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Sun Studio

706 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
901-521-0664
Ranked #2 of 85 attractions in Memphis
4.5 of 5 stars 598 Reviews
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Type: Historic Sites
Fee: Yes
Traveller Description: Visit to Sun Studio, Memphis Its legendary status makes this an essential destination. This is where Elvis Presley recorded his first song, and was... more »
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Grand Rapids, MI.
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41 reviews 41 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Wow what an amazing place to see. It is still the same today as it was back in 1953 when Elvis, J. Cash, BB King, Muddy Waters, Carl Perkins, Jerry L. Lewis, etc, etc. recorded here. It is still being used for bands today.

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The primary artifact is the recording studio itself where so many early rock pioneers got their start. Great history shared enthusiastically by our guide. Tour group was large, but there are basically only two rooms to see. This was my 20-year-old son's favorite thing we did in Memphis.

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Amsterdam, Nederland
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We visited Graceland and Sun Studio both on the same say and I have to say that I liked Sun Studio beter. There was a great vibe from the moment we set foot into the building, it just "oozes rock n roll". The reception/ gift shop/ bar (without alcohol) where you wait for the tour to start is excellent. The... More

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Scottsdale
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Elvis, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, and more. This was the place they, and more, got a start. You will be surprised. This is not a huge place (Hey, neither is Graceland). It is steeped in music history.

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Atlanta, GA
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

The history of the man and the place - flat out awesome. Our guide was so knowledgeable. Loved hearing so many clips of recordings made here, seeing the photos, and hearing the stories. Not a big place, but a huge experience for me.

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Dixon, CA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

What an awesome experience full of history and information. Our tour guide (ElDorado) was rocking!!! You can tell he's enjoying what he does and sharing the information. So much to do, see and take in make sure you allow plenty of time. Oh yeah, they offer AAA discount....

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Memphis, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Step back into time to the place where Rock and Roll began. You actually stand in the spot where Elvis Presley recorded his first demo record for his mom. A lot of history is given by the docent and there is not too much to see, but it is worth it.

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Well worth a visit. Free parking in back. We got there early, so had a terrific chocolate malt while we waited for the tour to begin. Very interesting, and you could tell the tour guide was really into this bit of history. Stairs would be difficult to navigate if you are handicapped...don't know if there's an elevator.

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Dallas, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

It's a small place, with a small tour but with BIG history! Just being able to stand in the actual Sun studio is worth the price of admission. The only negatives I had was that once you get in to the actual studio, you can only be in there for about 10min or so. Then they rush you out so... More

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Normal, IL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Amazing place. Hard to believe it all started in such a small place. Don't miss it.

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