First of all, let me share a little history of Tupelo, Mississippi.
Discovered by European-American settlers in the beginnings, Tupelo was first named Gumpond due to the many Tupelo trees found on this land called Blackgum. The name later changed to Tupelo after the American Civil War. Tupelo's economy came from the crossing railroad that encouraged much industry in the town, but now many tourists come to this historic city for the birthplace of Elvis Presley and The Natchez Trace. The Natchez Trace is known for the connection of Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee.
Tupelo National Battlefield Elvis Presley's Birthplace The "Tupelo" tree
On a budget? Why not visit the "King of Rock and Roll" Elvis Presley's birthplace and museum. While it's only only a five minute tour, why not take the time to explore all of the beauty of this place! The best time to visit would be the fall, so everyone can enjoy the beautiful color changing of the leaves!
Are you interested in antique automobiles? Why not visit the Tupelo Automobile Museum where you can see 120,000 square feet of automobile displays!
If your day is starting early, why not stop by Shockley's for some breakfast, located on S Gloster St., or grab a cup of joe at Joe Joe's Coffee.
While Tupelo has many lunch spots, there is a restaurant for your favorite type of food, from American, Italian, Greek, Japanese to mama's kinda cookin.
If your like me, I love mama's kinda cookin, so why not try Connie's Fried Chicken! Tourists say it's the best fried chicken in the south! While there's amazing fried chicken and fried onion rings, they also have very popular blueberry donuts! While it's not a table-service restaurant, if that is up your alley there are a range of different restaurants.
If you are looking for a table service and memorable restaurant experience, you should try Woody's. Voted top 10 Mississippi Steakhouse by Mississippi Business Journal and 2010/2011 Best Dessert by Mississippi Magazine, you should stop on by for an amazing steak, seafood, or old family recipes!
Tupelo has some of the most unique shops anyone can find from pottery shops, bookstores, consignment shops and much more! The mall at Barne's Crossing is one of the largest shopping venues in Northeast Mississippi! If you enjoy outlets, visit the Factory Stores of America!
Over the years, consignment shops are growing more and more popular. If you're are shopping for a child, visit Shakespeare's, Magnolia's Boutique & Consignment, Resale Therapy, Shabby Chic Boutique, and Mommy and Me Boutique.
If you are bringing kids, there are a few kid spots to bring them for a little family fun! Start the day off by stopping in at the Tupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo with exotic animals that your kid will surely enjoy seeing! Almost like a safari ride, the giraffe's will actually eat out of your hand! After the zoo, bring 'em over to Dairy Kream, as it is sure to be in everyone's budget! While you can get a nice juicy burger and fries, you can also get a shake, maybe even a yummy chocolate chip shake all for $5!!
While Tupelo has a wide variety of activities for both adults & children year-round, the best time to visit this historic Mississippi town is in the fall. You'll not only be in cool weather, but you will get to see how amazing the fall leaves look! Something you'll never forget!
Hope you enjoyed!!!
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