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Beale Street

Memphis, TN 38103
901-526-0110
Ranked #18 of 85 attractions in Memphis
4.0 of 5 stars 542 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Historic Walking Areas, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Mysterious Sites
Activities: Nightlife
Description: Renovation and renewal have come to this historic street known as the "Home of the Blues." Flashy music clubs and restaurants abound.
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Columbus, Ohio
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

We loved going in an out of the little shops and restaurants that line this street. There are historical sign markers which made the time spend here every bit more interesting. Sure it's a tourist attraction, but it is a very fun way to spend an afternoon--or evening. More

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Cabot, Arkansas
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272 reviews 272 reviews
Reviews in 84 cities Reviews in 84 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Expect this place to be crowded but you can still enjoy all that is to offer, and that is allot. The most problematic issues is parking but plan ahead and the problem will resolve itself. More

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eastleigh
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

musicians everywhere, brilliant bars, we went to irish bar and listened to duelling pianos, great fun, had a sing a long, paid them to play requests, the two guys were great fun and very talented More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

The location was not comfortable, going into an alley and downstairs, didnt seem safe but it was good More

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Scottsdale
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

It's as shabby as New Orleans. Since Bourbon street is 300+ miles south, this will do. "Rum Boogie" and "BB Kings" are good local haunts. Don't expect to see BB King though. There is some good Jazz and Blues played here. It is a rough area. You are better off in a group of people. More

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Watertown, Wisconsin
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

The area is small but if you like blues, there is music everywhere! More

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Ashland,KY
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Had to park in a parking lot but very close to all the action of Beale Street. Lively with lots of choices of bars, restaurants, and sights and music! More

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Tulsa, Oklahoma
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Great fun, food and wonderful entertainment. I really enjoyed this place. More

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Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I'm not a bar person so this place was uninteresting to me. But I've been, so...there's that. More

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Midvale, Ohio
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Exciting place, but a little too old anymore to appreciate the loud noise! 30 years ago, I would have stayed there all night! More

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