Mud Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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Popular places to visit

Mud Island River Park
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Mud Island River Park during your travels in Memphis. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music 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.

Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid during your trip to Memphis. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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

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.
Activities

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland

Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour

Memphis City Tour with Sun Studio Admission
Our pick of the best Mud Island Hotel Deals

Hu. Hotel
"Enjoyed the rooftop bar and the view. Good beds"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
"Property was well maintained and clean."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026

The Guest House at Graceland
"We loved the clean and comfortable room and the Elvis themed decor. There were entertainers in the lobby playing music. The proximity to Graceland was a plus."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
"It was great would go back 100 times over."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

The Peabody Memphis
"Parking felt very safe (which is important in downtown Memphis) but it was at least 400 yards away from the hotel itself although most of that is indoors. Minor issues that needed addressing were the tub faucet and one of the ice machines on our floor. But otherwise nothing major. Room looked amazing, ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
"Butt can by back door full both days we stayed. It kept catching on fire. As you went to the parking lot it was putting off toxic fumes. According to Tennessee law smoking is not allowed that close to the door. Also my wife and I both use a CPAT. My side in a handicap room did not have a plug to ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mud Island

Pinch District
If you're spending some time in Pinch District, Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavillion 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.

North Memphis
Visitors to North Memphis like its bars and churches, and Burkle Estate is a sight worth a stop.

Downtown Memphis
Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and great live music. You might also want to check out attractions like Orpheum Theatre or Gibson Guitar Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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

South Main
While visiting South Main, you might make a stop by sights like Blues Hall of Fame Museum and Railroad & Trolley Museum.


