Blanton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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
Studded with major landmarks, famous works of architecture and countless live music venues, the “Home of Blues” is the best way to discover early 20th-century Memphis.
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.
National Civil Rights Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Peabody Ducks
Find out about the history of Memphis with a stop at Peabody Ducks. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Blanton Hotel Deals
Southland Casino Hotel
The room was beautiful and very clean hotel altogether. We were very comfortable and felt secure with the additional security measures.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Hu. Hotel
This was our first stay here and it was excellent!! The entire staff were helpful and pleasant! The nice man who helped us get parked and go over to the garage was so nice! I’m sorry I don’t remember his name - he found me an electric scooter to use and went to the parking garage to help my husband!! ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Absolutely no issue with the hotel. We had noisy neighbors who were slamming doors at 2am. Did not contact the desk. There would have been nothing they would have been able to do.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Very good
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Kiosk only reception. Staff is present in lobby by mostly self service. Small amount of food offerings for sale.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
Very nice facilty, unique, great fun , clean and lots to do
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Blanton
Mud Island
Get to know Mud Island by checking out its river views, live music and theatres. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid or Burkle Estate during your time in the area.
South Main
While visiting South Main, you might make a stop by sights like Blues Hall of Fame Museum and Railroad & Trolley Museum.
Pinch District
If you're spending some time in Pinch District, Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavillion 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.
Uptown
Uptown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Cannon Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.
New Pathways
If you're spending some time in New Pathways, Sun Studio and FedExForum are top sights worth seeing.
