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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
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.
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.
National Civil Rights Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Premium Elvis Experience: City Tour with Graceland Tickets
Top hotels in University District
Hu. Hotel
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
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, Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and Children's Museum of Memphis 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 Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church while you're exploring.
Crosstown
When in Crosstown, you can plan a visit to Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church and Minglewood Hall, 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.