Cooper-Young Historic District Travel Guide
Memphis





Visit Cooper-Young Historic District
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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 fascinating museums.
Things to do

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Top hotels in Cooper-Young Historic District

Hu. Hotel
"The hotel would make for a lovely experience if they did some maintenance . Everything was worn and in some cases dirty - rugs lounges very soiled . The staff were generally not pleasant only one person, a trainee was pleasant and seemingly happy to be there ."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

The Guest House at Graceland
"Bed was comfortable, room was nice and spacious, lovely shower, Bar was slow with just 1 bartender, chiller in room didnt work and coffee maker was poor. Nice pool, we didnt use food halls."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
"We loved it! Everything about it was perfect!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
"This was a wonderful hotel to stay at. It is centrally located to Beale Street and the riverfront. The staff was so friendly and accommodating! The room was wonderful, clean and we had a great river view. I highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Memphis Riverline Hotel
"The staff was not unpleasant. The property was okay-ish; it needs updating. The conference rooms for the conference we attended were okay-ish. The room was okay-ish. it was relatively clean. Overall, the experience was okay-ish, excluding the parking situation. The charges for parking are egregious. ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

The Peabody Memphis
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Cooper-Young Historic District

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.

University District
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in University District. You might want to make time for a stop at Galloway Golf Course or Memphis Museum of Science & History.

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.

Vollintine-Evergreen
Vollintine-Evergreen might not have many top sights, but Memphis Zoo and Memphis Brooks Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

