Mud Island Travel Guide
Memphis
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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.
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 entertainment choices.
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
Memphis Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Via App
Downtown Memphis: History and Must-See Sites with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Mud Island
Hu. Hotel
This hotel is so amazing! It was clean, classy, and chic. Ebony was soooo nice and helped us feel comfortable after we left a ghetto hotel in the middle of the night and came to them. She felt like a new best friend! I wish I had her number just so I could keep in touch. She is personable, friendly, ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Guest House at Graceland
Clean spacious room, very nice/helpful front desk staff.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
We had a room with wet carpet. But once we were reassigned a new room, we had a great stay. Courteous staff. Clean hotel.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Big Cypress Lodge
The only issue was the vomit on the bottom of the bathroom door near the toilet.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Clean rooms, valet parking was fast and all the staff was very courteous
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis Airport Graceland
*
Reviewed on 25 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 Statue of Elvis or Orpheum Theatre 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.
