Zierra Long

Hello! Lawhon Elementary School is a public school. You can contact them at 662-841-8910! If you decide to do the Tupelo tour, you will step inside Lawhon Elementary (with permission of the school officials). I hope this helps! Thank you so much for asking a local!

Hello! What girl doesn’t love shopping? Our downtown shopping district has a variety of art, culture, and tasty food! If you’re trying to stay in that area, I suggest Fairpark Grill, Park Heights, Kermit’s Outlaw Kitchen, or Vanelli’s. I hope that helps and thank you for contacting a local!

My favorite thing to do in Tupelo is to visit the mall in Barnes Crossing. I love the atmosphere and different stores.

My favorite place to experience TUpelo's local flavor is definitely Tazikis Mediterranean Grill, Kermits Outlaw Kitchen, and for something sweet I go to Rosie's Bakery. The food options are outstanding and the customer service is phenomenal. You won't regret it!

It's either "Suspicious Minds" or "Can't Help Falling In Love". They both make me want to grab someone and dance. I also think they show the vocal range and ability of Elvis.

Hello! I would suggest staying with your tour bus. The Visitor’s Bureau provides a variety of information to new comers. There is a self driving tour and map inside the visitors guide that help navigate you if you plan to make a detour. That way you can enjoy Tupelo at your own pace.

Hello! It depends on the group of friends that I am involved with that day. I do different things like yoga, going out to get coffee, going to the flea market, and shopping at any of the shopping districts (whether it's uptown, midtown, or downtown). I love going to different restaurants as well. The taste of Tupelo is phenomenal! I hope this helps gives you an idea of what I like to do in Tupelo. Thank you for contacting Ask A Local! Zierra Long

Hello! A few places that have local brewery beer are Blue Canoe, Brew Ha's Bar & Grill, Papa V's, and Steele's Dive. My favorite place to go for coffee is Strange Brew Coffeehouse. They have good varieties like Costa Rica and Guatemalan in the whole bean. The Mississippi blend is a nice surprise with a full-bodied taste as well. As for a great breakfast, I suggest going to the Fairpark Grill. Their brunch is unbeatable! Lastly, Candlewood and Hilton Garden Inn are great locations for resting after a long day of touring the city. I suggest the Hilton Garden Inn if you want to be in the heart of Tupelo and around other attractions. I would not limit myself to jazz because the variety of music is endless. The Blue Canoe, The Thirsty Devil, Steele's Dive, and Woody's Steakhouse and Lounge offer great live music to accompany the amazing food you will receive. I hope this helps and thank you for asking a local! Zierra Long

Hello Adam! Why limit yourself to a cheeseburger?! Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen has the BEST burgers in the entire world. I can guarantee that you will be satisfied with the quality and service that you will receive. One thing that I love about Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen is that their menu is handwritten every day. They depend on the local farmers for their ingredients. Their menu adjusts to reflect that week's harvest from our local farms. My personal favorite is the KOK burger. You should definitely get some KOK sauce to accompany your burger along with some fresh parm fries. I hope this helps you and thank you so much for asking a local! Zierra Long

Hello Shannon! The downtown options are endless! Some of my personal favorites are Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen, Nautical Whimsey, Vanelli's Bistro, The Stables Downtown Grill, and Park Heights Restaurant. With the places I've just listed, you have the variety of carnivore centric mains, endless beer and bourbon, pasta and other Italian classics, gyros and salads, quality American pub grub, and creative Southern food! I hope this helps. Thank you so much for asking a local! Zierra Long

Hello! You can email visittupelo@tupelo.net or call 662-841-6521 to receive a visitor’s guide, detailed maps on downtown, information on hotels, shopping plazas, and restaurants.

Hello! Tupelo, MS, has plenty of shopping centers, tasty dining, and more! The many shopping options including malls and commercial retail stores. In north Tupelo you will find The Mall at Barnes Crossing. This mall delivers an all-in-one place for you to peruse items for you or take the family for some quality-time fun. Large anchor stores include Barnes & Noble, Belk (and Belk Men's Store), Dick's Sporting Goods, JC Penney, and Sears. More than 90 specialty shops, a 600-seat food court and a Movies 8 complete the collection making the mall a shopping hot spot. In West of downtown, there's the Tupelo Market Center. Located on Rabbit Drive, Magnolia Plaza is a good place to visit for specific gift ideas in mind. This is a smaller area, but the center includes a Wal-Mart SuperCenter and Sally Beauty Supply along with other popular chain retail stores. Then, there is the heart of Tupelo. Downtown has a variety of local boutiques and large shops that await you! There are galleries and music stores. During your trip, rest at one of the salons, or grab a bite at one of the many restaurants. Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen, Blue Canoe, Thirsty Devil, and Stables have great choices of food and drinking options! Unfortunately, we do not have any casinos. The closest ones would be in Philadelphia and Tunica, MS. I hope this helps and thank you so much for asking a local!

Hello! If you’re looking for some great soul food I would suggest Aunt B’s Soul Food or Sim’s Soul Cookin. If you’re interested in some Barbeque I will suggest Bar-B-Q by Jim, Bishop’s, or Crossroads Ribshack! You won’t be disappointed.

Hello! From the information that I have gathered from Bestplaces.net, their cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Tupelo, MS is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Tupelo, MS, is more expensive. Tupelo was listed as 82. Housing is the biggest factor in cost of living. There is a variety of livable, charming neighborhoods that offer everything from affordable bungalows to million-dollar executive homes. For example, Highland Circle district, Fairpark District, and downtown have nearly two dozen “upper” floor housing units. I suggest going to Zillow.com to find more detailed information on housing. The website will provide pictures, price variation, home type, single family rental, and a visual map for a location and what your future home will surround! Jobs are not hard to come by. I suggest that you apply at North Mississippi Medical Center to get an idea on the friendly environment we provide. There also numerous medical firms that are willing hire eager and hard working employees. I wish you the best of luck and welcome to Tupelo! I hope this helps and thank you so much for asking a local!

