Shelby County claimed second place overall in generating tourism dollars in the Volunteer state.
That’s according to the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development.CLICK HERE to download the FREE KWAM App — so you can listen to your favorite news talk shows – crystal clear!
Shelby County generated $3.4 billion dollars in direct visitor spending – second only to Davidson County.
According to the Memphis Business Journal, the top five tourist destinations in the Mid-South include Horseshoe Casino in Tunica, Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid, Gold Strike Casino Resort, the Southland Casino Hotel and topping the list – the Beale Street Historic District.
Graceland ranked 18th on the list – behind the Memphis Redbirds and Golf & Games Family Park on Summer Avenue.The top 20 tourist destinations in the Mid-South are:
1. Beale Street Historic District
2. Southland Casino Hotel
3. Gold Strike Casino Resort
4. Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid
5. Horseshoe Tunica
6. Agricenter International
7. Overton Square
8. Memphis Zoo
9. Hollywood Casino Tunica
10. Fitz Casino and Hotel Tunica
11. 1st Jackpot Casino Tunica
12. Memphis Grizzlies
13. The Peabody Grand Lobby
14. Mike Rose Soccer Complex
15. Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall Tunica
16. Golf and Games Family Park – tied
16. Memphis Redbirds – tied
18. A. Schwab & Beale Street Museum
19. Graceland
20. Delta Fair & Music Festival
