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 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
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.
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.
Top hotels in University District
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Very clean rooms. Great location. 1 block from the start of Beale street
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hu. Hotel
The staff and customers service here is unmatched.. thank you to everyone making our experience amazing
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
This is a great hotel in memphis. Its very unique. Think hunting lodge … some might not like animals displayed. Top of pyramid nice look out over city and mississippi. Bowling under the sea is cool. The bayou inside with huge fish, alligators and aquariums we great to see. The hotel has a courtesy ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
The good: Everything was clean, the staff seemed courteous and friendly, and the breakfast was okay. The parking garage was convenient as well, especially given the location. The meh: The style and general "feel" of the place was a bit older. We went in the winter, so the pool was closed, which meant ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Everything has been great so far
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
The hot tub was hot, the pool was nice and cool but not chilly. Sometimes heated pools feel like swimming in urine, and this one isn't like that!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
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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, 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.
