Quick Guide
June through August is peak season in Memphis; temperatures often climb above 90 degrees, with high humidity. Spring in Memphis is lovely — in April and May, temperatures are mild, flowers are blooming and musicians are playing in the streets.
If you want to take advantage of fewer crowds and cheaper hotels, October and November are good months to visit.
Visas
Travelers from outside the United States will need a valid passport, as well as ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) eligibility or a full visa.
Money
Currency is in U.S. dollars. ATMs are widely available.
Getting Here
The Memphis International Airport is about 10 miles southeast of downtown. To get from the airport to downtown, take a taxi, rent a car, use a rideshare app or take the bus — there’s a public bus stop located in front of Terminal C at the baggage claim level. If you’re staying at a hotel downtown, it’s worth checking to see if there’s a shuttle.
Getting Around
It’s easiest to navigate Memphis by car (either via a rental, taxi or rideshare). Alternately, use the Memphis Area Transit Authority’s citywide buses or trolley system. One-way trolley fares cost just $1.
June through August is peak season in Memphis; temperatures often climb above 90 degrees, with high humidity. Spring in Memphis is lovely — in April and May, temperatures are mild, flowers are blooming and musicians are playing in the streets.
If you want to take advantage of fewer crowds and cheaper hotels, October and November are good months to visit.
Visas
Travelers from outside the United States will need a valid passport, as well as ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) eligibility or a full visa.
Money
Currency is in U.S. dollars. ATMs are widely available.
Getting Here
The Memphis International Airport is about 10 miles southeast of downtown. To get from the airport to downtown, take a taxi, rent a car, use a rideshare app or take the bus — there’s a public bus stop located in front of Terminal C at the baggage claim level. If you’re staying at a hotel downtown, it’s worth checking to see if there’s a shuttle.
Getting Around
It’s easiest to navigate Memphis by car (either via a rental, taxi or rideshare). Alternately, use the Memphis Area Transit Authority’s citywide buses or trolley system. One-way trolley fares cost just $1.
Did You Know?
The city is named after Memphis, Egypt — and fittingly, the iconic, 321-foot Memphis Pyramid is one of the largest in the world.
