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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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 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.
Activities
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Our pick of the best South Memphis Hotel Deals
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
The Guest House at Graceland
Was a great stay but was no free breakfast. Had to pay $50 out of pocket .
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Our room window was by main street. Motorcycles, hemi's racing all night. Gun shots nearby, but there was security there. Overall OK
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
My room was really nice and very clean. The front desk associates were very friendly. The shuttle driver was nice and recommended different places to visit and eat. I would surely stay here again.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
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.
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.
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.
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, Memphis Sports & Events Center and Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
