Lock your car, Memphis

There are many areas of Memphis that are unsafe. Make sure you stay in a well lit area and I don't recommend going out alone at night. The main thing you'll need to be safe about is leaving things in your car when you go out at night. I've known a couple of people whose cars have been broken into. Either take with you things you don't want to lose or leave them at your hotel. I've never had any problems leaving things in the trunk of the car, but we always park in the parking garage at Peabody Place when we go downtown. They don't guarantee your things will be kept safe when you park in the parking garage, but I feel safer parking my car there than I do leaving it on the street.

I just want to make travellers aware that Memphis can be a dangerous place to get lost. Be sure to stay in lighted, well lit areas, especially downtown or in Midtown, and keep your street smarts sharp. For instance, if you are going out, and you are in a visible spot, don't put your bags or valuables in the trunk or car in open view. If you are on Beale, stay on Beale and don't venture too far away without knowing where you are going. Be on guard and have fun.