Gay Friendly Memphis

Conveniently located in the heart of the mid-south, Memphis’ location and efficient airport make traveling to this gay friendly destination a breeze. Memphis boasts the largest cargo airport in the world and Amtrak railways rolls right in to downtown. Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) boasts a charming historic trolley line running through downtown and the Medical District as well as an efficient bus service that runs throughout the city. For those eager to explore on their own terms and schedules, there are also many car rental agencies available both at the airport and throughout Memphis.

Once you have arrived and gotten settled in the Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll, there is no shortage of adventures to embark upon in this gay friendly city. Memphis is funky, edgy and chock full of unique things to do. With over 60 tourist attractions throughout the city, there is the perfect something for everyone. Graceland, the National Civil Rights Museum and the Gibson Guitar Factory are quickly associated with Memphis, but the list continues.

Gay travelers can cruise the streets in a 1950’s vintage bus on a Backbeat Tour while making your own music or stand in the exact spot Elvis did while recording some of his many hits in Sun Studio, peruse intricate metal artwork at the National Ornamental Metal Museum or stroll through the 96 acres of perfectly groomed grounds at the Memphis Botanic Gardens, take in the Rare Bears at the world famous Memphis Zoo, or explore ancient Native American temple grounds at the Chucalissa Museum. The wide variety of Memphis attractions can occupy days of leisure travel, or provide some much needed time off during a hectic business trip.

Year round, summer or winter, there is always something extra happening in gay friendly Memphis. Elvis tributes reign supreme in August during Elvis Week and in January during his birthday celebrations. The month of May is dedicated to celebrating Memphis in May, a cultural celebration held in downtown’s Tom Lee Park dedicated to a different country each year. The month is kicked off by the Beale Street Music Festival as some of the most popular names in music take the stage. The famous World Championship Barbeque Cooking Contest and Sunset Symphony featuring fireworks and the Memphis Pops round out the exciting month. No matter what you’re looking for, you are sure to find just the thing to pique your interest and your taste buds.

While in Memphis, don’t forget to take the time to savor the local cuisine. From trendy sushi lounges to upscale steakhouses to down home barbeque, dining here has the dish to suit even the toughest critic’s fancy. Indulge in a platter full of the best ribs that Memphis has to offer or treat yourself to dinner by an award winning chef in a nationally celebrated restaurant. Regardless of the style you choose, dining in Memphis is often an unforgettable experience.

Carved out by the Mississippi River, Memphis was built on a strong foundation of sultry blues and tenacious rock ‘n’ roll. Although trademark music can still be heard drifting out of doorways and windows all over town, it is only the beginning. World renowned Elvis, Beale Street, cotton and barbeque are just a sampling of the list of what you will be able to experience in Memphis. The Mighty Mississippi provides the perfect backdrop for the award winning accommodations, meeting spaces, banquet facilities, restaurants, and the seemingly endless attractions that Memphis has to offer. Come visit and see why gay friendly Memphis was just named one of Life Magazine’s Dream Destinations.

More information can be found at memphistravel.com.

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