East Midtown Travel Guide
Memphis
Visit East Midtown
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 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.
FedExForum
Catch an event at FedExForum during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
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.
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.
Wolfchase Galleria
During your trip to Memphis, you can enjoy retail therapy at Wolfchase Galleria. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
Top hotels in East Midtown
Hu. Hotel
This was the worst hotel i have ever stayed at. No where on the website does it talk about parling cost and the incident fee of 75 dollars a day. Breakfast for 10 dollars all you got was nothing health. The party that was on the roof top kept me up that night. The walls are very thin and you can ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
The breakfast was fabulous. There was barbecue potatoes, onions, peppers under our eggs. And there was enough left for breakfast the next day.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Great hotel. Floors in rooms need to be washed and cleaned more. Otherwise it’s a great place
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Peabody Memphis
Great
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Clean room, nice towels and free goodies on arrival. Staff at check in seemed distracted and although I was a VIP guest was charged for parking. This was later rectified after I spoke with the supervisor. Sky lift was broken so couldn’t use the amenities which is why it was scored at a 3 star. No ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
Very helpful staff, breakfast fine but sometimes crowded and items run out. Convenient location and parking
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Midtown
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.
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.
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.
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.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
