Mud Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mud Island
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.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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.
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.
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
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Mud Island Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
We really enjoyed our stay at the HU. Very clean, comfy beds, staff was really friendly and welcoming. They also gave us suggestions on places we might like to eat. We loved the location of the HU. It was very close to a lot of restaurants and things to do. We would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Our room was beautiful but we did notice that the area/floors in the Lobby, bar etc were dirty. A lot of cups and food plates were left behind on the area tables in the bar area near the entertainment area! The entertainment was awesome!!!
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
This hotel is more like a resort!! Everything was amazing and I will stay here every time I go to Memphis from now on!! Rooms are not only clean, but they are GORGEOUS!! Friendly staff, great food, and all around enjoyable experience. 10 out of 10!!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Valet is my only complaint, there’s no parking so it’s 100% valet. And things get pretty backed up. Friendly staff and good food.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Memphis Riverline Hotel
The hotel is dated no doubt. The website pictures are AI, and doesn’t show the real wear and tear of an older hotel. The furniture and carpet needs updating and the walls and ceiling shows water and rust damage. This is not what I consider a $300/night hotel with a $35/night valet parking lot. I ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Peabody Memphis
Good
Reviewed on 18 May 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 Memphis Music Hall of Fame 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.
