East Midtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East 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 romantic 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 entertainment choices.
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 Haunted History Bus Tour
Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game at FedExForum
Our pick of the best East Midtown Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Nice area
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
It was clean. Staff was friendly. Great lovation
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Luxury suite, nice staff and plenty to do there!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Didn't use pool
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Peabody Memphis
Sheets were not changed after the last persons stay. Blood on sheets dirty underwear tucked under the sheets. Clean better
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
We enjoyed our stay! Everything was great from the room, staff and breakfast. Parking was easy to come and go as well.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Midtown
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.
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.
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.
Evergreen
While Evergreen isn't home to many top sights, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and Minglewood Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Vollintine-Evergreen
Vollintine-Evergreen might not have many top sights, but Memphis Zoo and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
