What's South Memphis like?
If you want to find the perfect part of town to visit, consider South Memphis. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Mason Temple and Joseph E. Walker Residence. There's plenty more to see, including Stax Museum of American Soul Music and Auction Square.
How to get to South Memphis
Flying to:
- Memphis International Airport (MEM), 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from South Memphis
Things to see and do in and around South Memphis
What to see in South Memphis
- Mason Temple
- Joseph E. Walker Residence
- LeMoyne-Owen College
- Auction Square
- Elmwood Cemetery
Things to do near South Memphis:
- Stax Museum of American Soul Music (1.5 mi/2.4 km away)
- National Civil Rights Museum (2.4 mi/3.9 km away)
- Blues Hall of Fame Museum (2.5 mi/4 km away)
- Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum (2.6 mi/4.3 km away)
- Gibson Guitar Museum (2.6 mi/4.3 km away)
When is the best time to visit Memphis?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 26°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, November (average 8°C)
- Rainiest months: April, December, March, May (average 140 mm of rainfall)