South Memphis
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 fascinating museums.
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 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.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour: Memphis Beyond Beale
Top hotels in South Memphis
Hu. Hotel
Checking in the clerk was very friendly and helpful. It was the shifts that followed that was horrible. The customer service went down tremendously from that evening til the next day. We also experienced the smell of marijuana heavily in our room after being gone all day. The staff handled this very ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Staff was awesome A+
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
We stayed in an interior room which had a balcony that overlooked the store. The balcony had rocking chairs and table with 4 chairs. We loved eating and drinking there. The room was very clean and the beds were comfy. The spacious bathroom has a walk in shower plus large tub. We were on the 3rd floor ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Peabody Memphis
A trip back in time, all was fantastic, accommodations from upkeep, rooms, restaurant food and the drinks in the lobby bar was fantastic. The hotel gives you the feeling of going 50 years back in time. Southern charm and hospitality. And not to forget the Duck ceremony every day, going from the fountain ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Room was clean, housekeeping did a great job. Breakfast was what to be expected for being included in the stay. You have a mixture of staff hospitality. Parking was extra but on the property able to access from the building.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Totally enjoyed the hottub and pool. But only one elevator was working
Reviewed on 30 Mar 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 Statue of Elvis or Orpheum Theatre 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.
Victorian Village Historic District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in Victorian Village Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Mallory-Neely House or Woodruff-Fontaine House.
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.
