Discover the music, history, and food of downtown Memphis on the Memphis Hop busses

"Hop On. Tune In. Rock Out. Get on the bus and take in Memphis’ unique and vibrant culture. From the Jungle Room at Graceland to the jungle experience at Bass Pro, soulful bass lines at STAX to baseline drives at AutoZone Park, the Memphis HOP introduces you to the best in Memphis cultural attractions."

The Memphis Hop is a unique approach to touring the city, and it gives people the power to explore some of the best venues, historical landmarks, restaurants, shops, and more that downtown Memphis has to offer, all at your own pace.

Memphis Hop - Small BusPhoto courtesy of Memphis Hop

How It Works

The Memphis Hop is a fleet of buses that travel through 10 different stops every hour and 20 minutes. They offer pick-up services from most downtown hotels by reservation, or if you prefer, you can hop on at any of the venues they tour with. Tour destinations include the following Memphis favorites:

• Elvis Presley's Graceland
• STAX Museum of American Soul Music
• St. Blues Guitar Workshop/Sun Studio
• Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum
• AutoZone Park/The Peabody Memphis
• National Civil Rights Museum
• I-40 Welcome Center
• Blues Hall of Fame
• St. Jude Children Hospital
• BB King's Restaurant and Beale Street
• Bass Pro Shops (formerly known as The Pyramid)
• Hard Rock Cafe

Downtown hotels that participate in the Memphis Hop tour program currently include

• The Peabody Memphis
• The Westin Memphis – Beale Street
• Hampton Inn & Suites Memphis – Beale Street
• DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Memphis
• Holiday Inn Select – Beale Street

Where to Buy Tickets

Perhaps the easiest way to purchase tickets to ride is through the Memphis Hop website directly. However, if you're already on foot, you can get them in person at their brick-and-mortar location, 664 Marshall Ave, or the Ticket Booth next to Hard Rock Cafe (2nd & Beale Street). Tickets are valid for 24 hours after purchase.

Adult tickets (13 and up) are $30, and youth tickets (12 and under) are $20. Your ticket allows you a pass to ride all day to as many destinations as you'd like. According to their ticket purchasing policy, "Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price." There is also a small service fee per ticket when using the online platform.

Large Bus - Memphis HopPhoto courtesy of Memphis Hop

Ride Schedule and Operating Hours

Normal operating days are Wednesdays through Saturdays from 10am to 5:30pm; however, at the time of publication, online ticket purchases only show availability on Saturdays. You can view their ride schedule online here. All times are in the CST time zone. Additionally, you can locate more information through their Facebook account or call them directly at 901.577.5467.

Disclaimers

• Admission fees to attractions are not included in ticket price.
• ADA compliant, wheelchair-accessible buses are available with advance notice.
• The specific routes for these tours may be changed due to weather and/or road closures.
• Stops are subject to change.
• Hours/days are subject to change due to the implementation of COVID-19 safety protocols.

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