University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 entertainment choices 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 fascinating museums.
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
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis: Haunted Memphis Bus Tour
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
Hu. Hotel
Breakfast was misleading, was not free , $10 per person. Microwave was downstairs.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Quiet place.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
The room was absolutely beautiful, the balcony was perfect, staff was great and attentive, we definitely will be back! My husband and I came for an anniversary weekend and it was perfect! We loved everything about it!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Rooms were very clean. Staff was exceptional very friendly very helpful.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Pleasant polite staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Memphis Downtown by IHG
This was a nice hotel in a good location. The staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
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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, 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.
Crosstown
When in Crosstown, you can plan a visit to Minglewood Hall and Levitt Shell, 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.
