Memphis

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Memphis
Memphis
Memphis
Memphis

Memphis Travel Guide Video

A mecca for music lovers and the barbecue-obsessed, this soulful Southern city manages to preserve tradition while maintaining a forward-looking spirit.

Memphis is a city forever associated with music. Elvis fans flock here to see the King’s over-the-top mansion, and the recording studio where he, together with the likes of Johnny Cash and B.B. King, all made music. When you’re not paying homage to Memphis’ musical greats, visit the city’s historic sites, explore top-notch museums and feast on succulent smoked meats.

Start your musical pilgrimage at Graceland, the former home of Elvis Presley. Examine his record collection, view the animal print and plant-dotted Jungle Room and pay your respects at his grave, which is located on the grounds. Music fans can also peek inside the venerable Sun Studio, where the likes of Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis and others all recorded their tracks. Browse the exhibits at the Memphis Rock'n'Soul Museum and Stax Museum of American Soul Music.

Educate yourself on Memphis’s history at a range of key locations. Top of any traveler’s list should be the National Civil Rights Museum, which is housed in the Lorraine Motel where Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968. Also worth a look is the family-friendly Pink Palace Museum, where exhibits are devoted to history, culture and science. The Slave Haven Underground Railroad Museum educates visitors on life in the pre-Civil War South.

For kids, Memphis offers a couple of superb animal-oriented attractions. Bring little ones to see the fountain-splashing ducks at the famous Peabody Hotel and the giant pandas at the Memphis Zoo. For adults hoping to experience the city’s legendary nightlife, take a stroll down the bar and blues club-lined Beale Street in downtown Memphis.

Memphis is located near the Mississippi River on the southwestern border of Tennessee. To get to Memphis, fly into Memphis International Airport. Use the trolley and public buses to navigate Downtown and Midtown. If you plan on exploring outside these neighborhoods, it’s advisable to rent a car. Plan your visit for spring or fall when the weather is warm but has yet to reach the sizzling summer highs of July and August.

Where to stay in Memphis

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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.

Downtown Memphis
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East Memphis

East Memphis is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Memphis Botanic Garden and Dixon Gallery and Gardens.

East Memphis
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Midtown

Theaters, live music, and museums are just a few things travelers enjoy about Midtown. Check out Minglewood Hall or Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church while you're exploring the area.

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Whitehaven

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Full Gospel Tabernacle Church might round out your trip.

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Southwind

Travelers come to Southwind for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mike Rose Soccer Complex and TPC Southwind while you're in town.

Southwind
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New Pathways

While visiting New Pathways, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and FedExForum.

New Pathways
Hu. Hotel

Hu. Hotel

3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue, Memphis, TN
The price is P5,032 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P5,032
P6,240 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,332 reviews)
"Clean"

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Hu. Hotel
Memphis Vitality Hotel

Memphis Vitality Hotel

4 out of 5
2625 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Memphis, TN
The price is P5,395 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
P5,395
P7,066 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Dixon Gallery and Gardens and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (885 reviews)
"Staff was curteous and friendly food was good overall stay was pleasant"

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Memphis Vitality Hotel
Hyatt Place Memphis Primacy Park

Hyatt Place Memphis Primacy Park

3 out of 5
1220 Primacy Pkwy, Memphis, TN
The price is P5,315 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P5,315
P6,426 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Hyatt Place Memphis Primacy Park
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The Rambler

The Rambler

4 out of 5
400 S Main St, Memphis, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (468 reviews)
"Great spot"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

The Rambler
The Stallion

The Stallion

4 out of 5
436 S Front St, Memphis, TN
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Beale Street and National Civil Rights ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"Safe area for family Clean and walkable big rooms"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

The Stallion
stayAPT Suites Memphis-Cordova-Wolfchase

stayAPT Suites Memphis-Cordova-Wolfchase

4 out of 5
1667 Chickering Ln, 75, Cordova, TN
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Cordova. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bellevue Baptist Church ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (25 reviews)
"The only issue was the elevator didn't work upon our arrival and the first day. It was just a hassle lugging our luggage up and the baby up flights of stairs. It didn't work the next day but they did repair it by Sunday. The suite was nice but the floors could use alittle more attention my toddler ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

stayAPT Suites Memphis-Cordova-Wolfchase
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