Graceland in Memphis,Tennessee

2012, Elvis Presley's 35th Anniversary

Experience Graceland in Memphis during the yearlong 35th anniversary celebration. Explore Graceland, see Elvis' unique collection of cars and step aboard his custom jets. In addition, in early 2012, Graceland will open three new exhibits: Elvis...Through A Daughter's Eyes, part of the VIP Tour, will explore Elvis' relationship with Lisa Marie; the Elvis on Tour Exhibit will celebrate Elvis' award-winning 1972 tour documentary; and the Icons Exhbit will explore Elvis' influence on other entertainers. For further information visit Elvis.com/35.

Elvis' life story started in Tupelo, Mississippi but at Graceland in Memphis you can experience a journey through rock’n’roll history with an audio-guided tour featuring commentary and life stories by Elvis and his daughter, Lisa Marie Presley. The Graceland Mansion tour includes a peek inside the private lives of the Presley family with visits to the living room, music room, Elvis’ parents’ bedroom, the dining room, kitchen, TV room, pool room and jungle room. Also on the grounds you will be able to tour Elvis’ racquetball building and the original business office.

A highlight of the mansion tour is Elvis’ trophy building, which houses his enormous collection of gold records and awards, along with an extensive display of career mementos, stage costumes, jewellery, photographs and much more. The mansion portion of the tour ends with a quiet visit to the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and members of his family have been laid to rest. The Graceland Mansion tour lasts approximately one hour. The Graceland audio tour is available in English, Spanish, German, Italian, French, Japanese, Portuguese and Dutch.

Highlights of the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum include his Pink Cadillac, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, Stutz Blackhawks, a 1975 Dino Ferrari, a 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible, the red MG from Blue Hawaii and more. Also see some of Elvis’ favourite motorised toys, including a go-cart, dune buggy, motorised three-wheelers and a pedal car.

Then you can climb aboard Elvis’ customised Lisa Marie airplane and experience what he called his “flying Graceland”. The Lisa Marie includes a luxuriously appointed living room, conference room, sitting room and private bedroom, as well as gold-plated seatbelts, suede chairs, leather-covered tables, 24-karat gold flecked sinks and more.

After checking out Elvis' house, cars and planes be sure to tour the Sincerely Elvis Museum. This rotating exhibit space currently features an Elvis in Hollywood exhibit. Elvis' starred in 31 feature films, including box office smashes such as Love Me Tender and Jailhouse Rock. The Elvis in Hollywood exhibit tells the story of how Elvis transitioned from rock'n'roll star to movie star. The exhibit features memorabilia from his film career, including his wardrobe, personal scripts, rare behind-the-scene photos, personal copies of his own feature films and more.

In addition, check out our new Elvis Presley: Fashion King exhibit. Take a step inside the King of Rock 'n' Roll's closet and explore the fashion trends set by Elvis with his own unique style and custom-made clothing. This new exhibit for 2010 showcases everything from Elvis' handmade shirts and suits to flashy jewellery and shoes, giving visitors a first-hand look at how to dress like royalty.

While at Graceland, you can also enjoy our two free exhibits. Elvis Lives: The King and Pop Culture Culture Exhibit allows you to experience how Elvis has influences pop culture as we know it today. Through video, photos and special displays, you will be able to trace Elvis' impact on music and the world, explore Elvis' music through listening stations and more. The second free exhibit, '68 Special, offers a look at this historic television event through videos, photos and displays of artefacts from the special. The displays include some of the outfits Elvis wore during the '68 Special, a script and a timeline of significant historical events occurring in the US at that time.

Graceland also has a new and expended VIP Tour that offers an exclusive exhibit featuring several never-before-seen artifacts. The new displays enhance the current VIP Tour allowing visitors the luxury of front of the line privileges at the mansion, special shuttle service and an all day pass to tour Graceland mansion, the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, Lisa Marie Airplane Tour, Elvis in Hollywood exhibit and the Elvis Presley: Fashion King exhibit.

While at Graceland, you can also enjoy shopping and dining at Graceland plaza and Graceland Crossing.

Conveniently located next to Graceland is Elvis Presley’s Heartbreak Hotel, a fashionable boutique hotel that takes its cues from the legendary hospitality and personal style for while the king of rock’n’roll was known. Featuring a heart-shaped pool and Jungle Room lobby bar and lounge, this hotel offers a comfortable setting for any overnight stay. Heartbreak Hotel also offers airport shuttle service, 24-hour in-room Elvis movie channel, continental breakfast and more.

When planning your trip to Memphis and Graceland, visit www.Elvis.com for a free online travel planner that includes ticket prices and options, hours of operation, maps and directions, guest service information and more. You can also contact Graceland reservations by calling 901-332-3322.