Memphis
United States · TennesseeUS
City in Tennessee, United States
Memphis is a city in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States, and its county seat. Situated along the Mississippi River, it had a population of 633,104 at the 2020 census, making it the second-most populous city in Tennessee, the fifth-most populous in the Southeast, and the 28th-most populous in the US. Memphis is the largest city proper on the Mississippi River and anchors the Memphis area that includes parts of Arkansas and Mississippi, the 45th-most populous metropolitan area in the U.S. with 1.34 million residents.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 633,104
- Coordinates
- 35.150, -90.049
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Elevation
- 103 m
Overview of Memphis
Set in Tennessee, United States, Memphis is a busy regional city. It counts about 633,104 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Memphis is strongest on culture, nightlife and nature. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Memphis
Culture in Memphis
(6)Our data lists Ancient Ruins, Cathedrals, Cemeteries, Churches and Docks as culture options here. The full list runs to 6 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Memphis.
Nightlife in Memphis
(4)For nightlife, expect Clubs, Disco, Events and Music. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Memphis.
Nature in Memphis
(3)Memphis records Gardens, Valleys and Walkways under nature. All of it is drawn from Memphis's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Family in Memphis
(2)Family in Memphis covers Playgrounds and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Memphis.
Shopping in Memphis
(1)Under shopping, Memphis is tagged with Food. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Memphis.
Sports in Memphis
(1)On the sports side, Memphis offers Biking. All of it is drawn from Memphis's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Memphis
(1)Our data lists Kayaking as water sports options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Memphis.
Best time to visit Memphis
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Memphis straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: America/Chicago.
Similar destinations
Places near Memphis that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Memphis known for?
- Memphis, in Tennessee, United States, is best known for culture, nightlife and nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 633,104 residents.
- What can you do in Memphis?
- Recorded activities in Memphis include Ancient Ruins, Cathedrals, Cemeteries, Churches and Docks. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Memphis?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Memphis located?
- Memphis is located in Tennessee, United States. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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