University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 Museum of Science & History
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Memphis Museum of Science & History during your trip to Memphis. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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 entertainment choices.
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 Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Place Memphis Primacy Park
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University District
East Memphis
Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Memphis Botanic Garden and Dixon Gallery and Gardens.
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.
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 Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church while you're exploring.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
North Memphis
Visitors to North Memphis like its bars and churches, and Burkle Estate is a sight worth a stop.