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ITINERARY
10h 19m510 miles9 stops
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Cajundome & Convention Center
2
Urns of Justice
3
The C.H. Nash Museum at Chucalissa
A museum on the cultural history of the Native American tribes who lived in the Mississippi River Valley from 900-1600 AD.
4
T. O. Fuller State Park
With over 1100 acres of preserved land, this park has a wide assortment of activities. From hiking or visiting the Nature and Education Center, to camping and taking a dip in the Olympic sized pool, there is no lack of things to do. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
5
Graceland
The Graceland mansion, Elvis Presley’s home, offers a glimpse into the life of the one and only King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Take a peek at Elvis’ collection of custom jets and don’t miss the Elvis Presley’s Memphis—an exhibit complex which includes an automobile museum and the world’s largest and most comprehensive Elvis museum. You can pick up an interactive audio and video guide for a self-guided tour of Graceland at your own pace. Don’t forget to visit the variety of themed diners and bars in the area to complete your Graceland experience. – Tripadvisor
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TigerMan Museum
The TigerMan Karate Dojo and Museum is a place full of history where you can tour the Museum, take a Karate lesson, and more! Elvis Presley practiced Karate in this very Dogo and filmed segments for a Karate movie he had planned called "The New American Gladiators". The Museum features Karate history-related items honoring the Founder of Pasaryu Karate, Kang Rhee, as well as Elvis-related items including some one-of-a-kind pieces! We also have the Elvis Unit the ambulance Elvis was Transported in on August 16 1977 in an attempt to save his life. Check out some of the displays below.
7
Blues Hall Juke Joint
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Cooper-Young Historic District
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Overton Park
Overton Park is a 342-acre public park in Memphis, Tennessee. The park is home to two playgrounds, a dog park, an open Greensward for recreation, a Veterans Plaza, and the 126-acre Old Forest State Natural Area. It features more than eight miles of trails, including the Bike Gate arch and plaza trail. The park is managed by the nonprofit Overton Park Conservancy. Overton Park is also a major cultural attraction, home to a nine-hole golf course, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, the Memphis Zoo, Memphis College of Art, and the Levitt Shell concert pavilion.
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Port Arthur to Memphis
1
Start:Cajundome & Convention Center
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana·
4.5
(77) review
444 Cajundome Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70506-4264
2
Start:Urns of Justice
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana·
3.5
(9) review
800 Lafayette St in front of John M. Shaw US Courthouse, Lafayette, LA 70501-6800
3
Start:The C.H. Nash Museum at Chucalissa
Memphis, Tennessee·
3.5
(32) review
A museum on the cultural history of the Native American tribes who lived in the Mississippi River Valley from 900-1600 AD.
4
Start:T. O. Fuller State Park
Memphis, Tennessee·
3.5
(78) review
With over 1100 acres of preserved land, this park has a wide assortment of activities. From hiking or visiting the Nature and Education Center, to camping and taking a dip in the Olympic sized pool, there is no lack of things to do. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
5
Start:Graceland
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(20246) review
The Graceland mansion, Elvis Presley’s home, offers a glimpse into the life of the one and only King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Take a peek at Elvis’ collection of custom jets and don’t miss the Elvis Presley’s Memphis—an exhibit complex which includes an automobile museum and the world’s largest and most comprehensive Elvis museum. You can pick up an interactive audio and video guide for a self-guided tour of Graceland at your own pace. Don’t forget to visit the variety of themed diners and bars in the area to complete your Graceland experience. – Tripadvisor
6
Start:TigerMan Museum
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(6) review
The TigerMan Karate Dojo and Museum is a place full of history where you can tour the Museum, take a Karate lesson, and more! Elvis Presley practiced Karate in this very Dogo and filmed segments for a Karate movie he had planned called "The New American Gladiators". The Museum features Karate history-related items honoring the Founder of Pasaryu Karate, Kang Rhee, as well as Elvis-related items including some one-of-a-kind pieces! We also have the Elvis Unit the ambulance Elvis was Transported in on August 16 1977 in an attempt to save his life. Check out some of the displays below.
7
Start:Blues Hall Juke Joint
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(97) review
174 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3714
8
Start:Cooper-Young Historic District
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.0
(97) review
Cooper and Young Streets, Memphis, TN 38101
9
Start:Overton Park
Memphis, Tennessee·
4.5
(92) review
Overton Park is a 342-acre public park in Memphis, Tennessee. The park is home to two playgrounds, a dog park, an open Greensward for recreation, a Veterans Plaza, and the 126-acre Old Forest State Natural Area. It features more than eight miles of trails, including the Bike Gate arch and plaza trail. The park is managed by the nonprofit Overton Park Conservancy. Overton Park is also a major cultural attraction, home to a nine-hole golf course, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, the Memphis Zoo, Memphis College of Art, and the Levitt Shell concert pavilion.
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What's the driving distance between Port Arthur and Memphis?
The distance is 510 miles
What's the travel time between Port Arthur and Memphis?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 10h 19m mins in normal traffic
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