University District Travel Guide

Memphis

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Stay near popular University District attractions

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University of Memphis

8.2/10 (1,564 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

฿662
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

฿3,144
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

฿1,271
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

฿1,634
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis True Crime Tour

Memphis True Crime Tour

฿1,344
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis True Crime Tour
Memphis Discovery Tour

Memphis Discovery Tour

฿1,634
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Memphis Discovery Tour
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Top hotels in University District

Hu. Hotel

Hu. Hotel

3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿2,403 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿2,403
฿2,991 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hu. Hotel
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

4 out of 5
33 BEALE STREET Memphis TN
The price is ฿4,761 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,761
฿5,720 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Big Cypress Lodge

Big Cypress Lodge

5 out of 5
1 Bass Pro Drive Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,960 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿6,960
฿8,994 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy 2 restaurants, private hot tubs and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,749 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful, gave suggestions. Rooms were spacious clean. Though a large breakfast was available it would have been nice to just have something small and quick to grab with coffee ( muffin, yogurt)"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
The Peabody Memphis

The Peabody Memphis

5 out of 5
149 Union Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,595 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿6,595
฿8,691 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Beale Street and FedExForum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,018 reviews)
"The room was so clean, as always. The staff was superb, so helpful. I have to point out Rocky, nicest person ever, he arranged transportation for us and acted like we were all his best friends! He made an impression on all of us!!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

The Peabody Memphis
The Guest House at Graceland

The Guest House at Graceland

4 out of 5
3600 Elvis Presley Blvd Memphis TN
The price is ฿8,253 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿8,253
฿10,464 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,929 reviews)
"Pool was very nice and clean. Room was comfy and spacious"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

The Guest House at Graceland
Memphis Riverline Hotel

Memphis Riverline Hotel

4 out of 5
250 N Main St Memphis TN
The price is ฿3,642 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,642
฿4,573 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Memphis Riverline Hotel
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Where to stay in University District

Find the best University District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Memphis

Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and great live music. You might also want to check out attractions like Statue of Elvis or Orpheum Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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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.

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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.

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Photo by Andrew Lucchesi
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Whitehaven

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Whitehaven Lane Park might round out your trip.

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Medical District

While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.

University District Travel Guide