diff --git a/backend/README.md b/backend/README.md
index d5318811d..3d018166c 100644
--- a/backend/README.md
+++ b/backend/README.md
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ psql trivia < trivia.psql
 
 ### Run the Server
 
-From within the `./src` directory first ensure you are working using your created virtual environment.
+From within the `./backend` directory first ensure you are working using your created virtual environment.
 
 To run the server, execute: