Tupelo City Overview
Tupelo is the county seat of Lee County, Mississippi. It is world-famous as the birthplace of Elvis Presley. It is also the headquarters of the Natchez Trace Parkway.
Location and Climate
Tupelo is located in northeast Mississippi. It has a humid subtropical climate.
Best Time to Visit
Spring and fall are best. The Tupelo Elvis Festival in June is the biggest event.
Best Ways to Get Around
A car is essential.
Top 5 Things to Do
- Visit the Elvis Presley Birthplace: See the humble two-room house where the King of Rock 'n' Roll was born, plus the museum and church.
- Drive the Natchez Trace Parkway: Visit the headquarters and visitor center in Tupelo.
- Visit the Tupelo Automobile Museum: (Note: Closed/Auctioned, check current status of site). Alternatively, visit the Oren Dunn City Museum.
- Explore the Tupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo: Take a guided tour to see buffalo and other animals.
- Visit Veterans Park: Enjoy the Vietnam replica wall and splash pad.