Taking the kids across the country and one of our stops is in Memphis. The kids are 11 and 14. What is the best golf per dollar. Thanks in advance.

Not sure about golf but Memphis in May is a month long big deal in Memphis. There are a lot of golf courses and I'm sure someone can lead you in the right direction.

Gonna be hot. Memphis is May?

(01-26-2015 10:33 AM)firmbizzle Wrote:  Gonna be hot. Memphis is May?

Always.....humidity makes people cray cray. It does get worse as the season progresses. For people that aren't used to it, it feels hotter. May is actually pretty nice.

Take 'em carjacking and rob a couple of 7/11's


when in Rome....

Don't know about the golf, but the zoo is world-class, one of four in the u.s. with pandas. They might like to go on a riverboat, the Memphis Queen I think it is.

11 and 14 are tough ages really. Too big for little kid stuff, or I'd suggest the children's museum. There's always the Smithsonian's rock and soul museum, the Civil Rights museum, and the Stax museum.

(01-26-2015 12:11 PM)cotton1991 Wrote:  Don't know about the golf, but the zoo is world-class, one of four in the u.s. with pandas. They might like to go on a riverboat, the Memphis Queen I think it is.

11 and 14 are tough ages really. Too big for little kid stuff, or I'd suggest the children's museum. There's always the Smithsonian's rock and soul museum, the Civil Rights museum, and the Stax museum.

IMHO, Civil Rights museum is a must-see.

Heat won't be a problem in May......rain could be a big problem for outside activities.

I need to give "family activities" some thought.

For kids, the zoo and civil right museum are great ideas. There is always Elvis.

(01-26-2015 12:11 PM)cotton1991 Wrote:  Don't know about the golf, but the zoo is world-class, one of four in the u.s. with pandas. They might like to go on a riverboat, the Memphis Queen I think it is.

11 and 14 are tough ages really. Too big for little kid stuff, or I'd suggest the children's museum. There's always the Smithsonian's rock and soul museum, the Civil Rights museum, and the Stax museum.

Zoo should be a must. It's awesome. If the Redbirds are playing in town and you like baseball, a game at Autozone Park would be great, it's the nicest minor league park in the country. Redbirds are AAA Cardinals affiliate. IF the brand new Bass Pro in the Pyramid is open, that will be a must.

(01-26-2015 11:37 AM)MemphisTiger15 Wrote:  Take 'em carjacking and rob a couple of 7/11's


when in Rome....

Ah, our local suburbanite who HATES all things Memphis, who thinks it's the worst place on earth, that wears Tigers gear, and has a Tiger flag.

Visit the Zoo, and get a meal at Overton Square afterwards.

They are right next to each other, in a great part of town.

Walk up and down Beale, watch the duck march at the Peabody, and enjoy the view from the roof.

Try Blues City Cafe on Beale's ribs, and the chicken at Gus'

Memphis Zoo:


Overton Square:


Peabody rooftop:


duck march:

A big hearted thank you for all the replies!

(01-26-2015 01:53 PM)UofMemphis Wrote:  

(01-26-2015 11:37 AM)MemphisTiger15 Wrote:  Take 'em carjacking and rob a couple of 7/11's


when in Rome....

Ah, our local suburbanite who HATES all things Memphis, who thinks it's the worst place on earth, that wears Tigers gear, and has a Tiger flag.

Not to mention Memphis doesn't even have 7 Elevens....

As far as the best public golf, it's hard to beat Mirimichi. Justin Timberlake just sold it to the CEO of an airplane company a few months ago.

http://www.mirimichi.com

I'm all shook up nobody mentioned Graceland. That's all right as it is in the ghetto across the street from Heartbreak Hotel.

We always do different things when in Memphis. If you are interested in the history of the city/region, there are some great walking tours downtown. Seems like we got free tix through the VCB. Try stopping at rest areas before you hit town, they usually have pamphlets with discounts for food, events... If you are in town for MusicFest or BBQFest weekends, expect large crowds downtown.

(01-26-2015 01:58 PM)Mempho Brendo Wrote:  

(01-26-2015 01:53 PM)UofMemphis Wrote:  

(01-26-2015 11:37 AM)MemphisTiger15 Wrote:  Take 'em carjacking and rob a couple of 7/11's


when in Rome....

Ah, our local suburbanite who HATES all things Memphis, who thinks it's the worst place on earth, that wears Tigers gear, and has a Tiger flag.

Not to mention Memphis doesn't even have 7 Elevens....

Good God, does this crap have to follow from our cesspool of a board?

Mirimichi is a great value if you don't mind driving out to Millington. It's about 20-25 minutes from Downtown.

I second the zoo. My kids love it.

Mississippi River Museum, River park, Mud Island monorail?

(01-26-2015 02:17 PM)gulfcoastgal Wrote:  I'm all shook up nobody mentioned Graceland. That's all right as it is in the ghetto across the street from Heartbreak Hotel.

We always do different things when in Memphis. If you are interested in the history of the city/region, there are some great walking tours downtown. Seems like we got free tix through the VCB. Try stopping at rest areas before you hit town, they usually have pamphlets with discounts for food, events... If you are in town for MusicFest or BBQFest weekends, expect large crowds downtown.

I'm excited to see how the Graceland area redevelopment goes...

http://www.commercialappeal.com/business...s_01030092

It looks like the Redbirds will be in town then. There is nothing more family friendly that minor league baseball and AutoZone Park is a spectacular venue. Don't forget to order BBQ Nachos if you go.