memory lane

American  

noun

1. the memory of one's past life likened to a road down which one may travel.

   The class reunion was a trip down memory lane.

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Etymology

Origin of memory lane

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

“It can be both a lot of fun and a bit sad to go through photographs and letters, but one thing is certain: If you start with them, you will definitely get stuck down memory lane and may never get around to cleaning anything else,” she wrote.

From The Wall Street Journal

Berkshire’s purchase of New York Times marks a trip down memory lane for the company since Berkshire has long had a soft spot for the newspaper business.

From Barron's

So let’s crank up Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” album and take a ride down memory lane, shall we?

From Los Angeles Times

So says Phil Collins, after discussing some of the health challenges he has faced and taking a stroll down memory lane through his years with Genesis and as a solo performer.

From Los Angeles Times

As well as playing songs from the iconic show, they were joined by cast members Joanna Page, Mathew Horne, Larry Lamb, Alison Steadman and Rob Brydon for a trip down memory lane.

From BBC