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.
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.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Dixon Gallery and Gardens
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Dixon Gallery and Gardens in Memphis. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
Things to do
Overton Park Shell Guided Backstage History Experience Tour
Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Downtown Memphis Pedal Party Ride and Axe Throwing Experience
Top hotels in East Memphis
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis
Very nice !
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Hampton Inn Memphis-Poplar
Great experience with the exception of the bathroom towels. They were cheap, might as well used paper towels.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Hu. Hotel
Roof top was cute
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
The Guest House at Graceland
This was my first time staying at The Guest House at Graceland and it was phenomenal. Though there was bit of a wait with valet parking—actually had to leave the car/keys with another staff member because they couldn’t find the person working it. Definitely a difference between night staff and day ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Memphis Vitality Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
we enjoyed the views and sunset from the walkout deck and restaurant/bar up there
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
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.
East Midtown
While East Midtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Overton Square and Children's Museum of Memphis.
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, Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and Children's Museum of Memphis 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.
