Explore The Core

Horse-drawn carriages trot down Main Street's cobblestone walkways past bustling bars and local restaurants. Explore Memphis history and heritage in the heart of downtown.

The Peabody Memphis
The original Peabody's history dates back to 1869. And since 1925 a newer, grander Peabody has been welcoming guests through its doors on Second and Union. Experience the grand lobby, fine dining, seasonal rooftop parties, and world-famous duck march at the historic 4-star hotel. 
Center For Southern Folklore
Immerse yourself in the history of Southern music, tradition and culture. Dine, shop, and enjoy frequent live music performances throughout each week.
AutoZone Park
Known as one of the top minor league baseball parks in the country, AutoZone Park is home to the AAA Memphis Redbirds, an affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. In 2019, Memphis 901 FC, the city's United Soccer League team, also made AutoZone Park its home field. Grab a hot dog, barbecue nachos, shaved ice or soft serve and enjoy a fun day with the family.
Cotton Museum
Visit the former Cotton Exchange building and learn more about the fabric of our lives® and how the cash crop contributed to the rise of the Mid-South region. 
Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous
The mouth-watering aroma of authentic Memphis barbecue will be the first thing you'll notice as you make your way down the dark alley to this world-famous barbecue restaurant. Rendezvous has been serving up delicious, smoky flavor since 1948 and has all the original Memphis charm to prove it. 
Food Festivals
Whether you're getting spicy at the Southern Hot Wing Festival or cracking crawfish at the Rajun Cajun Crawfish Festival, you'll enjoy live performances, delicious food, and a whole lot of fun with friends. 
peabody duck march
Music at Center for Southern Folklore Memphis
Redbirds Autozone Park
Cotton Museum - Andrea Zucker
Rendezvous Ribs
People sharing crawfish at the crawfish festival memphis
Downtown Memphis
Around The Core
  • 117 Prime â€“ A traditional American steakhouse and superb bourbon collection.
  • 3rd & Court – A new take on an old classic diner.
  • Aldo’s – A New York-style pizzeria in Memphis.
  • Bardog Tavern – A local favorite for pub food and drinks.
  • Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art – Asian and Judaic galleries and a Holocaust memorial gallery.
  • Blind Bear Speakeasy – Roaring 20s-theme bar and pool hall.
  • Center For Southern Folklore – Eclectic center featuring the revolution of Southern culture.
  • Chez Felippe – Classic French restaurant in the grand lobby of Peabody Memphis.
  • Cotton Museum – A collection of artifacts and exhibits to retell stories of when cotton was king in Memphis.
  • Court Square – A historic park featuring a large fountain, gazebo, benches, and often street performers.
  • Felicia Suzanne’s – Contemporary fine dining restaurant with patio and Southern fare.
  • Fire Museum of Memphis – Historic firehouse with interactive exhibits for the family.
  • Hotel Indigo – Memorabilia from regional blues and rock legends plays loudly at this colorful boutique hotel.
  • Hotel Napoleon - Boutique hotel with swanky decor.
  • Hu. Hotel â€“ A mid-century sleek hotel near the Mississippi River.
  • Kooky Canuck â€“ Home of the 4 lb. Kookamonga Burger.
  • Local Gastropub â€“ Attractive bar with inventive pub food.
  • Main Street Trolley â€“ A streetcar transit system that costs $1 per fare.
  • Majestic Grille – Award-winning restaurant showing silent film classics over dinner.
  • Memphis Redbirds – Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
  • Peabody Ducks – World-famous residents of the Peabody Rooftop Penthouse.
  • Peabody Memphis – Luxury hotel in a traditional brick building with modern accommodations.
  • Peabody Rooftop Parties – A weekly Peabody hotel staple throughout the summer in Memphis
  • Paula & Raiford’s Disco – Eclectic nightclub unlike any other club in Memphis.
  • Rendezvous – Internationally-acclaimed barbecue restaurant.
  • Rajun Cajun Crawfish Festival – Largest annual barbecue festival in Memphis
  • Southern Hot Wing Festival – A beautiful tribute to the drummie, flat, flap, and everything in between.
  • Texas de Brazil – An upscale Brazilian steakhouse featuring all-you-can-eat grilled meat.
  • USL Soccer: Memphis 901FC â€“ Memphis' American professional soccer team