University District Travel Guide
Memphis
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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 great live music and entertainment choices.
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
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 entertainment choices.
Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid during your trip to Memphis. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Top hotels in University District
Hu. Hotel
Lovely building rooms. Great staff Roof top was amazing
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
everything was very good but I was not expecting to have a hold on my card for 150.00 at check in I was told that it would be a fee of 39.00 dollars at checkout which that amount I already knew that amount but the hold for 150.00 I didnt know until I checked in I am now waiting on on my room deposit ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
The hotel is a bit gimmicky, the restaurant selection was pretty good and the food was very good. That’s the reason I’m giving it three stars. The room, at least the one that we stayed in, was extremely dirty. It looked as though no one had vacuumed between the nightstand and the bed in years. The ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Valet is my only complaint, there’s no parking so it’s 100% valet. And things get pretty backed up. Friendly staff and good food.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Memphis Riverline Hotel
Hotel was a nice, clean and very friendly. Valet for the vehicle was good. Thirty Five dollars was a bit much. Other than that no complaints
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Peabody Memphis
What a wonderful dtay.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
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 Galloway Golf Course and Theatre Memphis.
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.
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.
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.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.