One of the joys of Memphis is the sheer number of attractions and museums that are packed into the center of town making them easily accessible to visitors.However, within easy reach of Memphis are gems and attractions that reflect the district's rich heritage and the personalities of those who have shaped its history. Here are some of the top tourist attractions, sights and things to do nearby Memphis.
Peabody Place (8.00 MI) : Peabody Place is at the center of everything that is downtown Memphis. Dining. Shopping. Entertainment. You’ll find it all at Peabody Place. Surrounded by key attractions such as The Peabody Hotel, Beale Street, Fed Ex Forum, the Orpheum Theater and AutoZone Park, you’ll find fun at every turn!
Pyramid Arena (8.00 MI) : The Pyramid Arena in downtown Memphis has been a focal point on the city's skyline since 1991. Though it was a controversial architectural undertaking at the time, most Memphians have come to accept, if not appreciate, the Pyramid. Since 2005, the arena has been used less and less as the FedEx Forum has become the Memphis venue of choice.
Liberty Bowl (7.00 MI) : The Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium was opened in 1965 as a single-purpose football stadium. A synthetic-turf facility, seating 62,000, the stadium is the home field for the University of Memphis football team, AutoZone Liberty Bowl, Southern Heritage Classic, and occasional concerts.
Cannon Performing Arts Center (10.00 MI) : The world-class Cannon Center for the Performing Arts officially opened to rave reviews in January 2003. The 2,100-seat multi-purpose facility is the home of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and hosts a multitude of other events including ballet, opera, pop and jazz concerts, touring theatrical productions, children's theater and general sessions for conventions in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
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