Cheap Flights to Memphis
About the Origin Memphis
Memphis is the largest city in the state of Tennessee, which is located in the south-western part of the state and it is the cultural capital of the state. The city is blended with modern and old cultures, and it surprises everyone with its recuperation from its painful past. Downtown holds plenty of wonders for its visitors. Being the home town of the world famous singer Elvis Presley, it has perpetually exalted his charm and music. Elvis's house in Graceland is being visited by millions of people every year, which makes this second highest visited house in the nation after Whitehouse. It is also a home for the Blues Music and several bands.
Tourist Attractions
Being the home of Elvis Presley, Memphis receives numerous visitors every year. Graceland, the house of Elvis is the prime attraction of the Memphis along with its museums and vibrant nightlife. Downtown embraces myriad joyful places and museums. World famous civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated in the city's Lorraine Motel which is now turned into National Civil Rights Museum. Midtown and East Memphis areas also hold plentiful of shopping destinations, museums, zoo, and many more. Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Summer Avenue, Beale Street, River tours at Mississippi, Tom Lee Park, National Civil Rights Museum, Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art, Ornamental Metal Museum, Fire Museum of Memphis, Mud Island River Park/Harbor Town, Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Sun Studio, Lichterman Nature Centre, Memphis Botanic Garden, Shelby Farms Park, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, Memphis Zoo, The Pink Palace, Overton Park, Cooper-Young, Overton Square, Broad Avenue Arts District, and many other places are there in the city with pleasant surroundings.
Shopping Dining & Nightlife
Memphis is the perfect destination for Shopaholics, wide array of shopping can be found within the city. To find best souvenirs head to A. Schwab, Beale Street which is located in the downtown. Middletown of the city hold best shopping stores like Allie Cat Arts, Wizard's, Midtown Books, Overton Square and Burke's Books. Unique collection of merchandises can found at out east area. Graceland is the perfect place for Elvis souvenirs.
Vibrant nightlife can be found at Beale Street, it is the home for many restaurants, theatres, bars and night clubs. Music is the main activity for the city’s nightlife, there are many unique clubs scattered around the city which plays live jazz, blues, rock and roll, soul and many other kinds of music.
Memphis has diverse food sense with plenty of good and inexpensive restaurant. Downtown, Graceland and south Memphis are the primary areas which holds good restaurants. Memphis barbecue, Meat loaf and mashed potatoes are the popular foods in the city.
Festivals & Seasons
'Memphis in May' is the largest festival celebrated by the Memphians. During this month long festival, the city’s heritage and culture will be exhibited and notable events like Beale Street Music Festival and the Sunset Symphony will be hosted. The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest (World's largest pork barbecue-cooking contest), and International Week are also greatly enjoyed. Africa in April Cultural Awareness Festival, Memphis Italian Festival, Carnival Memphis, Cooper-Young Festival, Indie Memphis Film Festival, and many more local festivals make the city as one of the happening city in state and the nation as well.
Transportation within the City
Rental cars are the best chosen options to visit in and around the city. You can also find public buses handled by Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA), but the services are very poor and it is hard to find a bus late in the evening.
Popular Sports in Memphis
The city holds many famous professional and college sports teams for basketball, baseball, football, rugby, ice hockey, tennis, roller derby and wrestling. Golf is the popular activity of Memphis, there are around 30 public and private courses within the city.
Weather in Memphis
The Memphis has a humid sub-tropical climate which experiences all four distinct seasons. The city enjoys moderate climate with warm summers and cold winters. Summers are uncomfortable with high temperature of 34°C, thunderstorms are common during afternoons. Winters are cool with occasional snowfall. Autumn and spring seasons are pleasant and the weather will be very mild. Probably these are the best seasons to plan your visit.
Emergency Numbers
For any criminal offense tourists can inform the police at a toll free number 911
About Memphis Airport & Location
Memphis International Airport (IATA: MEM, ICAO: KMEM, FAA LID: MEM) is the second busiest of Tennessee state, which is located southeast 11 kilometres away from the downtown of Memphis. Around 9 million passengers travel through this airport each year. The airport serves nonstop flights to nearly 40 domestic and international destinations. Memphis International Airport is a global hub for FedEx Express and it is the major cargo airport in the United States.
Airport Terminal Information
Memphis International Airport has terminals namely A, B & C. Each terminal has good collection of passenger facilities and Wi-Fi is available in all terminals.
Terminal A has six passenger gates A21, A25, A27, A29, A31 and A33 and this terminal is used by three airlines including Southwest Airlines and Allegiant Air.
Terminal B is used for all international arrivals and departures, it consists of 42 passenger gates (B1-B20, B22-B43). Delta is the only airline operated from this terminal regularly and seasonally; few international charter flights also use this airport.
Terminal C has 18 passenger terminal and it is the main hub for American, Frontier, United and US Airways.
Local Transportation at Memphis Airport
Travellers can get through public bus service provided by Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA), there is a stop near terminal C. You can also find taxi’s and hotels complimentary shuttles, which are convenient means of transportation. All the ground transportation centres are found near the baggage claim area.
Airport Facilities
ATM, barber shop, Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art, conference room, Delta Sky club, health station, foreign currency exchange, shoeshine, water bottle refill station, duty free shopping, restaurants, bars, cafes, coffee shops, baggage carts, lost and found baggage counter and information desk are the facilities offered by the Memphis International Airport for makings passengers wait time comfortable.
All Airport Enquiries
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Memphis International Airport Address |
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2491 Winchester Rd, Memphis, TN 38116, |
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United States - Ph: +1 901-922-8000 |
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