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

A rustic wooden cabin with a staircase leading to the entrance, a framed picture on the wall, and a green informational board to the right.

Stax Museum of American Soul Music

9.0/10 (311 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Stax Museum of American Soul Music in Memphis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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Things to do

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

฿657
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland

Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland

฿7,063
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

฿1,623
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission

Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission

฿12,471
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

฿1,442
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
Memphis True Crime Tour

Memphis True Crime Tour

฿1,334
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis True Crime 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 ฿2,922 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿2,922
฿3,623 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
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! (2,102 reviews)
"We love everything about this hotel."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Hu. Hotel
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

4 out of 5
33 BEALE STREET Memphis TN
The price is ฿4,790 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿4,790
฿5,755 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,740 reviews)
"Pretty delightful experience. No real issues. Staff was pleasant. Rooftop view was really nice. Food was good"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
The Guest House at Graceland

The Guest House at Graceland

4 out of 5
3600 Elvis Presley Blvd Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,135 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿6,135
฿7,894 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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! (2,872 reviews)
"Everyone was so helpful and friendly. Great service."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

The Guest House at Graceland
Big Cypress Lodge

Big Cypress Lodge

5 out of 5
1 Bass Pro Drive Memphis TN
The price is ฿7,636 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿7,636
฿9,802 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (1,676 reviews)
"Hotel staff were helpful with the questions we had."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
The Peabody Memphis

The Peabody Memphis

3.5 out of 5
149 Union Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿5,972 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿5,972
฿7,923 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Memphis. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Beale Street and Peabody Ducks are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We love staying at the Peabody. Beautiful hotel with so much history."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

The Peabody Memphis
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown

Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown

2.5 out of 5
100 N Front St Memphis TN
The price is ฿3,441 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿3,441
฿4,153 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,236 reviews)
"Great location, staff were helpful, hot breakfast was decent. Room was clean and the water pressure in the shower was as good as you're going to get."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
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Where to stay in South Memphis

Find the best South Memphis areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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East Memphis

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

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.

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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 Whitehaven Lane Park might round out your trip.

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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.

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