Premium Elvis Experience: City Tour with Graceland Tickets
Description
This experience combines a private guided Memphis tour with a scheduled visit to Graceland using pre-purchased Elvis Experience tickets. You’ll begin with a 2.5–3 hour private driving tour exploring the Memphis locations that shaped Elvis’s early life, followed by a self-guided visit inside Graceland using your included tickets. Your Graceland visit includes a scheduled mansion entry time, access to the official audio tour, exhibits, and museums. This portion is self-guided and takes place alongside other guests. This is a half-day experience (approximately 6–7 hours total) designed for travelers who want both a guided Memphis experience and time to explore Graceland independently. If you prefer a shorter, guide-led experience without Graceland, the Private Elvis Tour in Memphis – The Early Years of the King (1.5 hours) is also available.
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Itinerary
Discover Elvis's connection to historic Main Street, where he spent countless hours as a teenager. Learn about the magnificent Orpheum Theatre, Memphis's crown jewel of entertainment, while exploring the area where young Elvis dreamed of stardom
Where Elvis found his musical inspiration and bought his iconic clothes at Lansky Brothers.
Step into Elvis' teenage years as we visit his favorite lunch spot at The Arcade Restaurant, see where he got his iconic haircuts, and discover the radio station that first played "That's All Right." Experience the historic Lansky Bros location where his legendary style was born. Journey through his high school years and early Memphis homes - each stop weaving together the story of how a young truck driver became the King of Rock 'n' Roll
Site of Elvis' first major public performance in 1954
Tour Conclusion: Your journey concludes at Graceland, where you'll receive your Elvis Experience tickets. This complete package includes the Mansion audio tour, Elvis' custom jets, and full access to the Entertainment Complex featuring the automobile museum, career museum, and special exhibits. Return Transportation: After exploring Graceland at your own pace (approximately 4 hours), complimentary return transportation to downtown will be arranged via Uber/Lyft. Your guide will help coordinate this before departure. Flexibility: Take all the time you need at Graceland - there's no rush. Your tickets provide full-day access to all exhibits and attractions, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the Elvis experience.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operated by Rock 'n' Roll Tours - Memphis-owned, Memphis-operated, and Memphis-proud. Experience Elvis' city through the eyes of passionate local experts.
Reviews(60)
First class tour! What an amazing, friendly, knowledgable and funny person Brandon is. He really made our trip personal - travelling with a 16 year old, my mum in her 70s and a huge elvis fan, and my brother and I in our 40s, Brandon took time to find out why we were visiting, what we liked and showed us so many places of interest and so much insight into where we were staying but in a fun and engaging way. Stopping for photos was no trouble, and made my daughter’s day by mentioning links to Bruno mars (she’s 16 so this made her day!) he gave us lots of tips for Graceland, and making the most of our time. All over Memphis we saw different places- elvis linked aswell as other famous names- and my mum loved seeing where he grew up- even seeing the kisses on the walls from outside! and honestly we couldn’t have asked for more. Graceland was easy to access because of Brandon, who gave tips on making most of visit- in here to eat, what not to miss. He then met us at the end with no issue at all, and no time limits. He also recommended places to visit during our stay on Beale street and around- blues cafe was amazing! Couldn’t get my mum out of it. If you looking for a way of making the most of your time in Memphis I would highly recommend booking this tour. You will not be disappointed and get far more personal touches than other ones I had looked into. I wish I could give more than 5 stars because it made our holiday. Thanks again and don’t hesitate to book!!!
Thank you so much for this, it genuinely made my week. Getting to find those little personal touches, the Bruno Mars connection for your daughter, watching your mum light up at Graceland, that's exactly why I do these tours the way I do. Made-up itineraries and generic scripts can't do that. So glad the whole family, 16 to 70s, found something that clicked for them. Thanks for taking the time to write this, and for trusting me with your one shot at Memphis. Hope to see you all again someday!
Brandon was exceptional! Very knowledgeable about the area and all the history in the Memphis area! He was very considerate of our time and wanted to make sure we had a great time! I would definitely recommend him to any one! Great Job Brandon!
Thank you so much, Michelle! I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour and that the history and stories about Memphis came through. It was a pleasure showing you around, and I really appreciate the kind words and the recommendation. Come back and see us again sometime!
Very well informed, catered to the individual interests. So very good! Relatable and information was second to none!
Thank you so much for this kind review! It means a lot to hear the tour felt personal and catered to what you were interested in — that's exactly the experience I aim to create. So glad you enjoyed it, and I hope Memphis left a lasting impression. Come back and see us again sometime!
