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Yasmin B.

It was a good experience being in the same space occupied by the King however the tours was very crowded and it was hard to enjoy the spaces. If I were to do it again I'd come at end of day when it's less crowded so I could quietly and slowly enjoy it.

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Gin K.

First time visit, it's a neat place. Loved the house and rooms, the decor, the kitsch, the history, the colors, etc. Great preservation and respect shown. The peacock living room is my favorite. Cars were neat, too. Multiple gift shops with different things so look around before settling on an item. My only real criticism is the big display of other singers' and actors' clothing items "inspired" by Elvis. Give me a break. Doesn't belong at Graceland imho, annoyed us all, such a stretch to see some outfits with barely a sequin or Justin Timberlake's black suit all supposedly paying homage to Elvis. Lame quotes, big turnoff. And this was before you get to seeing Elvis' actual own amazing clothing. Should have been reversed to front load visitor priorities (you do get tired walking around so put the best stuff sooner). Overall an interesting place.

The Graceland Mansion
Michael R.

There are a few different options available to tour Graceland, we opted for the VIP Guided Tour, since this was our first time and we hoped to maximize our experience. Our tour guide did a great job. Touring Elvis's personal home was enlightening to gain a perspective on how he lived his life. Personally, I learned how generous Elvis' was through his philanthropy and numerous donations to truly worthy causes, like St.Jude's Children's Hospital, as one example. The Museum offers a glimpse into Elvis' extensive wardrobe and car collection, with music favorites always playing in the background. The tour took about 3 1/2 to 4 hours. If you were an Elvis fan, or just want to explore his life, this is worth the time.

Alex W.

Me and my spouse are in our 30s, so Elvis was before our time and we are not huge Elvis fans, but we both love music and we're driving through Tennessee, so thought we would stop by the King's house and pay our respects for his contributions to revolutionizing music in similar ways to the Beatles. Seeing his house and archives was incredible, especially with how well preserved most of the house and items are. Truly an incredible experience being able to walk through Elvis' private residence and seeing a piece of history. Of course, once you've seen it, there's not a whole lot of revisiting needed, but I would highly recommend this stop if you have a couple hours to spare! We had a Peanut Butter and Banana sandwich on our way out and it did not disappoint. Thank you Graceland!

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Jody S.

Graceland is truly a part of Americana and celebrates a timeless icon. My family and I were traveling through Memphis on a summer road trip and Graceland was one of the mandatory stops. A little homework before arriving made us familiar with the fees (entry, parking, etc.) so we were not surprised. We did opt for the VIP tour that had a dedicated tour guide. Based on what I read in the reviews that could be the difference from enjoying the tour or not. It is pricey but they really roll out the red carpet for you and it is much more informative. The VIP package we chose was the Ultimate VIP with the meal. I normally wouldn't pay the $235 per person but it was my wife's birthday and that's what she wanted but I did not regret it at all. It was well worth the money. We had a scheduled tour time and once we arrived and checked in we were able to tour the shops, museum and private jets before our tour started. The jets are a short walk and do not take long to tour but I do recommend checking them out. They are well preserved and worth the walk. The museums cover so many parts of Elvis' life and even more. They pay tribute to the many different phases of Elvis' career and other artists. The tour was excellent and the tour guide made it even better. A true fan and very knowledgeable, she truly took us through Elvis' life and could answer every question we had. Elvis kept everything so there is no shortage of artifacts and memorabilia from his childhood through his later years. To be able to see where Elvis played music, spent time with his friends and family and even ate meals was impressive and nostalgic. Lastly, the restaurant. As mentioned I bought the package that included the meal. I expected overcooked and heat lamp warmed chicken tenders with fries but wow was this meal great. They had a selection of BBQ and more sides than you could imagine and it was all great! I was pleasantly surprised. Elvis fan or not, this is a great destination and tour.

Andrea U.

