Memphis True Crime Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore the darker side of Memphis history. A twilight exploration of Memphis' murderous, scandalous, fascinating past, complete with serial killers, mobsters, vengeful lovers, and compelling unsolved cases. A knowledgeable local guide will take you to the scene of some of the city's most notorious crimes. Along the way you'll learn about:
-A serial killer's summer of terror
-Beale Street's deadliest saloon
-Georgia Tann, notorious baby thief
-Memphis' coldest case
-Alma Theede, the "Black Widow" of Vance Avenue
-the largest jail break in Shelby County history
-and more!
We'll even make a special stop for custom, to-die-for cocktails at the stylish Moxy Hotel (mocktails, soda, and water also available).
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The majority of this tour will be conducted on the bus, with a few off-bus stops (approximate distance covered on foot: .5 miles)
Within a few blocks there are four different parking garages, and several open-air parking lots. The closest garage to our location (just two blocks away) is at 149 Peabody Place between Second Street and BB King Blvd., next to the Hampton Inn.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Themed cocktail and mocktail (one per guest) at the Moxy Hotel; soda and water also available
Guided Tour
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What To Expect
Beale Street
See the site of the notorious "Castle of Missing Men", Beale Street's deadliest saloon
Health Sciences Park
Learn about Christopher Deuntch, former surgeon known as "Dr. Death"
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Memphis True Crime Tour
Reviews
74 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Crime Tour
yanxiug2023,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a bus tour where they took you around to the spots where the crime scenes were! Our guide Mary made the tour very fun and relaxing. The cocktail was nice too.
Great Experience - True Crime
Jarvis E,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taylor Nicole and Princess we’re awesome. It was just us and the tour felt more personal and we really got the chance to absorb more. Taylor is very sharp and knows her stuff about the area. 10 out of 10 and will do it again.
Shannon is a Great storyteller.
laurabL3767LC,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! Shannon is a wonderful storytellers. Recommend this tour whole heartedly. Gives a peak of history from a unique angle. Not for children. A little hard to find. It is on the back patio of a bar/restaurant. Everyone is very friendly once you get there.
Great time!
Q2381OWlisal,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was fantastic! Tour was great and do was he! The history and stories were great and told by a local! It was perfect!!!
Great Tour & Great Guide
M7677XIdianev,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour and the guide was filled with great knowledge about true crime. Would recommend for anyone considering a true crime tour of Memphis!
Memphis True Crime Tour
Gymophobe,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting, informative and entertaining tour. John was a great tour guide. Good to learn more about historical Memphis.
Memphis’s guided tour, come for the history, stay for the fun!
Christipher B,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I loved exploring Memphis learning the not so good history. My wife is a Crime Junkie listener and I thought while in town we should take the tour. Tanya Nicole our tour guide had a wealth of knowledge about the city and its previous inhabitants.
Sheena was terrific! Well...
Sharon G,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sheena was terrific! Well researched info. She was personable, funny and a real nice gal!!! Answered questions.
Fantastic peek into the dark history of Memphis!
Paul S,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A superb guide around the dark history of Memphis! Shannon was a really knowledgeable, expressive and fun tour guide. She brought to life the characters and stories, and led us around the city with every detail of the fascinating past. Great cocktail stop as well! Recommended.
A must do
meganbC3318MA,
Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome tour and guide! It was very informative and fun learning about the city. I strongly recommend you do one of these awesome tours!!
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