Free things to do in Memphis

3 genuinely free places in and around Memphis, Tennessee — each with an honest receipt for what the day really costs once parking and lunch are counted.

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Dixon Gallery & Gardens

Memphis, Tennessee

An art museum and 17-acre public garden known for European paintings, changing exhibitions, sculpture, and landscaped garden rooms. The Dixon states that admission is free for everyone.

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Lunch for 4The on-site café has limited opening hours; additional restaurants are available along Park Avenue and Poplar Avenue.

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On-site parking is available; consult the venue for current parking arrangements.

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Shelby Farms Park

Memphis, Tennessee

A vast urban park with lakes, open fields, wildlife habitat, and more than 40 miles of paved and unpaved trails. General park access is free, although rentals and some activities cost extra.

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Lunch for 4Food concessions have limited or seasonal hours, so bringing water and snacks is sensible.

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Multiple parking areas serve the park; no parking-price claim is made here.

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Mud Island River Park

Memphis, Tennessee

A Mississippi River park reached from downtown, with river views, lawns, walking space, and the large Riverwalk scale model of the Lower Mississippi. Memphis Parks lists park admission as free.

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Lunch for 4On-site food availability varies; downtown Memphis has more dependable choices.

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Use nearby downtown or Mud Island parking and check the posted rate before leaving the vehicle.

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