This urban park is so big it’s home to a herd of buffalo
Out amongst the homes and neighborhoods of eastern Memphis, you’ll find Shelby Farms Park. This massive public park is where Memphis comes to play and exercise, or even ride. One of the largest urban...
View ArticleMemphis has a one-of-a-kind Underground Railroad museum and it’s amazing
Memphis is a crucial part of the history of the Civil Rights movement. The Underground Railroad was a critical part of African-American history, and while so much of what we know of the period is from...
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The Memphis Zoo is an important part of any trip through West Tennessee
Every day is better when there are cute animals – even snowy days in Memphis! Zoos are sure to put a smile on almost anyone’s face, and The Memphis zoo is a 76 acre space to enjoy over 4,000 animals...
View ArticleIf you’ve heard a Southern soul record in the last 50 years, you’ve heard the...
Barbecue sandwiches may be a delicious part of the Memphis legacy, but they’re only a part of the story. It’s impossible to think about Memphis without thinking about the music, if you’ve heard a...
View ArticleIt took 100 years to make this cheeseburger
Dyer’s Burgers stays packed on the weekend. And it’s not just because they’re smack dab on Beale Street. No. It’s cause they’re using grease they’ve had since they opened…over 100 years ago. Okay, we...
View ArticleThe VIP tour of Graceland and why you should visit The King’s palace
If Elvis is the king of Rock and Roll, then Graceland is definitely his palace. Every year over half a million people make a pilgrimage to Elvis’s home in the birthplace of rock and roll. Elvis...
View ArticleThis Virginia city has everything a history buff could ask for
All of us at The Southern Weekend love a hidden gem, and we think we’ve found one in the adorable and history-rich Petersburg, Virginia. This city, just 25 miles south of Richmond, Virginia, is a...
View ArticleRiverboat cruises are the best way to explore the Mississippi River
The Mississippi River is the backbone of Memphis, and the best way to show how important – and fun – the river is, you have to take a riverboat cruise. Memphis Riverboats sits right in the heart of...
View ArticlePeople are driving 45 minutes to get snow cones at this snow cone stand
The folks at Jerry’s will tell you: They didn’t invent the sno cone. Just the sno cone supreme. And it’s a snack that Memphians have sworn by for over 50 years. View this post on Instagram There's...
View ArticleThe Pyramid in downtown Memphis is a perfect urban adventure
If you’ve ever stopped in Downtown Memphis, you’ve probably seen it. The massive structure that houses the Big Cypress Lodge and Bass Pro Shops. But what makes it so unique? Well, the Pyramid is 30...
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