Why go
- City in Mississippi, United States.
- Known for Tupelo National Battlefield.
- 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum.
- Served by Tupelo Regional Airport (TUP).
History
Tupelo is a city in and the county seat of Lee County, Mississippi, United States. Founded in 1860, the population was 37,923 at the 2020 census. It is the seventh-most populous city in Mississippi and is considered a commercial, industrial, and cultural hub of northern Mississippi.
Must-see attractions
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 2 direct destinations
- Silver Airways (3M) 3M (Saab 340) · 2 routes: Atlanta, Greenville
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Tupelo Regional Airport (TUP); 21 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: TUP has direct flights to 2 destinations on 1 airline (incl. Atlanta, Greenville).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Tupelo, Mississippi. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.