Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid offer a chance to explore Memphis' iconic Great American Pyramid, which was constructed in 1991 as a 20,000-seat sporting arena, located along the banks of the Mississippi River near Mud Island. Though the 321-foot Egyptian-themed venue ceased operating as a sporting arena in 2009, it was reopened in 2015 as a megastore for national chain retailer Bass Pro Shops, offering 535,000 square feet of shopping and unique visitor attractions. Visitors can stay at the 103-room Big Cypress Lodge hotel, housed within the pyramid, or explore the Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center, an interactive wetlands educational museum. A nautical-themed restaurant, archery and shooting range, bowling alley, and aquarium are also hosted at the pyramid, along with an observation deck at the structure's tip which may be reached by riding the world's tallest freestanding elevator. Visitors should note that while the pyramid is free to enter, many attractions require a purchase or ticketed upcharge.
1 Bass Pro Dr, Memphis, TN 38105, Phone: 901-291-8200