Cooper-Young Historic District
Memphis
Visit Cooper-Young Historic District
Popular places to visit
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.
University of Memphis
Explore the campus of University of Memphis during your stay in Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Memphis Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Memphis Zoo home during your travels in Memphis? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
National Civil Rights Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Top hotels in Cooper-Young Historic District
Hu. Hotel
Room was clean! Staff was very friendly!! Great roof top bar! Zach the bartender was so helpful with places to visit in town as it was our first time in Memphis. Great location for checking out Beale street too!
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Clean rooms ,staff was awesome
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Loved the Hyatt Cenrtr
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
Clean room and excellent staff
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Atmosphere friendly staff clean room
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
The room was very clean and nice and the mattress was very comfortable. The hotel was also very quiet. The staff was warm, friendly, and welcoming. I also liked the gated parking for safety. The only thing needing improvement was the breakfast. The eggs and sausage were great, but there was no yogurt, ...
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cooper-Young Historic District
Central Gardens
Central Gardens might not have many top sights, but Minglewood Hall and Overton Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Midtown
Theaters, live music, and museums are just a few things travelers enjoy about Midtown. Check out Minglewood Hall or Memphis Brooks Museum of Art while you're exploring the area.
Crosstown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Crosstown and surrounding area, you can visit Minglewood Hall and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
University District
You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and gardens in University District. You might want to make time for a stop at Memphis Museum of Science & History or Galloway Golf Course.
Medical District
If you're spending some time in Medical District, Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home are top sights worth seeing.
New Pathways
While visiting New Pathways, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and FedExForum.
