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 acclaimed theater scene.
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 entertainment choices 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 during your stay in Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Memphis Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Memphis Zoo home during your travels in Memphis? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Things to do
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis Discovery Tour with Riverboat Cruise on Mississippi River
Memphis: Entry Ticket to the Edge Motor Museum
Top hotels in South Memphis
Hu. Hotel
Great position and staff. Nice rooms . Excellent
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Airport shuttle was great
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Excellent customer service, cleanliness, comfortable bed!
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
Staff was great. Lodge was spotless. However, we got there an hour early & they wanted us to pay $50 for early check in. After driving 6 hours to get told we had to wait another hour is aggravating & pointless knowing that our room is ready for us to occupy it. Just another way to get more ...
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Hotel Indigo Memphis Downtown by IHG
Staff was great, clean and easy service
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
The hotel and services were good, room nice, breakfast good.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
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.
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.
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 Statue of Elvis or Orpheum Theatre while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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 Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and Children's Museum of Memphis, a few notable attractions nearby.
