Graceland
The Memphis mansion home of Elvis Presley - the King's grave, gold records and 1970s excess, a pilgrimage for music fans the world over.
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Graceland is the Memphis mansion Elvis Presley bought as fame arrived and lived in until his death, now a museum and a place of pilgrimage for fans from around the world. The house, frozen in its 1970s style with the famous Jungle Room, the trophy building of gold records and rhinestone suits, and Elvis's grave in the garden tell the story of the King.
What you actually see
- The mansion - the house preserved with its 1970s decor and the Jungle Room.
- The Meditation Garden - Elvis's grave, where fans leave tributes.
- The trophy building - the gold records, costumes and cars.
- The wider complex - the entertainment complex with more exhibits across the road.
When to go
Year-round; the anniversary of Elvis's death in August draws huge crowds and vigils. Book ahead for the mansion tour in busy periods.
Honest expectations
It is a fan pilgrimage, so appeal depends heavily on your feeling for Elvis and the era. The complex has grown very commercial, with tiered ticket options that add up. The mansion tour is timed and can be busy.
Nearby
Downtown Memphis, Beale Street and the Stax and Sun music sites are nearby.
What to pack for Graceland
Chosen from what this place is for. Tap a kit for the full checklist.
Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
