South Main Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Main
Popular places to visit
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
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.
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 fascinating museums.
Activities
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour: Memphis Beyond Beale
Our pick of the best South Main Hotel Deals
The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton
Very great atmosphere. Staff was very welcoming and friendly!
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
ARRIVE Memphis
Clean and very stylish room, the staff was great.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
The Rambler
Perfect place will definitely stay again
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hotel Pontotoc
Beautiful suite! Very clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Everything was perfect, most definitely will be coming back.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hu. Hotel
Clean and cool hotel. There’s a rooftop bar. The rooms were spacious!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Main
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Cannon Center for Performing Arts during your time in the area.
