Memphis, TN - Discount Hotels, Resorts, Vacations, Vacation Packages and Travel Guide One of the country's most musically-enriched cities, Memphis, Tennessee is the largest city in Tennessee, and 17th largest in the nation. Located in Southwest Tennessee, Memphis sits on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River. When you think Memphis, you probably think music - and with good reason, as it has been the starting point for numerous musicians including Justin Timberlake, Otis Redding, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Jerry Lee Lewis, Al Green, "The Father of the Blues" W.C. Handy, "The King of the Blues" B.B. King, "The King of Country" Johnny Cash, and "The King of Rock n' Roll" Elvis Presley. Elvis' former home, Graceland, located across the street from The Heartbreak Hotel, is one of the country's most visited National Historical Landmarks. Featured at Graceland is a vast assortment of Elvis memorabilia and it is the host of numerous Elvis-related events throughout the year. If Graceland isn't calling your name, perhaps a walk down the...more
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