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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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
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 great live music.
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.
Top hotels in University District
Hu. Hotel
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Sept 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.
East Midtown
While East Midtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Overton Square and Children's Museum of Memphis.
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 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.
University District Travel Guide
- Memphis Museum of Science & History
- Galloway Golf Course
- FedExForum
- Memphis Zoo
- National Civil Rights Museum
- Peabody Ducks
- Renasant Convention Center
- Southland Casino Racing
- Landers Center
- Orpheum Theatre
- AutoZone Park
- Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
- The Peabody Memphis
- Mike Rose Soccer Complex
- Snowden Grove Amphitheater
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Mud Island River Park
