Memphis Interactive Map
Explore this detailed Memphis map showing riverfront, music districts, and transportation networks. Memphis sits on the Mississippi River with deep musical roots and a major logistics footprint.
This interactive map of Memphis allows you to explore the city's geography, including its Mississippi River bluffs, historic Beale Street, and major logistics infrastructure. Click on markers to learn more about specific locations across the Bluff City.
About Memphis - Bluff City
Memphis sits on the Mississippi River with deep musical roots and a major logistics footprint. Founded in 1819, the city covers 324.0 sq mi with a population of 633,104 and serves as a center for logistics (major FedEx hub), healthcare, and music/entertainment tourism.
The Memphis map reveals the city's unique position as a river port and musical heritage center that shaped American culture.
Memphis Quick Facts
- Nickname: Bluff City
- State: Tennessee
- Population: 633,104
- Area: 324.0 sq mi
- Founded: 1819
- Region: South (Southeast)
- Time Zone: Central Time (CT)
Memphis Geography and Districts
Downtown fronts the Mississippi bluffs; I‑40/55 converge near the river crossings. Grids loosen into suburban curvilinear streets eastward; greenways trace the riverfront.
Major Districts
- Downtown - Business district with Beale Street entertainment corridor
- Midtown - Historic neighborhoods with Overton Park and cultural institutions
- South Memphis - Graceland area and airport corridor
- East Memphis - Suburban development with shopping and medical centers
Memphis Transportation Networks
MATA buses and vintage trolleys (Downtown) provide public transit. Memphis International Airport serves as a major FedEx cargo hub.
Major Transportation Hubs
- Airport: Memphis International Airport (MEM)
- Highways: I-40, I-55, I-240
- Public Transit: MATA buses, Main Street trolley system
- River: Mississippi River port and bridge connections to Arkansas
Memphis Landmarks and Attractions
The Memphis map reveals numerous landmarks that showcase the city's musical heritage and river culture.
Iconic Landmarks
- Graceland - Elvis Presley's home and tourist destination
- Beale Street - Historic blues district with live music venues and restaurants
- National Civil Rights Museum - Located at the historic Lorraine Motel
- Sun Studio - "Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll" recording studio
- Big River Crossing - Pedestrian bridge across the Mississippi River
Memphis Economy and Industries
Logistics (major FedEx hub), healthcare, and music/entertainment tourism drive Memphis's economy. The city serves as a major distribution center for the Mid-South region.
Key Economic Centers
- Airport Area - FedEx global hub and cargo operations
- Medical District - Hospitals and research institutions
- Downtown - Tourism, entertainment, and government offices
- Industrial Corridor - Manufacturing and distribution facilities
Memphis Climate and Geography
Humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters. Memphis's location on the Mississippi River creates a climate influenced by the river's moderating effects and seasonal flooding patterns.
The city's geography is defined by its position on bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, with the historic downtown area elevated above the floodplain and providing strategic views across the river valley.
How to Use This Memphis Map
This interactive Memphis map provides multiple ways to explore the Bluff City. Use the zoom controls to focus on specific music districts or riverfront areas, and click on markers to access information about musical landmarks, historic sites, and cultural attractions.
Whether you're planning a visit to Memphis, studying music history, or researching the city's role in American culture, this map serves as your comprehensive guide. The map includes major highways, the trolley system, and highlights both musical heritage sites and logistics infrastructure that define Memphis's character.
For educational purposes, this Memphis map helps students understand how geography influences cultural development, showing how Memphis's position on the Mississippi River contributed to its role as a musical crossroads and transportation hub in American history.