Central Midtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Midtown
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.
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 fascinating museums.
Peabody Ducks
Find out about the history of Memphis with a stop at Peabody Ducks. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
National Civil Rights Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Our pick of the best Central Midtown Hotel Deals
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
The staff at this hotel were amazing ! From the front desk, to the valet and bartender. I would definitely come back and recommend 100%
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hu. Hotel
Great location, room was clean, staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Clean rooms but the pillows were TERRIBLE. Almost went down to buy a pillow they were beyond dead and made the mistake of looking inside the pillow case 😵. Like many reviews say not much to do later in the day in this area so we knew that going in. A pool and hot tub would be a welcome addition. ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Clean room staff was very nice
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Everything was amazing, all listed up above
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Did not get a free breakfast. A wonderful hotel
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Midtown
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.
Central Gardens
Though Central Gardens may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Minglewood Hall and Overton Square.
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.
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, Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and Children's Museum of Memphis are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
