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 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
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.
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.
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 great live music.
Top hotels in South Memphis
Hu. Hotel
Helpful staff and a good location for what I wanted
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Room was clean, the property was very nice, and the valet guys were quick and very kind. Nothing extraordinary but solid hotel and experience.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
The room was beautiful, friendly staff, not much in surrounding areas, could be better food options but all round good stay
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Everyone was very helpful and pleasant! Although going at Christmas I thought the property would have been more decorated and festive … also I wish the Elvis Movies would have been playing through out the day instead of just once a day at 7pm .
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Very good value for Memphis, the hotel is clean, the staff is nice, has indoor pool, outdoor pool, guest laundry and gym, They also have a little store and a bar that serves food in the evenings. We had the pizza and it was good. A few negatives are no in-room microwave or in-room coffee, but there ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Excellent service and helpful staff. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
