South Memphis, TN
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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 entertainment choices and great live music.
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 fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Beale Street
You can learn more about the history of Memphis during your trip to a top site like Beale Street. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
National Civil Rights Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
South Memphis Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around South Memphis
![Memphis is a cool place to visit. The train station is in the area where Mystery Train was filmed. The Arcade restaurant is across the street. Famous because it was in the movie and mostly because that is where Elvis used to eat.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dddafcf23537aec5f2aa9b3cc8052568.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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New Pathways
While visiting New Pathways, you might make a stop by sights like Beale Street and FedEx Forum.
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Medical District
If you're spending some time in Medical District, Sun Studio and Morris Park are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
![Beale Street showing nightlife, night scenes and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478529-Memphis.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Ok, I’ve had BBQ from all the hot spots in the USA. Texas, North Carolina, a close second was Springfield , MO but this place topped them all. Central BBQ in Memphis, TN. The wait is usually out the door but it’s well worth it! I had to showcase it here if you’re visiting Memphis. It’s worth a taste. It’s my favorite!!!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7c308156cb73c5d9f1ea9d53a05c7e0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.