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 entertainment choices and great live music.
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 great live music in this romantic 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 entertainment choices.
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.
Top hotels in South Memphis
Hu. Hotel
needed a small micro wave and coffee pot.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Room- it was disappointing, especially after $500/night for the room.. to have to pay $6.00 for a bottle of water… That first bottle of water should be complementary… Elvis would be very disappointed. If you are going to leave a “baby size soap” Please provide a soap dish to put it in.. As the Guest ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Peabody Memphis
Comfortable beds
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
The room was very clean , staff was nice . Just had a problem with not having enough towels.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Very luxurious hotel. Free valet with convinent pre call on your phone. Hit a button and 5 min later your car is out front waiting. Freindly people and great rooms.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Room was clean. Staff was very nice, and breakfast menu was good.
Reviewed on 8 May 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.
