10 days in Memphis & Tupelo Itinerary

The largest city on the Mississippi River, Memphis bills itself as both the "Birthplace of Rock" and "Home of the Blues." With such a rich musical heritage, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Elvis Presley chose to live in Memphis during his later years.

Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum and Confederate Park will appeal to history buffs. Museum-lovers will appreciate Stax Museum of American Soul Music and The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange. Change things up with these side-trips from Memphis: Collierville TN Historic District (in Collierville) and Tunica (TunicaMS & Tunica Museum). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art, take an in-depth tour of The C.H. Nash Museum at Chucalissa, take in the spiritual surroundings of Full Gospel Tabernacle, and examine the collection at Railroad & Trolley Museum.

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The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Memphis. In August, daily temperatures in Memphis can reach 90°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can go by car to Tupelo.

Tupelo is the county seat and the largest city of Lee County, Mississippi. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Fri): get engrossed in the history at Oren Dunn City Museum, see the interesting displays at Tupelo Automobile Museum, and then steep yourself in history at Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum.

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You can drive from Memphis to Tupelo in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Tupelo can reach 90°F, while at night they dip to 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Memphis.

On the 20th (Sat), take in the spiritual surroundings of Bellevue Baptist Church, walk around Tom Lee Park, then look for gifts at A. Schwab, and finally stop by The Peanut Shoppe.

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Traveling by car from Tupelo to Memphis takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) so you can travel back home.