Area Attractions

​​​​​​​​Meet Memphis!

Known as the "Home of Blues, Soul, and Rock 'N' Roll," Memphis is the vibrant host city of Plant Health 2024. From Beale Street to Graceland and civil rights sites to the mighty Mississippi River, meet and meander Memphis.

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Learn more about Memphis and find or make an itinerary using these resources. Be sure to save time to attend Plant Health 2024 pre-meeting workshops and field trips​ – a great way to kick off our annual meeting!

• ​​Memphis Travel offers various resources and custom itineraries suited to all types of travel needs. Whether you're seeking historical sites, arts & culture, live music, or beyond, Memphis Travel is your one-stop shop!
  
  
• Explore the Memphis Travel Official Tourist Guide for a complete​ overview of attractions, museums, restaurants, and more!​​​
  
  
• ​​Not sure where to start or what you're looking for? ​Take the What Should You Do In Memphis?​ quiz for ideas specific to your interests. 
  

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​Family Friendly​

​Memphis is a great, family-friendly destination with tons to discover! The question is, where do you start?​

• ​​Get wild at the Memphis Zoo​ – home to over 3,500 animals showcasing a wide array of earth's inhabitants!
  
  
• ​​Go on an adventure at Shelby Farms Park​ – ​one of the largest urban parks in the nation, ​offering 4,500 acres of green space.  From the Woodland Discovery Playground to 40 miles of trail and treetop adventures to horseback riding, all sorts of fun awaits you in Memphis!
  
  

• ​​Bring education and fun to this summer trip! Kids can learn and discover at the Children's Museum of Memphis or the Museum of Science and History. ​
  
  

• Looking for budget-friendly activities? Check out this free list of kid-friendly Memphis activities. ​
  
  

• Keep the fun close to the conference by staying at the Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown Hotel and soaking up the sun at the onsite pool. 
  

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LQBTQIA+ Friendly

​Support LGBTQIA+ businesses and find entertainment and nightlife while in Memphis. 

• ​​Start by checking out Memphis Travel's LGBTQ+ Resource Guide which showcases events, news sources, and businesses in Memphis. 
  
  
• Shop or support LGBTQIA+-owned businesses while in Memphis. OUT Memphis offers excellent resources for the Memphis area and a complete list of LGBTQ+ businesses you can support.
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• Catch a local drag show at one of Memphis' local nightlife destinations, including Atomic Rose​, Drus Bar, and The Pumping Station​, ​or attend a production by Friends of George's, a Memphis LGBTQ Theatre Company.
  

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