South Memphis Travel Guide
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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 fascinating museums 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
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 great live music.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Memphis Discovery Tour w/ National Civil Rights Museum Admission
Top hotels in South Memphis
Hu. Hotel
This was the worst hotel i have ever stayed at. No where on the website does it talk about parling cost and the incident fee of 75 dollars a day. Breakfast for 10 dollars all you got was nothing health. The party that was on the roof top kept me up that night. The walls are very thin and you can ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
The breakfast was fabulous. There was barbecue potatoes, onions, peppers under our eggs. And there was enough left for breakfast the next day.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Clean room now ce view
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Peabody Memphis
From the moment you walk in you can feel the southern hospitality! Loved watching the duck march and learning about all the history of the Peabody. It’s so beautiful, premium bedding and special touches abound!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Property was very nice, except extremely bad communication on the observation deck hours. The lady at the desk did not inform us that it was on limited hours and it was not posted anywhere. We were only told that it was closing early Sunday. We ended up checking out early due to having nothing else ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
The lobby is quite impressive, lovely and welcoming. Check in is completely contactless with computers there. A staff person is there on standby and very friendly. Parking is free and we saw a “security” car parked which made me feel better. However the room was not as lovely as the rest of the building. ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 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.
