South Memphis Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Memphis
Popular places to visit
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Stax Museum of American Soul Music in Memphis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Mason Temple
Find out about the history of Memphis when you take a trip to Mason Temple. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Beale Street
This Home of the Blues contains a thriving music scene, iconic landmarks and a rich history, and allows visitors to experience Memphis as it was at the turn of the 20th century.
University of Memphis
Explore the campus of University of Memphis as part of your travels around Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Memphis Zoo
Why not visit the animals who call Memphis Zoo home during your holiday in Memphis? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Activities
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
Overton Park Shell Guided Backstage History Experience Tour
Our pick of the best South Memphis Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Clean and cool hotel. There’s a rooftop bar. The rooms were spacious!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Everything was perfect, most definitely will be coming back.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
The attention to detail in everything from decor to amenities is incredible! Can’t wait to come back!
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
The room was spotless. The staff was very accommodating, pleasant and all around very friendly
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
The rooms were so quiet! The place was clean.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Staff was amazing. Room was clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Memphis
South Main
While visiting South Main, you might make a stop by sights like Blues Hall of Fame Museum and Railroad & Trolley Museum.
New Pathways
If you're spending some time in New Pathways, Sun Studio and FedExForum are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Memphis
Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and great live music. You might also want to check out attractions like Statue of Elvis or Orpheum Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
Central Gardens
Though Central Gardens may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Minglewood Hall and Overton Square.
Cooper-Young Historic District
Cooper-Young Historic District is well liked for its restaurants and churches. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and Children's Museum of Memphis are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
South Memphis Travel Guide
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- Full Gospel Tabernacle Church
- Beale Street
- Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
- Mason Temple
- Mud Island River Park
- The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
- Mallory-Neely House
- Gibson Guitar Museum
- Memphis Holidays
- National Civil Rights Museum
- Graceland
- Minglewood Hall
- Tom Lee Park
- Cannon Center for Performing Arts
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- Renasant Convention Center
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