Central Gardens Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Beale Street
Studded with major landmarks, famous works of architecture and countless live music venues, the “Home of Blues” is the best way to discover early 20th-century Memphis.

FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

University of Memphis
Explore the campus of University of Memphis as part of your travels around Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Memphis Zoo
Why not visit the animals who call Memphis Zoo home during your holiday in Memphis? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Wolfchase Galleria
During your trip to Memphis, you can enjoy retail therapy at Wolfchase Galleria. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland

Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour: Memphis Beyond Beale
Our pick of the best Central Gardens Hotel Deals

Hu. Hotel
Had a clean, spacious room. Good breakfast buffet. Good location.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

The Guest House at Graceland
Property was clean and staff was friendly
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

The Peabody Memphis
Expect hotel, atmosphere, staff friendliness. Room was very nice but bathroom was small
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Great just had a issue with the valet parking but that’s it got it fixed
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
Room 234 hot tub was broke and had to flip breaker to use it. It would come on loudly in the middle of the night until the breaker popped. They wouldnt switch rooms because we booked through Expedia. Light was out in our room and they hand my wife a light bulb to change it. Had reservations at the ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Good breakfast and easy parking
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Gardens

Midtown
Theatres, live music and museums are some highlights of Midtown. Make a stop by Minglewood Hall or Memphis Brooks Museum of Art while you're exploring.

Cooper-Young Historic District
Cooper-Young Historic District is well liked for its restaurants and churches. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Memphis Sports & Events Center and Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Crosstown
When in Crosstown, you can plan a visit to Minglewood Hall and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.

New Pathways
If you're spending some time in New Pathways, Sun Studio and FedExForum are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
Uptown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Cannon Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.


