St. Mary's Catholic Church is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

1. St. Mary's Catholic Church

8.0
155 Market St (at 3rd St), Memphis, TN
Monument · Downtown Memphis · 4 tips and reviews

Anthony T.Anthony Troxel: Visit the Crowne Plaza next door for lunch or dinner. The Buffalo Mac n Cheese and the Not Your Momma's Meatloaf are both GREAT!

Dave L.Dave Lepkowski: Checked out the outside of the church ⛪ By The Way.

Kelly P.Kelly Price: The best place to be at for Mass and the best church!!!

National Civil Rights Museum is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

2. National Civil Rights Museum

9.3
450 Mulberry St (at E Butler Av), Memphis, TN
Museum · Downtown Memphis · 89 tips and reviews

Paula F.Paula Freire: One of the best museums that I've visited! Don't miss the opportunity to come here and learn about black american history.

HISTORYHISTORY: This museum was built around the former Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated on April 4th 1968. Construction of the museum began in 1987 and opened in 1991.

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The Dixon Gallery and Gardens is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

3. The Dixon Gallery and Gardens

9.0
4339 Park Ave, Memphis, TN
Art Gallery · 18 tips and reviews

Elise D.Elise Dillingham: THE BEST museum in Memphis. Visit in April to see the beautiful gardens at their peak

HISTORYHISTORY: This site was acquired by the Dixon family in 1939 & houses famous artists such as Monet .With nearly 600 pieces of tableware and figures, it’s one of the best collections of its kind in the U.S.

Jessica T.Jessica Toliuszis: Are you young, young at heart, love art, appreciate a good party? Join Young at Art! For $100 (or $150 for 2), you get access to some of the best parties in Memphis at the best venue for a whole YEAR!

Woodruff-Fontaine House is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

4. Woodruff-Fontaine House

7.4
680 Adams Ave, Memphis, TN
Monument · Midtown · 4 tips and reviews

Rose L.Rose Lynn: this house was breathtaking and I really enjoyed the tour, a lot of interesting facts!

Tim E.Tim Edwards: I was surprised that there was Victorian homes still in Memphis

City SaverCity Saver: Use your Memphis City Saver coupon to receive one free admission when a second admission of equal or greater value is purchased (up to $10 Value). Limit FOUR passes per group.

Tom Lee Park is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

5. Tom Lee Park

8.8
357 South Riverside Dr., Memphis, TN
Park · Downtown Memphis · 23 tips and reviews

Dave L.Dave Lepkowski: A very good and awesome place to stroll by the mighty Mississippi River By The Way.

HISTORYHISTORY: Named for the African-American river boat worker who heroically saved the lives of 32 passengers aboard the sinking M.E. Norman Steamboat in 1925.

Patrick M.Patrick Mullins: Best ground level view in the city. Water below, both bridges, mud island, downtown, the pyramid and the bluffs behind,

Shelby Farms Park is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

6. Shelby Farms Park

9.4
500 N Pine Lake Dr (at Walnut Grove Rd), Memphis, TN
Park · 54 tips and reviews

Hunter H.Hunter Hill: Great place to go with friends, family, or your pets. Very friendly are with lots to see and lots to do!

Leslie P.Leslie Pyfrom: Please dont litter. The trees are watching... :)

LisaLisa: Get off the pavement and run the Tour de Wolf!

Sun Studio is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

7. Sun Studio

9.3
706 Union Ave (at Marshall Ave), Memphis, TN
Museum · Midtown · 85 tips and reviews

Allison K.Allison Kasic: Grab a drink and hang out at the counter before your tour. The staff is amazing and fun to talk to (most of them are in bands or produce or do other cool stuff).

Memphis TravelMemphis Travel: Cash and the King made it popular, but did you know the first rock 'n' roll song was recorded at Sun by Jackie Breston and the Delta Cats in 1951? "Rocket 88" had Ike Turner on the keyboards.

HISTORYHISTORY: This Studio opened on January 3rd, 1950 & was originally called the Memphis Recording Service. Elvis Presley recorded his first song here.

Statue of Elvis is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

8. Statue of Elvis

8.6
Beale St. (S. Main St), Memphis, TN
Sculpture Garden · Downtown Memphis · 5 tips and reviews

Michael B.Michael B.: This is a nice place 2 go 2 and see a statue of Elvis.

Duane W.Duane Wangenheim: yes very good

Rob Pat T.Rob Pat The Traveling Scholar: Cool statute of the rock n roll n blues legend

Overton Square Entertainment District is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

9. Overton Square Entertainment District

8.4
2157 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN
Arts and Entertainment · Midtown · 7 tips and reviews

Holly W.Holly Whitfield: The main thing to do in the revitalized Overton Square is eat. And drink. Preferably both. Plus shopping, public art, and five theaters (4 drama, 1 movie). Check out my Hot Spot guide on my blog. Read more.

Marcus M.Marcus Mayton: Diverse people.

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: Though no longer the destination it was in the 70s and 80s, Overton Square still has a few great restaurants. Loeb Properties plans to revitalize the area with a grocery store and garage.

Graceland is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

10. Graceland

8.7
3717 Elvis Presley Blvd (btwn Dolan Dr & Colonial Oak Ln), Memphis, TN
Museum · 233 tips and reviews

ᴡ P.ᴡ P.: It's amazing! Well organized tour and kind staff. Everyone gets a iPad for a personal tour. It's only a pity that you're not allowed upstairs.

HISTORYHISTORY: Home of Elvis Presley, it was opened to the public as a museum on June 7th 1982. Second to the White House, this is the most visited private home in the United States at 600,000 visitors a year.

Merrill O.Merrill O'Ryan: Stick to the House Tour, Car Exhibit and the Lisa Marie Plane Exhibit. All the other exhibits are just attempts to suck you into multiple Gift Shops

Peabody Place is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

11. Peabody Place

7.7
150 Peabody Pl, Memphis, TN
Shopping Mall · Downtown Memphis · 1 tip

Clint B.Clint Beilke: Can't wait for this to open again.

Slavehaven Underground Railroad Museum is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

12. Slavehaven Underground Railroad Museum

7.5
826 N 2nd St, Memphis, TN
History Museum · Downtown Memphis · 11 tips and reviews

~Roni~~Roni~: Not your average fancy museum but it is very rich in history. Contrary to the website, it is open year-round. Best time to visit is February through March when they offer new exhibits & artifacts.

Sam D.Sam Davis: The museum may look underwhelming from the outside, but the tour was incredibly interactive and informative. Don't let the bigger museums in Memphis overshadow this gem.

Gary M.Gary Martinson: do not miss this place!

Clark Opera Memphis Center is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

13. Clark Opera Memphis Center

7.2
6745 Wolf River Pkwy, Memphis, TN
Opera House · 4 tips and reviews

Mahaffey Tent and Party RentalsMahaffey Tent and Party Rentals: best kept secret for event venues in Memphis! Read more.

Jonathan M. E.Jonathan M. Ealy: Having an event? Call Jonathan @ 901.257.3100 & set up an appointment to see the facility! You'll be glad you did!

John M.John Mathewson: I recommend Catering for U for all your catering needs!!

Pink Palace Museum and Planetarium is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

14. Pink Palace Museum and Planetarium

8.3
3050 Central Ave (Lafayette St), Memphis, TN
Science Museum · 46 tips and reviews

Kerry C.Kerry Crawford: the Enchanted Forest is not to be missed at the Holidays. it's super retro and super cute.

Kerry C.Kerry Crawford: The Pink Palace is a great overview of the Mid-South's natural and cultural history. Be sure to check out the miniature circus and the model Piggly Wiggly on the second floor.

Reese M.Reese Mitchell: One cool Museum. The actual home of the creator of the grocery Piggly Wiggly. Great family outing.

Mud Island River Park is one of The 15 Best Monuments in Memphis.

15. Mud Island River Park

8.0
125 N Front St, Memphis, TN
Park · Downtown Memphis · 27 tips and reviews

Sean J.Sean Jackson: Awesome Museum, great model of the river, frankly just a fun place.

Mud Island River ParkMud Island River Park: Stroll along the one-of-a-kind Riverwalk model or take the Guided Riverwalk Tour!

Mud Island River ParkMud Island River Park: Take a ride on the monorail or enjoy the view from the walkbridge. Read more.