Uptown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Cannon Center for Performing Arts
You can make plans for a show at Cannon Center for Performing Arts during your trip to Memphis. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
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 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
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game at FedExForum
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Uptown Hotel Deals
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
The cleanliness and customer service is always amazing.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Everything was nice ! The rooms very spacious and clean. Jacuzzi was also a great plus
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown Hotel by IHG
Not as close to Beale as i wanted but very impressed with staff. There is a shuttle to Beale area so that was helpful
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hu. Hotel
Cool place, near the action but not in the thick of it. Everyone was super nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Room and location good.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
The room was spotless, the lobby was immaculate and full of character. Customer service was great!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
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.
Mud Island
Get to know Mud Island by checking out its river views, live music and theatres. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid or Cannon Center for Performing Arts during your time in the area.
North Memphis
Visitors to North Memphis like its bars and churches, and Burkle Estate is a sight worth a stop.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
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 Gibson Guitar Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
New Pathways
If you're spending some time in New Pathways, Sun Studio and FedExForum are top sights worth seeing.