This is the kitty, gloriously bizarre home of the King of Rock & Roll. Elvis Presley was born in Mississippi, he as a true son of Memphis. He was raised in the Lauderdale Courts public housing projects and was inspired by blues clubs on Beale St. In 1957, at 22 yrs. Elvis was discovered at Sun Studios. He spent $100,000 on this colonial style mansion named Graceland by previous owners. After spending an hour touring the house, we came back to the visitor center and saw Elvis's collection of cars, motorcycles, golf carts, jewelry, hold records, furniture, housewares, clothing, airplanes ... everything & anything Elvis. Graceland is everything Elvis on overload. We went into the different exhibits until we were exhausted. It's hard to believe there is such a vast collection when his life was so short. My negative is that this is so expensive. We spent $10 to park in $168 for the two of us to visit. Today we were one of the youngest ones here. I wonder who will be coming & paying these entrance fees in 20 years when his fans will be 85+?

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Eddie H.

We loved it! Me and my wife were big fans! One of the greatest entertainers of all time! We spent 4 1/2 hours here and took our time. Great memories and his songs playing throughout was a nice touch. Car collection was impressive! Sad he died at 42 years old but lived more than I will ever do. The negatives are can't see 2nd story rooms. Gifts are over priced. should have pedestrian bridge over busy road. Waiting on a bus wasn't fun.

Sydney B.

Did you really go to Memphis if you didn't go to Graceland? We came here on 4th of a July weekend and had a good time. We were shocked that it wasn't very busy but we are not complaining. I thought you just visit the house but I was dead wrong. There is so much to see! We had the opportunity to see his outfits, cars and even walk through his private plane! You can easily spend a few hours here. The only downside is it can be expensive but this is technically a tourist spot so it makes sense. If you're an Elvis fan, you will think it's worth it!

Aurora H.

Even though I am not an Elvis fan, this was definitely the highlight of our trip or should I say one of the highlights of our trip! Graceland was amazing! It was awesome to see where Elvis lived and all that has been done to preserve Elvis and the overall Presley family energy! You do not need to pay for a tour guide, we paid for the ticket that was $84 and it included the iPad with the audio recording and that was all that you need !! The house was beautiful! I did not know that Elvis and his family actually have their tombstones on site, so that was pretty cool to see, it was a very surreal feeling. I learned so much in a few hours that I was there. I can't imagine how the Presley fans feel lol this was definitely great and I'm glad that we went. The one thing that I did not like was that parking was not free, I feel like if I'm paying for a ticket to get in somewhere it should include parking. You definitely need your walking shoes and comfortable clothes because we overall spent close to three hours there. When you arrive you park and you go to the main entrance and they take you into a room to watch a movie which is about seven or eight minutes and then you get on the shuttle to go across the street to the mansion After viewing the mansion, you come back over to the main area and you go visit all of the cars that he had as well as a lot of of the keepsakes l, there are also a few different gift shops where you could buy goodies from.

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Jason D.

Graceland was a lifelong dream to see! We got the Ultimate VIP tour and man it was worth it. It included a guided tour with Kimberly (who was fantastic and knows literally everything about Elvis), personal attention to any details or questions, a nice shuttle on a hot day and access to some neat stuff. I mean getting to hold Elvis' TCB ring was a dream was ridiculously cool. I would do it again and I'd advise anyone else to get the UVIP tour as well.

Charlotte C.

It was easy to find and large. You pay additional for parking outside of your pricey tickets which is a little crazy. I feel like it could be included and they wouldn't lose any money. The lady in the parking lot box was super rude and wouldn't come out and get our money. She made us reverse and re pull up until we were close enough to her so she didn't have to come out and get our money. Once you park you go inside and start your tour. They offer free a iPad and headphones to accentuate your tour experience. I did appreciate that. There is a bus that takes you offsite and across the street to part of the museum; actual Graceland property. Once you are done there you come back via bus and look at other exhibits areas on the premises such as the automobiles, airplane, jet, seven gift shops, costumes, guest costumes, army related items etc. There are also two restaurants and we are at Gladys diner which had good burgers and chili fries. All in all I think we were there for about four hours. The merch was okay and could have been a bit better but it was a great experience and I'm glad we went.

