What's Downtown Memphis Like?
Visitors really like Downtown Memphis, especially its live music, restaurants, and riverfront access. Enjoy the neighborhood's entertainment venues, museums, and theater scene. Spend an afternoon at Memphis Music Hall of Fame or Gibson Guitar Museum. There's plenty more to see, including Statue of Elvis and Orpheum Theatre.
How to Get to Downtown Memphis
Flying to:
- Memphis International Airport (MEM), 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Downtown Memphis
Things to See and Do in and around Downtown Memphis
What to See in Downtown Memphis
- Beale Street
- Statue of Elvis
- The Peabody Memphis
- Peabody Ducks
- Beale Street Landing
Things to Do in Downtown Memphis
- Orpheum Theatre
- Memphis Music Hall of Fame
- Gibson Guitar Museum
- Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum
- National Civil Rights Museum
Other Popular Downtown Memphis Attractions
- FedEx Forum
- AutoZone Park
- Lorraine Motel
- Blues Hall of Fame Museum
- Mississippi River Park
When Is the Best Time to Visit Memphis?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 79°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, November (average 46°F)
- Rainiest months: April, December, March, May (average 6 inches of rainfall)