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Sun Studio

706 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
901-521-0664
Ranked #2 of 85 attractions in Memphis
4.5 of 5 stars 594 Reviews
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Type: Historic Sites
Fee: Yes
Traveler Description: Visit to Sun Studio, Memphis Its legendary status makes this an essential destination. This is where Elvis Presley recorded his first song, and was... more »
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Scottsdale
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Elvis, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, and more. This was the place they, and more, got a start. You will be surprised. This is not a huge place (Hey, neither is Graceland). It is steeped in music history. More

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Atlanta, GA
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

The history of the man and the place - flat out awesome. Our guide was so knowledgeable. Loved hearing so many clips of recordings made here, seeing the photos, and hearing the stories. Not a big place, but a huge experience for me. More

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Dixon, CA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

What an awesome experience full of history and information. Our tour guide (ElDorado) was rocking!!! You can tell he's enjoying what he does and sharing the information. So much to do, see and take in make sure you allow plenty of time. Oh yeah, they offer AAA discount.... More

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Memphis, Tennessee
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Step back into time to the place where Rock and Roll began. You actually stand in the spot where Elvis Presley recorded his first demo record for his mom. A lot of history is given by the docent and there is not too much to see, but it is worth it. More

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Well worth a visit. Free parking in back. We got there early, so had a terrific chocolate malt while we waited for the tour to begin. Very interesting, and you could tell the tour guide was really into this bit of history. Stairs would be difficult to navigate if you are handicapped...don't know if there's an elevator. More

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Dallas, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

It's a small place, with a small tour but with BIG history! Just being able to stand in the actual Sun studio is worth the price of admission. The only negatives I had was that once you get in to the actual studio, you can only be in there for about 10min or so. Then they rush you out so... More

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Normal, IL
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Amazing place. Hard to believe it all started in such a small place. Don't miss it. More

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See 3 more reviews by Patrick P for Memphis
Houston, Texas, USA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

A lot of important events happened in this very small space. It is the first studio Elvis went to and he was discovered by a woman! The x where he stood and the microphone he used are still in the studio. The millionaire quartet were discovered here, Elvis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis. Great place for a... More

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Wisconsin
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

This was my second time taking the tour and by far the best! We had a GREAT tour guide (Eldorado) ...it seemed like he truly cared about what he was telling us which made it all the more exciting. My favorite part of Sun Studio is that it is mostly all the original everything. I am such a huge fan... More

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Washington,DC
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Short, to the point, fantastic guides who bring thigns alive! More

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