Uptown Travel Guide
Memphis
Popular places to visit
Cannon Center for Performing Arts
You can make plans for a show at Cannon Center for Performing Arts during your trip to Memphis. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this romantic area.
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.
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: City Discovery Bus Tour
Overton Park Shell Guided Backstage History Experience Tour
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Top hotels in Uptown
Big Cypress Lodge
Amazing room with views over the store. Not much to do of an evening though once the store is closed. The shuttle service was an amazing extra.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
AC and heat work great
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown Hotel by IHG
Not as close to Beale as i wanted but very impressed with staff. There is a shuttle to Beale area so that was helpful
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Bars were good - no free breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hu. Hotel
The location, hotel, proximity to garage, service, and ease were nice. I was only in for 1 night, so I did not need much for my stay, however, the room was spacious, clean, had a good design, and large kind-sized bed. The remote did not work for the TV because of low batteries, but that did not take ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Clean room, friendly staff, quiet
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Pinch District
If you're spending some time in Pinch District, Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavillion are top sights worth seeing.
Harbor Town
Harbor Town might not have many top sights, but Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Cannon Center for Performing Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mud Island
Get to know Mud Island by checking out its river views, live music and theatres. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid or Cannon Center for Performing Arts during your time in the area.
North Memphis
Visitors to North Memphis like its bars and churches, and Burkle Estate is a sight worth a stop.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
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.
