Downtown Memphis Travel Guide
Visit Downtown Memphis
Popular places to visit
Beale Street
Studded with major landmarks, famous works of architecture and countless live music venues, the “Home of Blues” is the best way to discover early 20th-century Memphis.
National Civil Rights Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Peabody Ducks
Find out about the history of Memphis with a stop at Peabody Ducks. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Orpheum Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Orpheum Theatre, a popular theatre in Memphis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
AutoZone Park
Catch an event at AutoZone Park during your trip to Memphis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Mud Island River Park
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Mud Island River Park during your travels in Memphis. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
A Self Guided Walking Tour of Brews, Blues and BBQ in Memphis
Taste of Downtown Memphis Food Tour
Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Memphis Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Memphis
New Pathways
If you're spending some time in New Pathways, Sun Studio and FedEx Forum are top sights worth seeing.
South Main
While visiting South Main, you might make a stop by sights like Blues Hall of Fame Museum and Railroad & Trolley Museum.
Uptown
Uptown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavillion and Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid while you're in town.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
Harbor Town
Harbor Town might not have many top sights, but Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Cannon Center for Performing Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mud Island
The stunning river views and great live music are just a few highlights of Mud Island. Make a stop by Mud Island River Park or Mississippi Greenbelt Park while you're exploring the area.