East Midtown Travel Guide
Memphis
Visit East Midtown
Popular places to visit
Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Beale Street
With iconic landmarks, historic buildings and live music venues, Beale Street, "the Home of the Blues" is Memphis as it was at the turn of the 20th century.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Wolfchase Galleria
During your trip to Memphis, you can enjoy retail therapy at Wolfchase Galleria. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Top hotels in East Midtown
Hu. Hotel
My room was clean and comfortable. The bed was so soft and comfortable that I had a hard time falling asleep. The staff were super nice and professional. I truly enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
This hotel is gorgeous and an Elboc lovers paradise! It is really close to Gracelands and the hotel supplies free shuttle buses there and to the airport. The rooms are beautiful and great size. All the staff are very polite and helpful. Amore expensive than other hotels available but if you’re looking ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Memphis Riverline Hotel
Our room was clean, but some things were not present: tissue paper, hair dryer, privacy sign, downstairs menu, WiFi instructions. The landline telephone basically worked, but the direct line buttons, i.e., Guest Services, Emergency, etc., did nothing when pressed.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
The Peabody Memphis
The breakfast was fantastic. Dinner not so much. The chef-driven Italian-American fusion seems to have been lost along with the old menu. Like a thousand other restaurants their entrees are steak. I ordered the spaghetti bolognese. Taste was decent. Alas, not accompanied by a scrap of bread or sprinkle ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Staff was very helpful with directions as well as advice on some of the local establishments to visit including cultural and civic places of national importance.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Great property! Excellent staff, very nice room. A little dark but it was the theme (kinda missed daylight after two nights). The balcony was really peaceful. It would’ve been nice to have had a pool but other than that, excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Midtown
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.
Vollintine-Evergreen
Vollintine-Evergreen might not have many top sights, but Memphis Zoo and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
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.
