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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 entertainment choices 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 fascinating museums.
Activities
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis: Haunted Memphis Bus Tour
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best South Memphis Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Room was a bit dirty but the staff was unbelievable and the location was great.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Relaxing environment. Clean rooms. Nice decor.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Toilets need to be higher. You have people 5’5”” and taller staying there and seniors. The 16” toilets are a bit too low. The lighting is very dull.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
The room was absolutely beautiful, the balcony was perfect, staff was great and attentive, we definitely will be back! My husband and I came for an anniversary weekend and it was perfect! We loved everything about it!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Pleasant polite staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Memphis Downtown by IHG
Clean, quiet, great location, great parking, fantastic amenities and fantastic staff
Reviewed on 7 Nov 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.
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.
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.
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.
