South Memphis, TN
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 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 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 fascinating museums.
Things to do
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
Memphis Discovery Tour with Riverboat Cruise on Mississippi River
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
South Memphis Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Really ended up loving this place. Staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Relaxing environment. Clean rooms. Nice decor.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Toilets need to be higher. You have people 5’5”” and taller staying there and seniors. The 16” toilets are a bit too low. The lighting is very dull.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
The room was absolutely beautiful, the balcony was perfect, staff was great and attentive, we definitely will be back! My husband and I came for an anniversary weekend and it was perfect! We loved everything about it!
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Hotel Indigo Memphis Downtown by IHG
Clean, quiet, great location, great parking, fantastic amenities and fantastic staff
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Great hotel
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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
Home to the Memphis Redbirds and Grizzlies NBA team, this central business district offers entertainment, dining, and attractions like Beale Street, FedExForum, and AutoZone Park. Easily accessible via major highways and public transit options.
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.
