University District Travel Guide

Memphis

The Pink Palace Musuem and Planetarium located in Memphis, Tenn. It was originally owned by Clarence Saunders the owner of the Piggly Wiggly. He started construction on the home in 1922 but later sold it to the City of Memphis. The museum contains many exhibits detailing the history of Memphis.
The Pink Palace Musuem and Planetarium located in Memphis, Tenn. It was originally owned by Clarence Saunders the owner of the Piggly Wiggly. He started construction on the home in 1922 but later sold it to the City of Memphis. The museum contains many exhibits detailing the history of Memphis.
Nice museum in Memphis, TN
This house was apparently constructed by the innovator if Piggly Wiggly, but never finished because he lost his money on the Stock Exchange.
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Popular places to visit

CW109J University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, USA

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.

University of Memphis
Pink Palace Museum featuring a house

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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Memphis Museum of Science & History
Graceland showing a house and a pool

Graceland

Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.

Graceland
Beale Street featuring street scenes, signage and nightlife

Beale Street

After visiting Beale Street, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Memphis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Beale Street
Mini Takes the States 2014 Road Rally Memphis to St.Louis Leg: If you are going to spend the money .... put up a BIG SIGN. #MTTS2014 #minitakesthestates #go11

FedExForum

Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

FedExForum
Memphis Zoo

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.

Memphis Zoo

Top hotels in University District

Hu. Hotel

Hu. Hotel

3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue Memphis TN
The price is 2.296.773 ₫ per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
2.296.773 ₫
2.847.969 ₫ total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,767 reviews)
Friendly staff. Hotel is older and needs renovations still. Not what we expected from the pics. Parking is not free.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hu. Hotel
Memphis Riverline Hotel

Memphis Riverline Hotel

4 out of 5
250 N Main St Memphis TN
The price is 3.384.676 ₫ per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
3.384.676 ₫
4.071.668 ₫ total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Hotel cold and nothing open

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Memphis Riverline Hotel
Big Cypress Lodge

Big Cypress Lodge

5 out of 5
1 Bass Pro Drive Memphis TN
The price is 5.472.247 ₫ per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
5.472.247 ₫
7.074.319 ₫ total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy 2 restaurants, private hot tubs and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,715 reviews)
We were placed in the original room we booked and several lamps and the Television didn't work. We called MULTIPLE times to have maintenance look at the issues and went to the front desk several times to inquire about the issues. After a night of staying in the room where nothing worked they transfered ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

4 out of 5
33 BEALE STREET Memphis TN
The price is 3.771.792 ₫ per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
3.771.792 ₫
4.531.389 ₫ total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,505 reviews)
Very nice hotel! The room was a bit small, but the location was perfect!

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Memphis Vitality Hotel

Memphis Vitality Hotel

4 out of 5
2625 Thousand Oaks Blvd Memphis TN
The price is 2.581.382 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
2.581.382 ₫
3.117.610 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Dixon Gallery and Gardens and Memphis ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,352 reviews)
Great everything

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Memphis Vitality Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland

3 out of 5
2979 Millbranch Road Memphis TN
The price is 1.647.540 ₫ per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
1.647.540 ₫
2.008.839 ₫ total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
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Other neighbourhoods around University District

Pink Palace Museum featuring a house

East Memphis

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

East Memphis
down home blues neon sign

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.

Cooper-Young Historic District
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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.

Central Gardens
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Evergreen

While Evergreen isn't home to many top sights, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and Minglewood Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Evergreen
Memphis Zoo which includes street scenes

Midtown

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Midtown
Red Is the color. This wonderful building in Memphis is full of surprises #red #lifeatexpedia #tlotravel

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.

Crosstown

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