South Main Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Graceland

Graceland

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this romantic area.

Graceland
Beale Street which includes nightlife, signage and night scenes

Beale Street

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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.

Beale Street
University of Memphis

University of Memphis

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Memphis as part of your travels around Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

University of Memphis
Memphis Zoo

Memphis Zoo

5/5(1 review)

Why not visit the animals who call Memphis Zoo home during your holiday in Memphis? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Memphis Zoo
National Civil Rights Museum

National Civil Rights Museum

4.5/5(19 reviews)

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 great live music.

National Civil Rights Museum
Peabody Ducks

Peabody Ducks

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Peabody Ducks

Activities

A Self Guided Walking Tour of Brews, Blues and BBQ in Memphis

A Self Guided Walking Tour of Brews, Blues and BBQ in Memphis

AU$18
per adult
A Self Guided Walking Tour of Brews, Blues and BBQ in Memphis
Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$15
per traveller
Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Memphis: Haunted Memphis Bus Tour

Memphis: Haunted Memphis Bus Tour

AU$51
per adult
Memphis: Haunted Memphis Bus Tour
Elvis' Birthplace

Elvis Presley Birthplace Park in Tupelo with Transport from Memphis

AU$331
per adult
Elvis Presley Birthplace Park in Tupelo with Transport from Memphis
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour

Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour

AU$51
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Haunted Pub Crawl in Memphis

Haunted Pub Crawl in Memphis

AU$47
per adult
Haunted Pub Crawl in Memphis
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Our pick of the best South Main Hotel Deals

ARRIVE Memphis
ARRIVE Memphis
4 out of 5
477 S Main St, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$234 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$234
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Great, boutique hotel in a great location. Only downfall was that the valet service closes at 12am and reopens at 6am, leaving me to park in the street since I had to leave early. Very walkable"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

ARRIVE Memphis
The Rambler
The Rambler
4 out of 5
400 S Main St, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$209 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$209
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (442 reviews)
"Great place, location wasn’t perfect but it was close to Beale Street and a lot of other places. I wish the shower had two doors, wasn’t aware of that. But it worked out. Place was clean and smelled great. Love the modern look, TV on the wall in the living and bedroom, and everything you needed like ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

The Rambler
The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
545 South Main, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$251 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$251
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"We are repeat customers! One of my fav places to stay for a staycation!"

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

The Central Station Memphis, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hu. Hotel
Hu. Hotel
3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$188 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$188
23 June - 24 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,213 reviews)
"Just a nice place and atmosphere and around the corner from Bardogs and we had a great time there!"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Hu. Hotel
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Memphis Vitality Hotel
4 out of 5
2625 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Memphis, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$186 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$186
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Dixon Gallery and Gardens and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (672 reviews)
"Technology driven, friendly staff, eclectic lobby area"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Memphis Vitality Hotel
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
4 out of 5
250 N Main St, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$223 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$223
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Good location. Convenient for getting around town and access to the convention center. Memphis' trolley is not running and that is a problem for getting to Beale St and other points on the Main St Mall. That diminishes the score from a 5 to a 4."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around South Main

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New Pathways

If you're spending some time in New Pathways, Sun Studio and FedExForum are top sights worth seeing.

New Pathways
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Downtown Memphis

4/5(33 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Memphis
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Victorian Village Historic District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in Victorian Village Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Mallory-Neely House or Woodruff-Fontaine House.

Victorian Village Historic District
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Pinch District

If you're spending some time in Pinch District, Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavillion are top sights worth seeing.

Pinch District
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Medical District

While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.

Medical District
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Uptown

Uptown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Cannon Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.

Uptown

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