fire pole kids can slide down, Ol’ Billy—a life-sized, robotic, talking horse—and a beautifully sculptured memorial that pays tribute to Memphis firefighters who died in their heroic line of duty. • Suggested tour time: 1 hour MeMphis riverBoats, inC. www.memphisriverboats.net | 901-527-Boat | 800-221-6197 Memphis owes much of its character, charm and unique history to its location on the Mississippi River. So what better way to experience the Mississippi than in historic fashion on the Memphis Riverboats. From sightseeing to dinner cruises, special events to private charters, these large paddlewheel showboats offer a fantastic view of Downtown Memphis. • Sightseeing: 1.5 hours • Dinner cruise: 2 hours • Guides Available MeMphis Motorsports parK www.memphismotorsportspark.com | 901-358-7223 | fax: 901-358-7274 One of the most popular and versatile race facilities in the country, this 400-acre complex hosts a variety of events, including the NHRA’s Mid-South Nationals, as well as NASCAR Busch Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series racing. • Tickets: (866) 40 SPEED 15 http://www.peabodymemphis.com http://www.memphismuseums.org http://www.firemuseum.com http://www.memphisriverboats.net http://www.memphismotorsportspark.com

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Memphis Destination Planning Guide Contents Themed Itineraries Annual Events Meeting and Convention Services Memphis CVB Sales Staff Convention Facilities Hotels and Lodging Meeting/Event Planners Hotels and Lodging Tour/Travel Planners Attractions Dining Shopping Sports and Recreation Stages, Arenas and Entertainment Venues Theater and Performing Arts Sightseeing and Tour Services Around Town Transportation Airlines Business Services City Map Downtown Map

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