Zach S.

While driving through Memphis, we decided to stop at Graceland for part of our mini-vacation. We purchased tickets online the night before for the Elvis Experience package. The price is pretty expensive with the base package costing $84/adults. This allowed us to self tour the Graceland mansion, entertainment complex, and custom jets. Our arrival time was 1:45 and we stayed exactly four hours. Give yourself enough time to see everything leisurely. The mansion itself is smaller; however, the museum exhibitions are vast. The museum is lest crowded after 2:00 according to their website; however, when we arrived it almost felt abandoned. Our ticket group was very small, parking was easy to find, and the entertainment complex was not busy. This allowed for us to freely enjoy the exhibits at our own pace without feeling crowded or rushed. Upon arrival we checked into the ticketing building and watched the short introductory video. I wish the video gave more history behind the life of Elvis or graceland estate; however, it was more focused on his accolades. As a group we were soon shuttled over to the Graceland estate across the road from the ticketing facility and given the option to pick up an inclusive iPad audio tour. The mansion itself did not take us extremely long; however, since it was self-guided, we were able to enjoy the house at our own pace. The rooms were preserved with original decor, furniture, and memorabilia-- similar to the way it looked when Elvis was resident. It is quite spectacular and powerful to see. The mansion tour ends with a visit to his family's graves and garden. Upon being shuttled back to the entertainment complex, we were able to visit the large museum that included Elvis's personal collection of cars, motorcycles, childhood memorabilia, costumes, and household belongings. The exhibits were organized by groupings, making it easy to navigate and understand. Each item was presented with information, time frame, and background knowledge to better learn about Elvis and the item presented. This portion was massive and took the most of our time; however, it was so fascinating to see the size of collection owned by the presley estate. It felt that anything Elvis ever touched has been so well preserved-- really showing the impact his music has had on culture and how large his career and status were while he was still alive. My favorite exhibit was 21-foot floor-to-ceiling display of Elvis' iconic stage jumpsuits. Overall, I would recommend a visit to Graceland to anyone who appreciates his contributions to music or American culture. The staff was friendly and helpful, the grounds are well maintained, and the entire experience was very enjoyable.

Lurine J.

This place is amazing! If you are an Elvis fan please go and check out this place out. It's so much more than just the house, both planes, the mansion and several museums. A sight to be hold! It was amazing listening to the all the Elvis music as well.

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Ask the Community - Graceland

Is their a restaurant in Graceland?

Yes, a BBQ place and American

Can you drive through or do you have to pay for the tour to see the house?

You aren't allowed to drive up the driveway, the house is visible from the street. You can park outside and walk along in front, but to go into the gates you need to buy a ticket. The house tour includes the downstairs, upstairs & basement plus a… Read more

Are water bottles permitted? And small purse?

Yes to both. :)

I just got into Memphis on my way to Mississippi and I am thinking if stopping by Graceland. I am still hauling around a couple of suitcases. Is there a place to store them when I get there?

Yes. They offer lockers for you to store things. Check with guest services.

How are the crowds the week after Christmas?

Typically not bad. Elvis' Birthday is Jan 8 and his Birthday week festivities are not yet beginning. That's actually my favorite time to go because the Christmas decorations are all up. The weather can be cold. I've been there twice in early… Read more

What is the date of Elvis? Death?

August 16 , 1977. He was 42

Can anyone tell me if the expense of the VIP ticket is worth the extra expense? We will be there next week November 22.

VIP is well worth it. VIP personnel tour is not. Special entrance into Graceland. Private shuttle for… Read more

Is there convenient RV parking at Graceland?

