Living in or staying in Memphis

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the address reports here.

About Memphis

This Memphis location is in the urban area south of downtown, with a mix of older residential streets, local businesses, institutions, and connecting roads. The pace is generally city-like rather than tourist-focused, and conditions can change noticeably from block to block.

Good for

• culture lovers
• budget travelers
• drivers
• long stays

Less suited to

• first-time visitors
• quiet seekers
• people with limited mobility
• nightlife seekers

Watch out for

• Use well-lit main streets after dark and avoid walking alone on quiet blocks.
• Keep valuables out of sight in parked vehicles.
• Check the immediate block and parking arrangements before booking.
• Use a rideshare or taxi at night if you are unfamiliar with the area.

Sources

• Neighborhoods
• Midtown, Memphis
• List of neighborhoods in Memphis

Local picks

Food & drink

• Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken

  Local · A Memphis institution known for spicy fried chicken and classic Southern sides.

• Huey’s Downtown

  Burgers · A lively downtown staple serving burgers, sandwiches, and Memphis-friendly bar food.

• Felicia Suzanne's

  Local · An acclaimed downtown restaurant offering refined Southern cooking in an intimate setting.

• King’s Palace Café

  Local · A Beale Street favorite for Southern comfort food and live blues atmosphere.

• Crazy Gander Coffee Company

  A convenient downtown coffee stop for espresso drinks and a relaxed local atmosphere.

• Humble Drip

  A downtown coffee shop suited to a quick drink or an easy morning break.

Sights & things to do

• Beale Street

  Memphis’s legendary entertainment district is packed with blues venues, restaurants, and nightlife.

• Memphis Rock ’n’ Soul Museum

  Explore how Memphis musicians shaped rock, soul, blues, and other influential American sounds.

• FedExForum

  The downtown arena hosts major basketball games, concerts, and other large events.

• Court Square

  A historic downtown green space offering a pleasant pause among Memphis’s central landmarks.

• Beale Street music crawl

  Walk between historic clubs and hear live blues at the center of Memphis nightlife.

• Live music at B.B. King’s Blues Club

  Enjoy a classic Memphis night of blues, soul, and Southern food on Beale Street.

• Memphis Listening Lab

  Browse and listen to an extensive record collection in an engaging music-focused space.

• Walk the downtown riverfront

  Stroll along the Mississippi River for open views, fresh air, and striking city perspectives.