Memphis, TN

One of the original shops on Beale Street, A. Schwab's is an old-fashioned dry goods store that also sells voodoo paraphernalia. This shop contains every item imaginable in its football field sized building. Browse through the hundreds of unique specialty items and souvenirs.

Address: 163 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103 - MAP
Phone: (901) 523-9782
Web: www.bealestreetonline.com

For a touch of art integrated into the beauty of nature, visit the Crystal Shrine Grotto. This man-made cave is located inside Memorial Park Cemetery and features the work of Mexican folk artist Dionicio Rodriquez. Ten scenes depict the life of Jesus Christ, but even non-Christians will appreciate the beautiful art and the peaceful ambiance of this grotto.

Address: 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 - MAP
Phone: (901) 767-8930

Looking for a lost record? Find every sort of tune at Goner Records. This record store carries a variety of vinyl albums, as well as a few cassette tapes and CDs. Music aficionados can find popular bands as well as underground and local bands as they wander through the isles.

Address: 2152 Young Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104 - MAP
Phone: (901) 722-0095
Web: www.goner-records.com

Express yourself at Memphis's finest social club, Five in One. Five in One is a living art project, and the city's home for contemporary performing and visual arts. This studio not only produces and displays artwork, but also teaches group projects and sells items from local manufacturers and vendors.

Address: 423 North Watkins, Memphis, TN 38104 - MAP
Phone: (901) 725-7175
Web: www.fiveinone.org

Indulge in your sweet tooth with Dinstuhl's Fine Candy Company. This locally owned and operated candy company has been making Memphis a little sweeter since 1902 with goodies like chocolates, truffles, fudge and chocolate covered fruit. Visitors to the Mid-South may want to enjoy a few southern favorites.

Address: 5280 Pleasant View Road, Memphis, TN 38134 - MAP
Phone: (901) 377-2639
Web: www.dinstuhls.com

Burke's Books provides a home for wild, homeless books. Check out the second-hand and rare book selections, as well as a handful of newest novels fresh off the presses. This charming independent bookstore is said to be one of the oldest in the country, having opened in 1875.

Address: 936 South Cooper, Memphis, TN 38104 - MAP
Phone: (901) 278-7484
Web: www.burkesbooks.com