University District
Memphis
Visit University District
Popular places to visit
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 Museum of Science & History
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Memphis Museum of Science & History during your trip to Memphis. Experience the area's fascinating museums 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 walkable 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.
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 fascinating museums.
Peabody Ducks
Find out about the history of Memphis when you take a trip to Peabody Ducks. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis Haunted History Bus Tour
Elvis Presley's Graceland Excursions Tupelo Tour
Top hotels in University District
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Everyone from the front desk to the bartender to the maid and the guy sweeping the floor was so nice to us. Genuinely nice—not forced or fake. In particular, the young gal that checked us in searched for the perfect room for my husband and me. “High floor, not near the elevators.” We got a corner ...
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Hu. Hotel
The staff and customers service here is unmatched.. thank you to everyone making our experience amazing
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Clean rooms but the pillows were TERRIBLE. Almost went down to buy a pillow they were beyond dead and made the mistake of looking inside the pillow case 😵. Like many reviews say not much to do later in the day in this area so we knew that going in. A pool and hot tub would be a welcome addition. ...
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Clean room staff was very nice
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Everything has been great so far
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Memphis Vitality Hotel
The hot tub was hot, the pool was nice and cool but not chilly. Sometimes heated pools feel like swimming in urine, and this one isn't like that!
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University District
East Memphis
East Memphis is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Theatre Memphis and Memphis Botanic Garden.
Cooper-Young Historic District
The restaurants and churches are a few reasons travelers visit Cooper-Young Historic District. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and Children's Museum of Memphis, a few notable attractions nearby.
Central Midtown
While Central Midtown isn't home to many top sights, Minglewood Hall and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
