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 great live music and entertainment choices.
Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic 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.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in University District
Hu. Hotel
From the minute we pulled up the staff is over the top friendly and helpful. They made great suggestions for Beale street. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Good location
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
The room was very unique and we both enjoyed our stay. We were celebrating a 60th birthday. Not sure I’d rate this a 5 star hotel however. The housekeeping staff was definitely not 5 star quality in fact they actually missed cleaning our room on one of the three days that we were there. According ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
A virtual hotel stay. Wow. It was delightful, room was great, security in parking and the building was very good. I will do this again.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
The Peabody Memphis
Very nice
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
I thought the price was too high but comparable to other hotels near the airport.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 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, 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.
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.
Vollintine-Evergreen
Vollintine-Evergreen might not have many top sights, but Memphis Zoo and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
