Oakville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 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 with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Our pick of the best Oakville Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Parking is off property but nearby and not free
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
They need to get better staff. Wrong staff for the wrong clientele
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Memphis Riverline Hotel
There was a few items required in our room, which were brought up promptly. Valet parking was excellent. Breakfast buffet was great and very good customer service.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Peabody Memphis
Grand old hotel. Duck parade! Lots of reataurant and bar choices in hotel. 5 minute walk to Beale St. Very nice, comfortable rooms. Reasonable paid on site parking.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Big Cypress Lodge
Everything was good. Need better pillows and more lights in room. A little dusting and mopping wouldn’t hurt the wood floors
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakville
East Memphis
Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Galloway Golf Course and Theatre Memphis.
University District
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in University District. You might want to make time for a stop at Galloway Golf Course or Memphis Museum of Science & History.
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.
East Midtown
While East Midtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Overton Square and Children's Museum of Memphis.
Whitehaven
The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Whitehaven Lane Park might round out your trip.
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.
