University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit University District
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 fascinating museums and great live music.
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
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.
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 great live music.
Peabody Ducks
Find out about the history of Memphis with a stop at Peabody Ducks. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis Horseback Trail Ride Tour
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Everything was perfect, most definitely will be coming back.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hu. Hotel
Clean and cool hotel. There’s a rooftop bar. The rooms were spacious!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
Great decor and staff, would highly recommend
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Staff was amazing. Room was clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
The room was spotless. The staff was very accommodating, pleasant and all around very friendly
Reviewed on 27 Dec 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 Midtown
When in Central Midtown, you can plan a visit to Minglewood Hall and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Crosstown
When in Crosstown, you can plan a visit to Minglewood Hall and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
