East Memphis Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
Catch an event at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium during your trip to Memphis. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Memphis Botanic Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Memphis Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
Children's Museum of Memphis
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Memphis during your travels to Memphis. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Memphis Museum of Science & History
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Memphis Museum of Science & History during your trip to Memphis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Audubon Park
After visiting Audubon Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Game at FedExForum
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Overton Park Shell Guided Backstage History Experience Tour
Top hotels in East Memphis
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis
Great customer service and perfect for buisness travel
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn Memphis-Poplar
Drove hours away got to the hotel was not able to check in early which was fine however the room had a mold smell about it . There trash can in the bathroom and no liners in the trash can in the room. The shampoo was empty and there 1 towel in the bathroom. The receptionist was not very friendly ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hu. Hotel
Yes. Very clean room. Courteous staff.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Nice overall stay. Very clean. We stayed end of February 2026 so seemed a little during their off season, which was nice not overly crowed. Food was really good and really enjoyed the free movie. Didn't really enjoy the check in and check out process. Did love the security gates and secure ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
clean comferable spacious
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Room was very good and clean
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Memphis
University District
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in University District. You might want to make time for a stop at Memphis Museum of Science & History or Galloway Golf Course.
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.
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.
