South Memphis Travel Guide

Memphis

A theater with a marquee advertising a live performance by Nick Black.
An indoor exhibit with framed photographs and a large wooden table.
The entrance to the Church of God in Christ World Headquarters.
A museum exhibit with wooden panels and informational displays.
A large auditorium with rows of wooden chairs and a stage.

Stay near popular South Memphis attractions

The entrance to the Church of God in Christ World Headquarters.

Mason Temple

7.0/10 (8 reviews)
Find out about the history of Memphis when you take a trip to Mason Temple. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

฿656
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis Mojo Music Bus Tour

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

฿1,260
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

฿1,620
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis True Crime Tour

Memphis True Crime Tour

฿1,332
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis True Crime Tour
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour

Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour

฿1,050
per adult
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
Memphis Discovery Tour

Memphis Discovery Tour

฿1,620
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Memphis Discovery Tour
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Top hotels in South Memphis

Hu. Hotel

Hu. Hotel

3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿2,662 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿2,662
฿3,306 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,336 reviews)
"You have to pay for parking garage across the street. Staff is very friendly. Bed was comfortable. Nice location to bars and blues."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hu. Hotel
The Peabody Memphis

The Peabody Memphis

5 out of 5
149 Union Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,610 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿6,610
฿8,707 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Beale Street and FedExForum are located ...
The Peabody Memphis
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

4 out of 5
33 BEALE STREET Memphis TN
The price is ฿4,748 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,748
฿5,704 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Big Cypress Lodge

Big Cypress Lodge

5 out of 5
1 Bass Pro Drive Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,700 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿6,700
฿8,683 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy 2 restaurants, private hot tubs and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,789 reviews)
"This hotel is the farthest from five star that I have ever seen! I would say it’s barely 3 stars. They don’t even have a pool. This morning I tried for 30 minutes to call down to the front desk and was on hold for the entire time. Finally, I left my room and walked down to the front desk. The first ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
The Guest House at Graceland

The Guest House at Graceland

4 out of 5
3600 Elvis Presley Blvd Memphis TN
The price is ฿8,229 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿8,229
฿10,434 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,944 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, quiet and easy access to all requirements you need. If you are there for Gracelands best place to stay literally across the road from the main Elvis Gracelands Centre walk 10mins or drive 2mins"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

The Guest House at Graceland
Memphis Riverline Hotel

Memphis Riverline Hotel

4 out of 5
250 N Main St Memphis TN
The price is ฿3,632 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿3,632
฿4,560 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Memphis Riverline Hotel
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Where to stay in South Memphis

Find the best South Memphis areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street lined with neon signs and a crowd of people walking.

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.

A bridge with blue lights at dusk.

East Memphis

Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Theatre Memphis and Memphis Botanic Garden.

A building with Egyptian-themed columns and hieroglyphs, a tall obelisk, and a crowd of people.

Midtown

Theatres, live music and museums are some highlights of Midtown. Make a stop by Minglewood Hall or Memphis Brooks Museum of Art while you're exploring.

A pink Cadillac with chrome detailing, parked indoors.
Photo by Andrew Lucchesi
Open Photo by Andrew Lucchesi

Whitehaven

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Tri-State Bank of Memphis might round out your trip.

A cityscape with a prominent bridge, a river, and a large building with a unique architectural design.

Southwind

Southwind is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mike Rose Soccer Complex or TPC Southwind.

South Memphis Travel Guide