Explore Tupelo, Mississippi

 ‘Tis the season for shopping, entertaining, and enjoying the revelry that is the holiday season. There’s no better place to celebrate the joy of the holidays than Tupelo, Mississippi. The birthplace of an international icon and the headquarters of one of the most visited national parks in the country, Tupelo’s attractions, shopping districts, and restaurants lead the merrymaking with special events and programs designed to celebrate the holidays in style.

Where to Stay in Tupelo

Tupelo has more than 2,200 accommodating hotel rooms offering a restful night’s sleep after a day filled with celebration. Hotel Tupelo, the city’s newest boutique hotel, has a restaurant and bar on-site, and is walkable to Downtown Tupelo’s many restaurants and shops. Two new hotels, Home2Suites and TRU by Hilton, are near the Barnes Crossing District, offering access to the city’s largest shopping area. Visit tupelo.net/stay to explore all of the city’s lodging options. 

Walking in Elvis’s Footsteps

Need a break from holiday shopping? The Elvis Presley Birthplace offers visitors a chance to walk in the footsteps of the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll by touring the home where he was born, a museum that chronicles his life, and the original Assembly of God Church where he was influenced by the gospel music he heard there. The Natchez Trace Parkway is headquartered in Tupelo and encompasses a visitor center, hiking trails, and lots more to explore. The Tupelo Buffalo Park is home to over 260 animals and includes a drive through experience where visitors can get up close and personal with the park’s exotic residents. 

No visit to the Birthplace of Elvis Presley is complete without hearing some great live music. Tupelo is home to 11 live music venues where various musical genres ring out almost every night of the week. Visit tupelo.net/events to check out the live music calendar and plan your holiday getaway with live entertainment front of mind. 

Serious Dining

Tupelo is home to over 200 restaurants serving up the tastes of the season. From delectable brunch spots and plenty of local coffee shops, to ample ethnic eateries and temples of haute cuisine, Tupelo’s dining options are many and varied. The city’s restaurants know how to party, offering exciting holiday craft cocktails, menu specials and more to celebrate the holidays in the city where anything is possible.

With so many great ways to help kick off the holidays, visit tupelo.net to create your custom itinerary or explore the curated itineraries available on the site. Known as the “Center of Positivity,” Tupelo is an upbeat, happy city where people believe they can accomplish anything. Come be part of that positivity and catch some holiday cheer in Tupelo, Mississippi.