Downtown Memphis Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Beale Street
With iconic landmarks, historic buildings and live music venues, Beale Street, "the Home of the Blues" is Memphis as it was at the turn of the 20th century.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Memphis
Hu. Hotel
"Room was clean, staff was helpful, breakfast and parking should be included in the total room price."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
"The location was a great place. Close to a lot of attractions especially a block away from Bealle street."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Memphis Riverline Hotel
"The hotel is dated no doubt. The website pictures are AI, and doesn’t show the real wear and tear of an older hotel. The furniture and carpet needs updating and the walls and ceiling shows water and rust damage. This is not what I consider a $300/night hotel with a $35/night valet parking lot. I ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Peabody Memphis
"It’s like stepping back in time. The lobby is so elegant and there’s always wonderful music playing and the duck march is something you should definitely see. I would recommend staying there. The rooms were very clean. Our room was very small, but it didn’t matter because all we did was sleep and ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
"staff was unfriendly and not helpful"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Westin Memphis Beale Street
"I paid two breakfast on my reservation, when I did the check in no one advised that I need something to claim my breakfast, I paid for my breakfast again in the restaurant because nobody knows what to do in that case, In short, I paid for my breakfast twice—once included in my reservation, and a ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown 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.
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.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
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.