Graceland is broken up into several areas. The main parking lot and majority of the attractions are not on the same grounds as the mansion. The parking lot is huge and has plenty of parking for RVs. Shuttle buses take you to the actual mansion… Read more

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Truly an incredible experience being able to walk through Elvis' private residence and seeing a piece of history

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Sun Studio - Our guide in the recording studio

Sun Studio

(625 reviews)

Downtown

This place is sorta small but it packs a punch. It has some unique memorabilia and good photo ops…read moreand a whole lotta history. Our guide was very funny and knowledgeable (and he's a musician to boot!). We did the tour and the upstairs part has a recreation of the Dewey O DJ booth which is very cool. There is even a "smash" hit record on the floor in the booth! Inside museum cases are some original equipment and posters, etc. of some of the greats signed by Sun Studio. The downstairs recording studio (still in use daily) is timeless with an original microphone and the piano that the greats once played while recording. . We got to pose with the microphone and see lots of real equipment actually used by the likes of Elvis, Sam Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, etc. And of course, some of the original recording equipment used by founder Sam Phillips. The gift shop and small bar up front are a great touch both before and after the tours. Don't miss this legendary place.

For anyone who finds this post, a mere speck amidst an ocean of reviews, I need you to understand…read moresomething. This is one of the greatest tours I've ever taken! For context, you have to comprehend that I've visited 82 countries, all seven continents, and countless museums and historic sites around the globe! I don't bestow these compliments lightly, because the unfortunate side effect of all that travel is that I've become almost impossible to impress. But on a rainy Saturday afternoon while walkin' in Memphis, I strolled into Sun Studio for the first time, a place I'd never visited despite a half century of living in Tennessee. It was long overdue! I entered at 10:15 a.m. shortly after the studio opened, showed my voucher that I had purchased on their website, and signed up for the 10:30 a.m. tour. And it's one of the best things I've EVER seen on all my travels which is saying something!! You can feel the spirit of rock and roll here, expertly told by our guide Krista! It really gets in your soul once you listen to the stories, hear the musical excerpts, and realize the hallowed ground upon which you stand. What other museums in Memphis lack, Sun Studio more than makes up for with just one upstairs room of exhibits that are pivotal to the development of modern music. I won't give everything away so that you're motivated to take the tour yourself. But you'll learn how Sam Phillips founded the record studio, how a broken guitar in Mississippi led to the birth of a revolutionary sound, the legendary bands who recorded here and those who were inspired by the record label. Don't miss the original neon sign from Sun Studio and a radio station set rescued from an abandoned hotel! And of course, you'll learn how a teenaged Elvis pad a few dollars for a recording session, and the employee who vouched for him before Sam Phillips realized he was the future of music! You'll also see the active studio downstairs where hundreds of legendary acts have recorded, where the same floor and acoustically designed ceiling haven't changed since the '50s! Even the same microphone that recorded all of these icons still stands in the room, perfect for tourist photo ops! Please take this tour in your lifetime!! Don't wait as long as I did!!

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art

(75 reviews)

Midtown

My friend and I went here for a quick stroll. It is a really small museum and you can take an hour…read moreto walk through. It is not as modern but there are some great art pieces present and interactive art for the kiddos. They also have some fun chairs. The staff was very friendly and you enter free before noon on Saturdays. Parking may be an issue since it has to be on the road side. The zoo is pretty close by so it would be great to do both in a day.

this was a great time. it all started with the staff members at the front desk, who were not only…read moresuper nice, they were also efficient. there are 3 floors and at the time we visited, there was a gallery and/or activity going on. on top of that, there was a vendor market that was set to take place the next day (we wish we were able to attend... it looked like it as going to be really fun to as the vendors were setting up throughout the time we were there). the museum is massive and it reminds me of a museum back home that was originally a house. i could see this being a spot someone used to live at. the exhibitions were beautiful. i had to make sure there weren't any areas that we missed because there were so many rooms & so much art. sometimes spots like this can be free, sometimes they aren't. as there was a fee for this visit, it was very well worth it. i'd come back again & again & again. i liked their cafe, they had coffee soda that REALLY caught my eye & it's something i should've tried. there merch selection was good & also highlighted artwork from local artists, which is always a bonus.

Graceland - museums - Updated May 2026

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