Known as the birthplace of Elvis Presley, Tupelo, Mississippi, offers small-town southern charm with big-city amenities. Walk in the footsteps of the King, eat like he ate, and get to know the places that inspired him as you explore all things Elvis in the city where anything is possible.
If you want to soak up the spirit of Elvis, there’s no better time than the annual Tupelo Elvis Festival. Held June 4-7, 2025, slide on your blue suede shoes and jump into the action at the historic Lyric Theatre. Witness electrifying Elvis Tribute Artist competitions and live music performances that will make your hips swivel. TCB at The Depot features free live music Friday and Saturday nights during the festival. Visit tupeloelvisfestival.com to purchase tickets and see the full line-up of exciting events.
The Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum gives visitors a glimpse into the early life of Elvis, providing insights into his rise to fame and his profound impact on music. Visit the humble two-room shack where he was born, explore the museum that chronicles his life, and enjoy a church service in the Assembly of God church that inspired his love for gospel music. Take a walk, or drive, up to the overlook and visit the “Becoming” statue with breathtaking views of Downtown Tupelo below. Finish your visit with a stroll around the property’s lake called Reflections, a spot for a peaceful pause in your day.
With over 200 restaurants, Tupelo’s culinary scene has a little something for everyone, especially the Elvis fan. Stop in at Café 212, a locally owned lunch shop, and try the Blue Suede Grill, their take on Elvis’ go-to peanut butter and banana sandwich. Need a boost of energy? Walk down to Crave and try the Shakerag made with whiskey-flavored espresso and topped with caramel. Plan a visit to Johnnie’s Drive-In, Tupelo’s oldest restaurant, where Elvis loved to eat. Still an operating drive-in, sit in your car and let the friendly car hops take your order, or go inside to sit in the Elvis booth and enjoy a cheeseburger and RC Cola, just like the King. Just be sure to save room for one of their delicious milkshakes!
Explore the Elvis’ Tupelo Driving Tour or Self-Guided Bicycle Tour that takes you to 14 places that influenced young Elvis’ childhood. To really get to know the city that gave rise to the world’s greatest entertainer, embark on the All Shook Up: Elvis’ Tupelo Experience digital trail. This free pass takes you to 21 significant stops that include Elvis-themed eateries, public art, and iconic landmarks in the Elvis Tupelo story. To start the trail, visit tupelo.net/experiences/ to download your pass. Complete the experience and stop by the Tupelo Visitors Center for your free gift.
To truly understand Elvis’ story, you have to start at the beginning. Tupelo, Mississippi, invites you to do just that. Start planning your Elvis journey with a visit to tupelo.net for your positively iconic trip to Tupelo. Imagine with you can do here!
This article is sponsored by Tupelo CVB.
