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Memphis ZoovsGraceland
Both are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Graceland is the choice of most reviewers compared to Memphis Zoo. Graceland ranks #2 in Memphis with endorsements from 6 sources like Concierge, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.
Memphis Zoo
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Where
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112
From $0/night
Lonely Planet "Hosts two giant panda stars, Ya Ya and Le Le, in a $16-million exhibit on native Chinese wildlife and habitat." Full review
Fodor's "Overton Park houses the popular 70-acre Memphis Zoo, which includes a 9-acre Cat Country and Primate Canyon." Full review
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Don't miss giant pandas Ya Ya and Le Le. The Northwest Passage features polar bears, seals, and sea lions.
Afar Magazine "As one of the top-rated zoos in the USA, the Memphis Zoo is only one of a few zoos that exhibit Giant Pandas." Full review
Where "More than 400 species of animals from all over the world live in natural habitats." Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"The Memphis Zoo's entry leads to a primate habitat, bear and wolf enclosures in the Teton Trek, a nocturnal animal exhibit, a vast big cat area and the Zambezi River Hippo Camp, among other exhibits." Full review
Frommer's "At this impressive zoo, there are polar bears and sea lions who flirt with those watching from the subterranean tank window of the Northwest Passage." Full review
Graceland
Concierge Fodor's Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide Where U.S. News & World Report Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116
From $0/night
Concierge "Remains the predominant reason to visit the region for anyone with an interest in Elvis or Memphis's musical heritage."
Fodor's "Graceland might be the only colonial suburban home on record to have a jungle room, a pink Cadillac, and close to 700,000 guests annually." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"If you only make one stop in Memphis, it ought to be here: the sublimely kitschy, gloriously bizarre home of the King of Rock and Roll." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Even those inured to the Elvis myth will enjoy a visit to Graceland, the late Elvis Presley's huge estate, the second most-visited site in the US." Full review
Where "Graceland is the one place where Elvis truly felt at home throughout his incredible life and career." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"With this city's strong musical identity, there's no question as to why Elvis Presley chose Memphis as his kingdom." Full review
Frommer's "The Graceland exhibits strive to reveal Elvis the man and Elvis the star." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A destination in and of itself, the historic property includes the King of Rock and Roll’s mansion, gardens, cars, and The Guest House at Graceland, where music fans can stay overnight"
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