TigerMan Karate Dojo and Museum Admission Ticket
- 0.5–1.5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Step into the iconic TigerMan Karate Dojo & Museum, the very place where Elvis Presley trained and taught karate from 1970 to 1974. This unique museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the martial arts legacy of the King of Rock 'n' Roll, featuring exclusive artifacts, memorabilia, and the legendary ambulance exhibit. Visitors can also participate in zero-contact karate lessons led by certified instructors in the same dojo where Elvis practiced (when available). Experience the rich history, meet passionate staff, and create unforgettable memories at this one-of-a-kind attraction in Memphis, TN.
Inclusions
What's included
- Access to all exhibits, artifacts, and the 1975 Memphis ambulance
- Free Wi-Fi
- On-site parking
- Admission to TigerMan Karate Dojo & Museum
- Self-guided tour, 45–90 minutes
What's not
- Transportation to and from the museum
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Step inside the actual dojo where Elvis Presley trained in karate during the 1970s under Grandmaster Kang Rhee. Just 1 mile from Graceland, this is one of the most authentic and least-known stops in Memphis music history. Self-guided tour, 45–90+ minutes: Original karate memorabilia from Elvis's training years — photos, gi, gear, and rare items from the Kang Rhee era Elvis-era artifacts rarely seen by the public — Memorabilia and Memphis history not found in many other museums.. The original 1975 Memphis ambulance that transported Elvis Presley to Baptist Memorial Hospital on August 16, 1977 Augmented Reality Ghost Experiences — using the free GoSeeum app, see Elvis "appear" in the room where he trained (Coming Soon) Family-friendly. Photos encouraged.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- TigerMan Karate Dojo & Museum
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Memphis
- Its from-price is 55% below the median of the 78 experiences we list in Memphis.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Memphis
Memphis is a Mississippi River city in Tennessee, home of the blues and Elvis, with Beale Street, Sun Studio, Graceland and slow-smoked barbecue.
Memphis stands on a bluff above the Mississippi River in south-west Tennessee, and its streets are a birthplace of the blues, soul and rock and roll. Beale Street, lined with neon-lit blues clubs, is the best known of its music strips. Sun Studio, a small recording room, is where Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis made early records, and Graceland, the mansion where Elvis lived, is south of the centre.
Top-ranked sights in Memphis: Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum, Peabody Hotel Ducks.
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