A place of pilgrimage for music lovers, Memphis inspired the sounds of the blues, soul, and rock ‘n roll. This lively city also knows a thing or two about Southern cuisine, boasting an abundance of barbecue joints.

The hospitality and tourism industries would not be complete without the stories that make Memphis a travel destination for so many visitors. And there are no better storytellers than the numerous tour guides who work within our city’s museums, attractions, galleries and more.

As a tour guide with A Tour of Possibilities, Jackie possesses a deep knowledge and love of Memphis, as well as boundless kindness and enthusiasm.

The 2024 dates for our Welcome to Memphis Insiders Tours with Backbeat Tours have been announced! Join our familiarization tours of Downtown and Midtown key points of interest, designed for tourism and hospitality professionals.

As a bartender and server working at Huey’s for the last nine years, Will Jasper is known for his friendly, kind, and easygoing attitude.

Docent Winner, Shannon Walton Baker, Backbeat Tours: As the Lead Tour Guide at Backbeat Tours, Shannon Walton Baker is upbeat, accommodating, and knowledgeable about Memphis. In this role, she has also learned to think on her feet.

Jimmy has been a dedicated team member at the Memphis Zoo since 2008, currently working in the water quality department.