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 great live music and fascinating museums.
Mason Temple
Find out about the history of Memphis when you take a trip to Mason Temple. Amble around this family-friendly 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 romantic 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 fascinating museums.
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: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game at FedExForum
Our pick of the best South Memphis Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Room was clean , friendly staff , excellent amenities
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Clean. Friendly. Professional. Helpful. Classy!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Love the view but didn’t really like the burgers at walhburgers
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Memphis Riverline Hotel
We had a nice time staying here, easy to Uber to Beale street. The hotel staff were great. Great service at the bar/restaurant. The valet parking was very easy and we could see our vehicle from the lobby. The old elevator was really cool, however; we did get stuck for a brief moment as the doors ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
The internet was just fine the staff was great I did not get to utilize the pool though I'm going to try and do something with my next time there which I'll be checking in today
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Peabody Memphis
Sheets were not changed after the last persons stay. Blood on sheets dirty underwear tucked under the sheets. Clean better
Reviewed on 7 Mar 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 Orpheum Theatre or Memphis Music Hall of Fame 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.
