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Sun Studio Guided Tour

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Located in downtown Memphis, Sun Studio, the only recording studio to be named a Historic Landmark, showcase rare memorabilia and original historic recording cuts.
Stand amidst the legacy of greatness when you visit Sun Studio, the location where rock 'n' roll was born when artists like Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and others blazed musical trails. When Sam Phillips opened the Sun Recording Studio in 1950, he probably never guessed at the worldwide impact his business venture would produce. He could not have known that his recording studio would be the birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll, as cutting edge musicians of the 1950s fused Blues and Country to create a unique and revolutionary new sound. Located in downtown Memphis, Sun Studio, the only recording studio to be named a National Historic Landmark, showcases rare memorabilia and original historic recording cuts.

On display is Elvis Presley's microphone used in 1954 when he recorded his first song, "That's All Right." Now, Sun Studio is displaying studio artifacts never seen before, as well as pieces on loan from the Presley Estate, Graceland. After a tour of the studio, visitors may enjoy refreshments or pick up a souvenir in the ‘50s-style Sun Studio Soda Shop and Record Store. Sun Studio's important musical heritage and collection of one-of-a-kind memorabilia make it an unforgettable stop for visitors to Memphis.

More About the Artists Who Have Recorded at Sun Studio
In addition to Elvis Presley, other famous musicians got their start at Sun Studio, including Johnny Cash, BB King, Roy Orbison and Jerry Lee Lewis. The special historic significance of Sun Studio among modern rock ‘n' rollers is evident, as today's musicians still come to this world famous site to make recordings. Such musical artists as Ringo Starr, Def Leppard, Tom Petty, Bonnie Raitt, U2 and Matchbox 20 have all recorded songs here.

Details

  • Open seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.
  • 45-minute tours begin on the half hour and run from 10:30 a.m. — 5:30 p.m.
  • There is a snack shop and gift shop located onsite.
  • Children 4-11 are free with paid admission. Children 3 and under are not allowed on the tour.
  • There is free parking onsite.
  • The facility is partially wheelchair accessible.

Location

Sun Studio Guided Tour
Sun Studio
706 Union Ave
at Marshall Street
Memphis, TN 38103
Order Now: 1-800-987-9852

 
 
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TICKET PRICES
Adult Ticket 2009
$19.95*
Adult Admission ages 12 and up.
Child Ticket
$0.00*
Child Admission Ages 5 to 11. Ages 4 and under aren't allowed on tour. Free admission is only with paying adult admission.
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Customer Reviews
Well worth an hour and better than Graceland. My son and I really enjoyed the history and anecdotes from the guide who was fantastic. The first thing my son did when he got home was weave a dollar bill through his guitar strings and play some Johnny Cash. We also moved from Sunday to a Saturday tour with ease. br

-Bob Rosing, Rocky River, OH
We enjoyed the tour, Matt was a fun tour guide. We found out later that there were free shuttles from Graceland to Sun Studio and Beale Street which would have been nice to know about instead of us driving & finding the places.

-Peg Sheely, Millersburg, OH
WE really enjoyed the tour! The guide was entertaining as well as informative. You really felt the energy in the studio. Everything is still original and you can really see these awesome musitions recording and jamming there.

-Ellen George, Glen Carbon, Il
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