Memphis is famous for its influence on the music industry-from blues, to soul, to rock and roll, musical history is in the city's DNA. Memphis also has plenty of other attractions ranging from outdoor activities to cultural and historical sites. Select a hotel close to Beale Street to spend days and nights exploring the vibrant music scene or stay in another neighborhood, where music is just one of many major draws. Families will find plenty of fun places and activities for kids to enjoy too. For fans, performers, and even aspiring music stars, Memphis is a great place to visit.
Where to stay
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Best Areas to Stay for Music
Elvis is the most famous musician to make his mark in Memphis, but he's not alone. Downtown Memphis is the place to stay to be in the heart of the Beale Street Entertainment District. The Elvis Statue, Memphis Rock'n'Soul Museum, Sun Studio, Blues Hall of Fame Museum, and Stax Muse-um of American Soul Music offer a sense of the past, present, and future of the music industry in Memphis. For the full Elvis experience, book a hotel in Whitehaven, where Graceland, "The King's" former home, celebrates the much-loved singer. Nearby, the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church often fea-tures its leader, the Reverend Al Green, preaching and occasionally singing in his distinctive soulful voice.
Downtown Memphis
Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and live music. You might want to check out attractions like Beale Street or FedEx Forum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Recommended hotels in Downtown Memphis
Whitehaven
The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Tri-State Bank of Memphis might round out your trip.
Recommended hotels in Whitehaven
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Where to Stay for Families
Not just a one-note city, Memphis offers many attractions to keep kids engaged. Book a hotel in Mid-town for the Memphis Zoo and the Children's Museum of Memphis. Midtown hotels are also con-venient for visiting the many attractions of the Pink Palace, including a museum, planetarium, science center, and 3-D theater. Stay in Millington for kids to appreciate the Mississippi River at the Mee-man-Shelby Forest State Park. Uptown hotels are close to Mud Island along the river. Downtown accommodations are great for watching NBA basketball and minor league baseball. Little kids will appreciate the daily downtown march of the Peabody Ducks. Enjoy outdoor experiences at the Mem-phis Botanic Gardens in the Oakville neighborhood and Shelby Farms Park in White Station.
Midtown
Theaters, live music, and museums are just a few things travelers enjoy about Midtown. Check out Minglewood Hall or Memphis Zoo while you're exploring the area.
Recommended hotels in Midtown
Uptown
Uptown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and Cannon Center for Performing Arts while in the area.
Recommended hotels in Uptown
Downtown Memphis
Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and live music. You might want to check out attractions like Beale Street or FedEx Forum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Recommended hotels in Downtown Memphis
Millington
You'll enjoy the shopping and zoo in Millington. You might want to make time for a stop at Naval Support Activity Mid-South or Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park.
Recommended hotels in Millington
Oakville
Oakville is well-liked for its restaurants and entertainment venues. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Graceland and Memphis Botanic Garden are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
White Station
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in White Station, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Memphis Botanic Garden and Theatre Memphis are just a few notable stops.
Great Neighborhoods for Culture
Memphis features many varied cultural attractions beyond its numerous music-related locations. Stay in Downtown Memphis for a wide range of museums including the Belz Museum of Asian and Ju-daic Art, the Metal Museum, the Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange, and the National Civil Rights Museum. Hotels in Parkway Village and Germantown are both convenient for visiting the Crystal Shrine Grotto, a manmade cave filled with unusual biblical figures and brightly lit crystals. Collierville has several museums, and is close enough to visit the city easily, while not being in the middle of the bustling downtown neighborhood.
Downtown Memphis
Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and live music. You might want to check out attractions like Beale Street or FedEx Forum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Recommended hotels in Downtown Memphis
Germantown
Germantown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Shelby Farms Park and Cameron Brown Park while in the area.
Recommended hotels in Germantown
Parkway Village
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Parkway Village. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Memphis Botanic Garden and Dixon Gallery and Gardens are a few top places to visit.
Collierville
Unique features of Collierville include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Carriage Crossing or W.C. Johnson Park while you're exploring the area.
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