Downtown Memphis Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Memphis
Popular places to visit
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.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum 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.
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 great live music.
The Peabody Memphis
You can learn about the history of Memphis with a stop at The Peabody Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Orpheum Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Orpheum Theatre, a popular theatre in Memphis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour
Memphis City Tour with Sun Studio Admission
Our pick of the best Downtown Memphis Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
"Room was excellent - roof bar was excellent bonus with gorgeous view of bridge & Mississippi River - downtown location so walkable"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
"Great location, it smells amazing every time we walked through the doors. There were plenty of chill games to play in one area. Ping pong, table ice hockey and more. Beautiful indoor sun rooms with grass walls and string lights. The property is well managed and clean, pool area is super chill with ..."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
The Peabody Memphis
"Beautiful hotel with a large lobby and live entertainment. We like the high quality restaurants on site. Comfortable beds and rooms, however bathrooms could be larger. No double sink or 2 person capacity in some rooms."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
"Great location, beautiful view of the Mississippi River from the room and the bass pro pyramid is close by. The staff were absolutely wonderful, friendly and helpful! Beds and furniture were clean. Parking is great also if you have a car and breakfast was great selection! The building is definitely ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Memphis Riverline Hotel
"I enjoy the stay very much! Rooms a clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
The Westin Memphis Beale Street
"Clean hotel, nice rooms, felt safe"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Memphis
East Memphis
Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Galloway Golf Course and Leftwich Tennis Center.
Midtown
Theatres, live music and museums are some highlights of Midtown. Make a stop by Minglewood Hall or Memphis Brooks Museum of Art while you're exploring.
Whitehaven
The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Tri-State Bank of Memphis might round out your trip.
Southwind
Southwind is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mike Rose Soccer Complex or TPC Southwind.
South Memphis
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in South Memphis. You might want to make time for a stop at Mason Temple or Stax Museum of American Soul Music.
Downtown Memphis Travel Guide
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- Beale Street
- Beale Street Landing
- Visit Cordova
- Visit Counce
- Graceland
- Hernando de Soto Bridge
- Visit Cooper-Young Historic District
- Visit Parkway Village
- Visit Whitehaven
- Memphis Holidays
- Visit Millington
- National Civil Rights Museum
- Overton Park
- Peabody Ducks
- Visit Samburg
- Stax Museum of American Soul Music
