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.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
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.
Wolfchase Galleria
During your trip to Memphis, you can enjoy retail therapy at Wolfchase Galleria. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 History Bus Tour
Our pick of the best South Main Hotel Deals
ARRIVE Memphis
Cool room! Reminded me of a NYC flat apartment. Very clean. Staff was super nice! Absolutely no issues. We were in Memphis for a dance competition at the Renasant Convention center and this hotel was easy to navigate to/from the convention center.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton
Fantastic location right at the train station. The whole hotel has a great vibe to it. Walking distance to the Civil Rights museum.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Pontotoc
This was my second stay at this property and I enjoyed everything about it. The beds are exceptionally comfortable. The staff is easy to reach. The complimentary breakfast delivered to the room was a nice touch. The onsite bar is upscale and service was excellent. The location is very walkable and ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Staff was amazing!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hu. Hotel
Staff was great, room was clean, beds were comfy! Easy walk to beale st
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Amazing and we look forward too returning
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
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.
Harbor Town
Harbor Town might not have many top sights, but Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Cannon Center for Performing Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