Guide was great. He was very knowlegable and even sang and played guitar of an Elvis song.
Thank you so much for the kind review, Joseph! I'm glad you enjoyed the tour and that I could help bring Elvis' story to life. One of my favorite parts of guiding is sharing the music itself, so I'm happy you enjoyed the guitar and Elvis song along the way. Thanks again for spending part of your Memphis visit with me, and I hope the memories of Graceland and Elvis' hometown stay with you for years to come! — Brandon Rock 'n' Roll Tours Memphis
Brandon is extremely knowledgeable about Memphis, Elvis, the history of the Memphis music scene and its place in the Civil Rights Movement. He provided a memorable and pleasant tour. We would definitely book this tour again as we were able to discover hidden bits of Memphis and Elvis history . We highly recommend this tour for anybody who has a passion for Elvis and history. Brandon will definitely provide a rich, educational and entertaining experience!
Thank you so much for this review. It means a lot to hear that the tour felt both memorable and pleasant, and that the mix of Elvis, Memphis music history and Civil Rights context landed for you. I love being able to show guests some of the ‘hidden’ pieces of the story that don’t always make it into the standard tours. If you ever do come back to Memphis, I’d be honoured to take you out again and dig even deeper. And if you have friends or family who are passionate about Elvis and history, I’ll be glad to look after them too. Brandon – Rock ’n’ Roll Tours Memphis
Amazing tour. Personalised engaging and incredibly informative. Brandon you rock. 🤘
Jo, thank you so much for this review – that means a lot. I really enjoyed our day together and I’m glad the tour felt personal, engaging and informative. Sharing Elvis’s Memphis and the wider music story with people who are genuinely interested is exactly why I do this. If you ever send friends or family to Memphis who want more than a standard bus tour, I’d be happy to look after them. Brandon – Rock ’n’ Roll Tours Memphis
I thought the tour was awesome, maybe a little pricey, but for the service , it was worth it to me. I highly recommend this tour if u are into music and Elvis. Two thumbs up
Gary, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I really enjoyed touring with you and I’m glad you felt the service and experience were worth it, especially as a music and Elvis fan. My goal with this tour is always to make the Memphis side of Elvis’s story clear, personal and enjoyable before you dive into Graceland, so it means a lot to hear that landed for you. Thanks again for choosing to spend part of your trip with me and for recommending the tour to other fans. Brandon – Rock ’n’ Roll Tours Memphis
We had a fabulous time with our guide Brandon His knowledge about Elvis and Memphis was second to none .He took us round place were Elvis hung out .We had a dinner break in a great cafe and after that took us to Graceland
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was a real pleasure spending the day with you both and helping celebrate your husband’s 70th birthday here in Memphis. I’m so glad you enjoyed exploring the places Elvis spent time around the city before heading over to Graceland. Sharing those stories and showing visitors the real places behind the music is one of the things I enjoy most about giving a private Elvis tour here in Memphis. And I’m happy we were able to take a break at that café along the way — sometimes those little moments make the best memories. Enjoy the rest of your travels through Detroit and New York, and thanks again for letting me be part of such a special celebration. Rock on, Brandon Rock ’n’ Roll Tours Memphis
Guide took us to Elvis spots in Memphis, chatted about history. All very good. Would have liked the guided tour to extend through Graceland as well, just to take us deeper into the history of items on display. We were left to our own devices on the Graceland tour.
Hi John, Thank you for joining me and for your kind words about the Memphis portion of the tour. I’m glad you enjoyed exploring Elvis’ city and the history behind those locations. As outlined in the tour description, the Graceland mansion and museum experience is self-guided using Graceland’s official audio tour. This allows guests to explore the home and exhibits at their own pace. After your mansion visit, I was glad to continue sharing additional context and stories on the drive back to your hotel to round out the experience. I appreciate you spending part of your Memphis trip with me and wish you all the best in your travels. — Brandon
Brandon was very professional and knowledgeable. The tour was adapted to what we wanted being very informative and relaxed. I would highly recommend you do this tour
Thank you so much for the kind words — I really appreciate it. One of my favorite parts of leading this experience is being able to tailor the day to each group. Elvis’s story hits differently depending on what you’re most curious about — the music, the early struggles, the cultural impact — and I love shaping the tour around that. I’m glad it felt informative and relaxed. That balance matters to me. Thanks again for spending the day exploring Memphis with me. – Brandon
