Central Gardens Travel Guide
Memphis
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Popular places to visit

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 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.

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 acclaimed theatre scene.

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: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Overton Park Shell Guided Backstage History Experience Tour

Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Central Gardens


Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Perfect location with a genuinely wonderful staff. Pretty place and comfy too.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
Luxury suite, nice staff and plenty to do there!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Memphis Vitality Hotel
Didn't use pool
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

The Peabody Memphis
Sheets were not changed after the last persons stay. Blood on sheets dirty underwear tucked under the sheets. Clean better
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Comfort Inn Memphis Downtown
We enjoyed our stay! Everything was great from the room, staff and breakfast. Parking was easy to come and go as well.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Gardens

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.

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.

Evergreen
While Evergreen isn't home to many top sights, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and Minglewood Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

New Pathways
If you're spending some time in New Pathways, Sun Studio and FedExForum are top sights worth seeing.

