If you are looking for a scenic drive or bike ride, check out the Natchez Trace Parkway. Visitors can cruise down part of the beautiful 444-mile parkway that follows an American Indian pathway. Hiking and horseback riding trails are also available. With 120,000 square feet of displays, including vehicles owned by Elvis Presley, the Tupelo Automobile Museum is perfect for car lovers. Learn about the history of automobiles as you explore more than 100 classic cars. The Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum is a must-see for visiting Elvis fans, but even those who are not huge fans will enjoy an exciting look into history. The historical site features Presley's restored childhood home. Explore the Elvis Presley Museum, which houses artifacts and photographs, and the church Elvis attended as a child. Opened in 1926, the Tupelo Hardware Company has been a family business for more than 85 years. The hardware store's real claim to fame is that it is known as the place where Elvis Presley bought his first guitar. In addition to hardware supplies, the store still features a guitar section if you get inspired to play.
Ballard Park is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors and have a picnic. With two playgrounds, a duck-filled lake and a hiking trail, visitors of all ages will have fun. Also located on the park grounds is the Oren Dunn City Museum, where you can learn about the history of Mississippi. The Tupelo Buffalo Park allows visitors to get up close and personal with some exotic animals. Tour the grounds aboard the Monster Bison Bus and check out the park's menagerie of animals, such as kangaroos, wallabies and zebras. Be sure to check out the petting zoo, where you can hand-feed several animals, including a giraffe. There are many Tupelo hotels that offer a perfect place to relax after a day of fun and discovery. Book with Choice Hotels today.