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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable 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 fascinating museums.
Peabody Ducks
Find out about the history of Memphis with a stop at Peabody Ducks. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Breakfast was misleading, was not free , $10 per person. Microwave was downstairs.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Quiet place.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
Beautiful room nice balcony
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Rooms were very clean. Staff was exceptional very friendly very helpful.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
The room was very quiet, clean, and convenient for me. The receptionist was very courteous, kind, and helpful. The king side bed was so comfortable.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Memphis Downtown by IHG
This was a nice hotel in a good location. The staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
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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 Theatre Memphis and Memphis Botanic Garden.
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 Midtown
When in Central Midtown, you can plan a visit to Minglewood Hall and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Crosstown
When in Crosstown, you can plan a visit to Minglewood Hall and Levitt Shell, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
