Mud Island Travel Guide
Memphis
Visit Mud Island
Popular places to visit
Mud Island River Park
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Mud Island River Park during your travels in Memphis. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums.
National Civil Rights Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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.
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 Mud Island
Hu. Hotel
Staff was great! The room was spacious and clean, very nicely decorated with a comfy bed. We enjoyed the view from the rooftop too. Walked to Beale Street and had dinner at BB Kings Blues Bar with live music.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
All staff were pleasant and helpful. Food was amazing. Room was comfty.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
The people
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
Zimmer war perfekt und das Personal sehr nett. Einziger Nachteil die Zimmer haben gar kein Tageslicht
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Everything was absolutely perfect here! I can’t think of anything to complain about. Stay and enjoy!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
It’s just an ok hotel. I was expecting a little better, but it wasn’t the worst. You can it’s an older hotel that the company is trying to keep current, but there are signs.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mud Island
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.
Uptown
Uptown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Cannon Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.
North Memphis
Visitors to North Memphis like its bars and churches, and Burkle Estate is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Medical District
While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.
South Main
While visiting South Main, you might make a stop by sights like Blues Hall of Fame Museum and Railroad & Trolley Museum.
