Graceland

Honestly... this was an amazing time. I'm in my late 30's, so elvis was before my time, and wouldn't consider myself an "Elvis fan," but this whole experience was amazing. I can't recommend it enough. Its crazy to see how truly polarizing and inspirational "EP" truly was. We got the VIP package and it was a game changer. If you're able to splurge, I highly suggest you do. We did the 10am tour and it took us the whole day to truly see everyting... so, I would suggest that you plan to spend the whole day. Also, we didn't stay at the guest house, but went over after our tour to check it out and have a drink. If we ever come back, we will stay there. So, again, my suggestion would be for you to stay at the guest house and truly immerse yourself.

We did the Graceland Christmas Tour and really enjoyed the whole experience 🎄. We started off with lunch at Vernon’s BBQ, which was delicious—especially the mac and cheese! After eating, we spent some time exploring the shops while we waited for our tour time. Once your tour starts, you’re shuttled over to the house. The Christmas tour includes guides stationed throughout the home who share stories about the Presley family’s holiday traditions. The house itself is incredibly well preserved and truly one-of-a-kind—carpet and fabric everywhere. A fireman’s nightmare 😂 but such a fascinating time capsule. When you head back outside, you can pick up an iPad audio tour narrated by John Stamos from Full House. It walks you through the outdoor areas, including where Elvis rode horses, the pool, the racquetball/recreation building, and the Meditation Garden. The tombs and memorials are somber but beautifully maintained—a peaceful tribute to Elvis. And you absolutely must check out his vehicles and his airplane 🚗✈️. Seeing his cars, motorcycles, and the iconic Lisa Marie is such a fun part of the experience. Overall, the visit is both fun and emotional. The home is beautiful and full of charm, and although the family’s story has its sad parts, Graceland stands as a warm, respectful memorial to Elvis. A wonderful stop, especially during the holidays.

Loved visiting Graceland, learned alot about Elvis I didnt know. The house is very well maintained. Wish you could also see upstairs, but what can be seen is fantastic.