Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid — Attraction in Memphis

A family of four, a mom and a dad with two young kids arrive here at a Friday evening around 9:05pm and walk into the lobby. They get stopped by the security guard lady at the entrance who tells them that it is closed. There are still customers inside who are wrapping up and some are slowly finding their way out, so inside it is not completely empty yet, people can be seen around. It is a Friday evening, so it is still lively despite the waning minutes as people are still crowding the front of the shop, some chatting and some finding their way to their cars, and some others are also still entering the lobby area. The family says that they just want to get in to take a peek and take photos for a minute. The guard says that they can come back the next morning. The family says that they're traveling, just drove from Nashville and going towards Little Rock, just stopping by in Memphis area and that they won't be able to come tomorrow because the shop opens at 11am and the family needs to be on the road before then. The family explains her this. So she reluctantly says OK. They spend about 20 seconds in front of the stuffed animals scene taking photos. When the dad walks about 10 yards towards inside the pyramid to go look up the pyramid and to take some pictures, the guard starts yelling at the whole family. There are still employees and customers inside who can be seen and the family is not interrupting anyone or anything, they are not keeping the place from closing. The shop is still wrapping up the day, which will probably take another half an hour to close. So, bravo to the security lady that she chased the family by yelling, bravo! All the family did was try to take a few pictures for a minute inside the shop. What a nice job this security guard lady did! My other question to the manager or whomever responsible: why would you close as early as 9pm on a Friday evening? This seems to be a great attraction to visit. And why would you open as late as 11am on a Saturday morning? Why is your security guard so keen on chasing away families who may want to come in and take a peek and snap some photos? I was planning to book Bass Pro Shop for a large event but after this, I am not sure whether I...

The Bass Pro Shops in Springfield, Missouri is great, but the one at the Pyramid in Memphis, Tennessee is even better.

The sales floor has several ponds with large fish, including bass, trout, catfish, and a number of enormous sturgeon.

There is a Wahlburgers restaurant on the main floor and there is a gourmet restaurant and bar, called the Lookout, at the peak of the Pyramid.

There is a bowling alley, called the Fish Bowl, just off the sales floor of the Bass Pro Shops.

There is the country's tallest ffree-standing elevator that will take you to the observation deck(s) at the top of the Pyramid. The elevator ride is not free, however. Round trip for adults is $8.00 per and $4.00 per child over 4 years of age. The view from the glass-floored observation deck is worth the price. Hotel guests staying at the Big Cypress Lodge get to ride the elevator free for their entire stay.

The best feature, in my opinion, is the hotel at the Pyramid. It is called The Big Cypress Lodge, and the rooms are spectacular. Our room overlooked the sales floor and had a great view of one of the ponds. The sturgeon were fun to watch from the back porch of our room. The theme of our room was hunting lodge, with a deer head and taxidermied pheasant on the wall. The bathroom was a California style bath, with separate shower, whirlpool tub, separate toilet area, and separate dual sink area. Very nice!

My favorite feature if the room was the large porch that overlooked the entire Bass Pro Shops sales floor. There were two rocking chairs with a drinks table. There was also a large round table with four chairs (nice for entertaining guests). The view was so nice that I sat out there a number of times during our stay.

There is valet parking for the Big Cypress Lodge guests, and a free Shuttle van that will take you from the hotel and back, up to a 3 mile distance from the hotel.

Memphis has a lot to see and do, but you could remain at the Bass Pro Shops for your entire Memphis visit and still not feel...

This isn’t just another outdoor store—it’s a destination. Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid in Memphis is a massive, immersive experience that outdoor lovers, families, and tourists alike will enjoy. From the outside, it’s already impressive, but once you walk in, it’s like stepping into an adventure.

Inside, there’s more than just gear—there’s a full indoor swamp with live fish and alligators, towering aquariums, an indoor bowling alley, an archery range, and even a shooting gallery. If you’re up for an unforgettable view, the elevator takes you to the top of the pyramid for a stunning look over the Mississippi River via the Lookout—a glass observation deck that’s worth the small ticket price.

The Wahlburgers Wild restaurant inside is a nice bonus. The food is pretty good, especially the burgers and shakes, but be warned—the wait times can be long during peak hours, so plan ahead or try to go during off times.

Shopping-wise, it’s packed with everything from outdoor apparel to boats, ATVs, and a surprisingly big selection of home décor and gifts. And if you’re really about that outdoors life, there's even a hotel inside: Big Cypress Lodge, with rooms that look like upscale cabins.

You can’t fish in the indoor waters (unfortunately—I was eyeing some big catfish), but just walking around is an experience in itself. Whether you’re shopping, sightseeing, or just there for the vibes, this place is totally worth checking out.

Final Thoughts: Clean, exciting, and full of personality. Great for a day trip or stop while passing through Memphis. A strong 4.4/5 stars—with a little shorter wait at the restaurant, it would...