University District
Memphis
Visit University District
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 romantic area.
Beale Street
With iconic landmarks, historic buildings and live music venues, Beale Street, "the Home of the Blues" is Memphis as it was at the turn of the 20th century.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Memphis Discovery Tour w/ National Civil Rights Museum Admission
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Top hotels in University District
Hu. Hotel
Room could be updated and Breakfast was short on food. Staff was friendly and location is good.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
My stay was everything you’d expect from a five star hotel. I had messed up my check in date and the guest service manager was more than helpful. The property top to bottom is clean and pristine. Plenty of options for food and beverage. Room was clean, linens comfortable, and the decor was on ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Staff seemed busy
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
The only issue was the vomit on the bottom of the bathroom door near the toilet.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Clean rooms, valet parking was fast and all the staff was very courteous
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
TV remote didn’t work. Room key didn’t work. Extremely noisy at night. Hallway reaked of marijuana smoke. Located in a bad neighborhood.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
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.
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.
