Uptown Travel Guide
Memphis
Popular places to visit
Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid during your trip to Memphis. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Cannon Center for Performing Arts
Take the family on an outing to Cannon Center for Performing Arts during your trip to Memphis. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music 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 entertainment choices.
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 fascinating museums.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Top hotels in Uptown
Big Cypress Lodge
"I love love the hot tub the room is very inviting the Staff is on point they know everything about the property😀👍 always a great time"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Memphis Riverline Hotel
"I enjoy the stay very much! Rooms a clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hu. Hotel
"Upon arriving from Texas, the staff was very friendly. Eboni, in particular, was welcoming and did her best to accommodate our needs, which I greatly appreciated. Unfortunately, the condition of the hotel was extremely disappointing. Our first room reeked of cigarette smoke, the carpet was filthy, ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
"Very clean modern property. Walking distance to Beale St. Excellent menu and full bar upstairs and downstairs. The heated pool was a plus."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
"Lots of Elvis decor throughout the hotel and room. Food great. Elvis music and videos. Buses provided to museum across the street including my motorized scooter. Museum houses enormous amount of Elvis memorial. Loved the entire experience."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Peabody Memphis
"Beautiful hotel! Enjoyed our stay!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Uptown
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 Orpheum Theatre or Gibson Guitar Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
East Memphis
Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Galloway Golf Course and Leftwich Tennis Center.
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.
Whitehaven
The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Tri-State Bank of Memphis might round out your trip.
Southwind
Southwind is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mike Rose Soccer Complex or TPC Southwind.
