6 days in Memphis & Phoenix Itinerary

Step out of Memphis with an excursion to Horseshoe Tunica in Tunica--about 42 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Sun Studio, make a trip to Graceland, take an in-depth tour of National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Beale Street.

For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Memphis holiday maker app.

New York City to Memphis is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from New York City to Memphis due to the time zone difference. In May, Memphis is a bit warmer than New York City - with highs of 80°F and lows of 61°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Phoenix.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sun): see the interesting displays at Musical Instrument Museum, then see Off-Road Tours, and then gain some tasty knowledge on Lucidi Distilling Co.. Keep things going the next day: awaken your taste buds at Arizona Scenic Tours - Day Tours and then trot along with a tour on horseback.

For where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Phoenix online trip builder.

Traveling by flight from Memphis to Phoenix takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Memphis to Phoenix due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Memphis in May, expect Phoenix to be a bit warmer, temps between 93°F and 69°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.