Oakville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 romantic area.
Beale Street
This Home of the Blues contains a thriving music scene, iconic landmarks and a rich history, and allows visitors to experience 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 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.
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.
Activities
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Oakville Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Yes. Very clean room. Courteous staff.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Nice overall stay. Very clean. We stayed end of February 2026 so seemed a little during their off season, which was nice not overly crowed. Food was really good and really enjoyed the free movie. Didn't really enjoy the check in and check out process. Did love the security gates and secure ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
We had a room with wet carpet. But once we were reassigned a new room, we had a great stay. Courteous staff. Clean hotel.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Room was very good and clean
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Clean rooms, valet parking was fast and all the staff was very courteous
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
The staff was great and very helpful at getting me where I needed to be with their shuttles and reminder calls.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakville
Oakhaven
Travellers enjoy Oakhaven for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out McKellar Park while you're in the area.
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.
University District
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in University District. You might want to make time for a stop at Memphis Museum of Science & History or Galloway Golf Course.
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.
Whitehaven
The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Southland Mall might round out your trip.
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.
