South Memphis
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Popular places to visit
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
You can spend time studying the exhibits at 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 with a stop at 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
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 fascinating museums.
University of Memphis
Explore the campus of University of Memphis during your stay in Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour
Top hotels in South Memphis
Hu. Hotel
The room was fine. The desk staff were very friendly. We enjoyed our stay. The only thing we didn't like was slow drain in the bathroom sink.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Gorgeous Hotel!! The theater had awesome concert movies of Elvis, the lobby bar, entertainment, coffee snack bar & restaurants were fantastic! Loved everything about this resort . PS: The rooms are Beautiful!
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Everything was great! Make the check-in desk more obvious.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Clean room and excellent staff
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Everything great
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
a bit beat up
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Memphis
South Main
If you're spending some time in South Main, Blues Hall of Fame Museum and Railroad & Trolley Museum are top sights worth seeing.
New Pathways
While visiting New Pathways, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and FedExForum.
Downtown Memphis
Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and live music. You might want to check out attractions like Orpheum Theatre or Gibson Guitar Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Medical District
If you're spending some time in Medical District, Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home are top sights worth seeing.
Central Gardens
Central Gardens might not have many top sights, but Minglewood Hall and Overton Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cooper-Young Historic District
The restaurants and churches are a few reasons travelers visit Cooper-Young Historic District. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Memphis Sports & Events Center and Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.
