Known for its iconic music and food scenes, Memphis is also a perfect destination for a family holiday. Steeped in history, and a vital place in the evolution of civil rights, the destination offers incredibly important lessons and insights for children of all ages, as well as a whole lot of fun. It's time to jazz up your family holiday with an unforgettable trip to the city of Blues, Soul and Rock n Roll and have the kids begging to stay longer. 

Children's Museum of Memphis 

A place that inspires children to explore, imagine and create, the Children's Museum of Memphis is an excellent place for growing minds. Hands on experiences will keep busy kids occupied, from a tornado to a carousel, the museum is ranked as one of the best in the country. 

The Fire Museum 

Literally Memphis' hottest attraction, the Fire Museum of Memphis sits within the renovated fire house and kids can take part in an escape maze and a fire safety arcade. 

Shelby Park Farms

Located in the heart of Memphis and open 365 days a year, this is one of the largest urban parks in the USA. At 4,500 acres, the park is a vibrant community hub and simultaneously a retreat from urban life, offering more than 40 miles of paved and unpaved trails and perfect for hiking and biking. There are more than 20 bodies of water in the park which make fishing possible, and in warmer months, kids will love the Water Play Sprayground and Woodland Discovery Playground. The park is also home to a herd of buffalo!

To keep the kids happy once you get back to your accommodation, opt for a hotel that they will love (as will the parents!). Famed for its daily duck parade, The Peabody Memphis is considered to be Memphis' grandest and most legendary hotel, and it offers a special family package in which your family becomes honorary Peabody Duckmasters for the day. Additionally, the hotel's pastry team creates their own ice cream and other desserts that the whole family can enjoy. 

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Memphis quick facts

Tennessee's second-largest city, the vibrant city of Memphis is famous for its music, great food (and we're not just talking about the amazing BBQ), and its significant place in America's history of civil rights. Exceptional hotels, and something to please every type of traveller await in Memphis. 

Australians can travel to Memphis via:  

United Airlines: Sydney - Houston – Memphis (or from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne via LAX or SFO 

American Airlines (and Qantas codeshare): Sydney - LAX - Dallas Fort Worth – Memphis; Melbourne/Sydney - Dallas Fort Worth – Memphis 

Delta Airlines: Sydney - LAX - Minneapolis – Memphis

New Zealanders can travel to Memphis via:

Air New Zealand via AKL – Houston – Memphis (or via Los Angeles or San Francisco)

American Airlines – (Oct 2023 – March 2024) Auckland – Dallas-Fort Worth - Memphis

Delta Air Lines – via AKL – LAX – Memphis