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 entertainment choices.
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 fascinating museums and great live music.
Graceland
Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable 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.
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 great live music.
Top hotels in East Memphis
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis
The bed was clean and very comfy
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Memphis-Poplar
Front Drsk personnel are very courteous and assisted me with my special needs.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Marriott Memphis East
I love staying at this property. I was glad to still see Matt behind the bar. He was incredible, as usual. The breakfast staff was top notch and Sherelle kept my room spotless!!!
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hu. Hotel
The room was excellent, and the staff was very courteous. I was impressed that the shower was built for tall people. That's a rare find. Nice rooftop view. I had a problem with the faucet handle on the tub, and it was fixed within 10 minutes of calling the front desk.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Big Cypress Lodge
We had a great time - Thanksgiving 2025!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 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.
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.
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 Levitt Shell, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Raleigh
Raleigh is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Raleigh Branch Memphis Public Library and Raleigh Tennis Center.
