Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum: Admission & Audio Guide

What Made Memphis the Center of American Music?

You get admission to the Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum with a full audio guide that covers the blues, rock and soul history that built the city. Walk through detailed exhibits at your own speed, listen to over 100 songs that shaped American music, and finish near Beale Street if you want live music afterward. The whole experience is wheelchair accessible with seating available throughout.

Step-by-step itinerary

• Visit Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
• Use audio guide to explore exhibits
• Learn about blues, rock, and soul music
• Walk and enjoy live music on Beale Street

The Experience

What if the sound that changed everything — rock, soul, blues — all came from one city? The Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum sits at the heart of that story, and your admission ticket includes an audio guide that walks you through more than 100 songs as you move through the exhibits. You're not just reading about the pioneers who put Memphis on the map; you're hearing them, which is the whole point when the subject is music.

The museum lays out the complete Memphis music story across detailed displays that trace how blues evolved into rock and soul, and how the city itself shaped the sound. You'll move through rooms that explain the lives and recordings of the artists who made it happen — the technical side, the cultural moment, the reasons Memphis became what it became. The audio guide anchors each section, so you're not guessing what you're looking at; you're getting context that makes the connection between one era and the next actually land.

Beale Street is a short walk away if you want to hear live music after, which most people do. The museum itself is wheelchair accessible, with benches throughout if you need to sit, and the audio guide means you can move at your own pace without feeling rushed or left behind. No flash photography inside, and they take temperatures at entry, so plan for that small step.

What’s included

Your admission includes entry to the Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum and a full audio guide with over 100 songs that accompany the exhibits on blues, rock and soul music history. The museum is wheelchair accessible with benches throughout, and public transportation options are available nearby.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to understand how Memphis became the birthplace of rock and soul without needing a separate guided tour — the audio guide does the explaining as you walk, and the fixed admission means no surprises at the door.

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Top questions

Is the audio guide included in the admission price?

Yes, the audio guide is included with your admission ticket.

Can I take photos inside?

Flash photography is not allowed. Standard photography without flash is typically permitted, but check at entry.

Is the museum wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and wheelchairs are available. Service animals are allowed.

What's nearby after the museum?

Beale Street is close by and is known for live music venues and restaurants.

Are there places to rest inside?

Yes, benches are available throughout the museum for sitting.

Can I bring children?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the museum is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Is food allowed inside?

No food is permitted inside the museum.