Hello Carrie and Bryan! If you would like to stay closer to the birthplace, I would suggest the Hilton Garden Inn. They serve breakfast but it is not complimentary. Candlewood Suites is a little father out but its cozy and affordable! They provide a complimentary breakfast. Since you are celebrating your anniversary, I would suggest dining at Park Heights. It is a charming gem nestled in downtown. One of the best places for fine dining! I hope this helps! Please stop by the new Tupelo Visitors Center to get all of the information you'll need to experience Elvis' Tupelo!

Hello! If you go to tupelo.net you will see a tab that says "EVENTS." There you will find events that are currently going on and in the future of Tupelo. Unfortunately, I did not see anything on the website for those particular days. I'm sure there will be something posted soon so be on the look out! I also suggest that you visit Tupelo before then! We have the 20th Tupelo Elvis Festival coming up June 6th-10th. There will plenty of live music and tribute artists. Here is a list of spots that usually have live music: The Thirsty Devil, Blue Canoe, Steele's Dive, Nautical Whimsey, Woody's, Romie's Grocery, Forklift, Courtyard by Marriott, and Stables downtown grill. I hope this helped and thank you for asking a local!

Hello, Mark. The Natchez Trace includes Native American history to Civil War history and everything in between. The scenery is beautiful, as you mentioned! Stop by the Visitors Center in Tupelo and pick up one of our Heritage Trails brochures. Inside you will find some information on Tupelo's Civil War Trail, Chickasaw Heritage Trail, and the Civil Rights & African-American Heritage Trail. If you want a more detailed experience, I suggest making a detour to Jackson, MS. They recently opened the Mississippi History and Mississippi Civil Rights Museums. For more information, e-mail them at info@mscivilrightsmuseum.com. I hope this this helps you and thank you so much for contacting AskALocal!

Hello! If you are looking to stay in the heart of Tupelo, I recommend lodging at The Hilton Garden Inn. They have great customer service and you can rack up on loyalty points! Although the breakfast isn't complimentary, it is a great breakfast. I can guarantee it is worth every penny you will spend. If you stay there, you will be surrounded by all of the local boutiques, and the awesome nightlife. During the day, you two could shop at Reeds, Farmhouse, Tupelo Hardware Co. (where Elvis bought his first guitar), and so many other places. As far as the night life, there are a few places that I can name: Thirsty Devil, Stables Bar and Grill, and Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen, Crave (dessert restaurant), and Fairpark Grill. At those locations you'll find amazing food, beer, great people, and even better energy. We are so happy to have you all here for the weekend. Be sure to come by the Tupelo Visitors Center (located on the left side of the Hilton) so we can give you more insight on the town. Thank you so much for Asking A Local! Zierra Long

Hello, You and your family have so many options to have some fun in the sun! We have a couple of splash pads located in Tupelo - the biggest location is at Veterans Park. It has a lot for variety and a bucket that drops once it is full. There is also a park close by for more physical activity and fun. The other location that I would recommend is in front of City Hall. It is more intimate for you and your family. Likewise, there is a park that is close and a lot of restaurants that will surround you. If you get so hot and want to avoid the direct sun, the Aquatic Center is a great substitution! I hope this helps!

Hello, My suggestion would be Connie's Fried Chicken! They specialize in chicken, blueberry donuts, & biscuit and gravy! Likewise, another good place would be Romie's Grocery. They have classic southern cooking served in an airy, down-home eatery with live music & an outdoor patio. I hope this helps!

Hello! Tupelo is super laid back and the environment is everything you will want to be around! But dont get it twisted - the downtown area comes alive in the night time and the atmosphere becomes contagious! Come visit Tupelo soon. We look forward to having you!

Hello Briona, I can assure you that Tupelo is accepting of everyone and we are a safe city with great culture! Any bar or restaurant that you choose will cater to your needs. We will be expecting you - thank you for asking a local!

Ashley,

Here are a few suggestions for you two to do on your special day. I would start off with Queen's Reward Meadery to taste the varieties of wines and alcoholic slush for only $10! You even get to keep the wine glass that you sip with. They occasionally have food trucks on Thursdays when they have other events planned like trivia, for example. Otherwise the food trucks are there only on Fridays and Saturdays. However, you are welcome to bring food with you or have it delivered to the Meadery any time. For entertainment I’d suggest Event Zona where you have an indoor arena of fun! They have everything from laser tag, bowling, virtual reality experience, and arcade games. You also have the option to buy food there. Another resource of entertainment would be an escape room (Deadbolt Escape Rooms or Paradox Challenge Rooms Tupelo) After all that fun, you two could wind down with a movie (Malco or Cinemark) and experience the ambiance of downtown Tupelo. Its absolutely beautiful! I hope this helps and thank you so much for AskingALocal! :)

Hello! That is a great question...with so many wonderful answers!!! I am going to suggest 3 places for your taste buds: 1. Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen - a roomy, farm-to-table joint plating carnivore-centric mains with beer & bourbon in rustic quarters, Romie's Grocery - a classic Southern cooking served in an airy, down-home eatery with live music & an outdoor patio, and Sao Thai - a homey, antique-filled restaurant whipping up spicy curries, noodles & other traditional Thai fare. As far as live music and dancing Id suggest going to Blue Canoe or Steele's Dive. You wont regret getting your two-step on! I hope this helps and thank you so much for asking a local! :)