Occupying a spacious location in the southwestern of Tennessee, Memphis is the state’s largest city and much like neighbouring Nashville, is a destination with a reputation built on music. Though Nashville’s country-music scene has earned it the reputation of Tennessee’s musical capital, Memphis is probably more deserving of the title having been responsible for the birth of genres such as blues, rock 'n' roll, and soul.

Leisurely outdoor activities and pursuits with a more frenetic element can both be found in Memphis, giving the city a broad appeal and scope for entertaining visitors of all backgrounds. Paintball Park delivers the goods when it comes to family fun, while sports such as golf and bowling are well represented.

Visitors bound for Memphis are generally well aware of its strong associations with music, with many coming to the city with the primary intention of witnessing some of the sights at the heart of its rich musical history. For fans of Elvis Presley, Graceland and Sun Studio are must-sees, while for soul lovers the Stax Museum is number one of sightseeing itineraries.

Memphis International Airport is the main gateway to the city and is located 14 km from the centre of the city. As Memphis’ only airport, it’s a busy facility that sees plenty of traffic, both domestic and international. Connections are maintained with major EU cities (London included), Canada and Australia. The airport is a major hub for Northwest Airlines.

Banks: 09:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday
Post Offices: 08:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday
Government Offices: 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday
Business Centres: 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday
Shops: 09:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday; large stores and malls usually open from 10:00 to 21:00