University District
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
Memphis Discovery Tour w/ National Civil Rights Museum Admission
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Top hotels in University District
Hu. Hotel
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
The Guest House at Graceland
Lobby Bar evening entertainment.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Everything was excellent with the hotel. Nice bar and restaurant. Courtious staff.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
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
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
It was a beautiful sunny day when we checked in. We were told the rooftop bar was closed. Very disappointed as i booked based on the mississippi river view hotel bragged about from rooftop. Had i known of closure i would have chosen a different hotel.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
The pool was closed during our stay, one of the only reasons I booked this hotel was the pool. The morning of our check out I received a text at 10 am saying the pool was open. Checkout was 11. The hotel lobby was beautiful and clean. The elevators and up were very dirty. There were earrings, paper ...
Reviewed on 3 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.
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.
