Most reviewed Speciality Museums in Memphis

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1. 4.5 Graceland (19.9k reviews)
   - We were somewhat disappointed with the professionalism of the staff
   Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Speciality Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   The Graceland mansion, Elvis Presley’s home, offers a glimpse into the life of the one and only King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Take a peek at Elvis’ collection of custom jets and don’t miss the Elvis Presley’s Memphis—an exhibit complex which includes an automobile museum and the world’s largest and most comprehensive Elvis museum. You can pick up an interactive audio and video guide for a self-guided tour of Graceland at your own pace. Don’t forget to visit the variety of themed diners and bars in the area to complete your Graceland experience. – Tripadvisor See more..
   
2. 4.5 Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum (2.363 reviews) from $11.00
   - Small but a lot of great sound bites
   Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
   
   
   Chronicling the artists and the music that shaped the legacy of "Memphis Sound," this museum features the Smithsonian's "Rock 'n' Roll: Social Crossroads" exhibition. See more..
   
3. 4.5 Stax Museum of American Soul Music (2.139 reviews)
   - A quick add to any Memphis Trip
   Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Educational sites
   
   
   The Stax Museum of American Soul Music, is a 17,000 square-foot museum offering interactive exhibits, videos, vintage musical instruments used to create the Stax sound, stage costumes, photographs, records, and approximately 3,000 other items of memorabilia that tell the unique story, from beginning to present, of American soul music, particularly that of Stax Records and the Memphis Sound.Artists highlighted include Isaac Hayes, Otis Redding, the Staple Singers, the Bar-Kays, Booker T. & the MGs, Johnnie Taylor, Little Milton, Sam & Dave, Eddie Floyd, Rufus and Carla Thomas, Al Green, Aretha Franklin, Ike & Tina Turner, James Brown, Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, and hundreds of others. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have special safety precautions in place, such as mandatory mask-wearing for all employees and guests, social distancing, no large groups, and, for now, cashless transactions only. See more..
   
4. 4.5 Metal Museum (330 reviews)
   - Very impressive works of art in a one of a kind museum! Loved the creativity on display!
   Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
   
   
   The Metal Museum in Memphis, Tennessee is the only museum of its kind in the United Sates. It is located on 3.2 acres of land directly overlooking the Mississippi River, just south of Downtown Memphis. On the grounds you will find a Sculpture Garden, a fully functioning Blacksmith Shop and Foundry, the Library which holds a Learning Space and works from the permanent collection, and the main Museum which houses rotating exhibitions. The Metal Museum is devoted exclusively to preserving, promoting, and advancing the art and craft of fine metal work. This is achieved through exhibitions, collections, studio practice, and community education and engagement. The value of the Metal Museum extends well beyond its exhibitions and facilities by recognizing and promoting the careers of living artists. See more..
   
5. 4.5 Fire Museum of Memphis (194 reviews)
   - unexpected gem!
   Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
   
   
   Memphis' Hottest Attraction!!! America’s premier interactive fire museum is in the legendary Fire Engine House No. 1 in downtown Memphis. Step back in time to a turn-of-the-century firehouse. Fight the flames of a burning skyscraper from a snorkel basket simulator. Take a look at the horse-drawn era of firefighting from the horse’s perspective! Test your ability to find an escape route to survive a fire. Feel the heat of the FEDEX Fire Room. Learn about the most devastating fires in the history of Memphis. Discover the proud history of Memphis’ first African-American firefighters. And many more hot attractions! See more..
   
6. 5.0 Edge Motor Museum (55 reviews)
   - Great vintage car museum!
   Tuesday: 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Art Museums • History Museums
   
   
   The Edge Motor Museum, Memphis’ only auto museum, highlights the rise and fall of the American sports car from “postwar to ‘74” in an exhibit called American Speed. Located just 600 feet west of Sun Studio, the museum is a short 2 minute walk down the street and features cars from the same era(s) that Sun highlights so well on their tours. See more..