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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums.
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.
Activities
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Room was clean! Staff was very friendly!! Great roof top bar! Zach the bartender was so helpful with places to visit in town as it was our first time in Memphis. Great location for checking out Beale street too!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Gorgeous Hotel!! The theater had awesome concert movies of Elvis, the lobby bar, entertainment, coffee snack bar & restaurants were fantastic! Loved everything about this resort . PS: The rooms are Beautiful!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Loved the Hyatt Cenrtr
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Clean room and excellent staff
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Atmosphere friendly staff clean room
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
a bit beat up
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
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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 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 Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
