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
After visiting Beale Street, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Memphis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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 fascinating museums.
Top hotels in South Memphis
Hu. Hotel
Wonderful staff, clean rooms
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Nice bed
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Peabody Memphis
This is an old hotel where you can grab a drink at the beautiful lobby. However, the rooms are old. The bathroom was not clean. The tub had other people's hair. The actual room is just old. The breakfast was not good.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Great
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Easy check in, super clean, everything is so beautiful
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
I loved to staff were amazing thank you for a great trip.
Reviewed on 3 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.
