Tour celebrity homes, including Jimi Hendrix’s flat in London’s Mayfair, now open to the public

Have you ever been curious about walking through the spaces where icons once lived? From Prince’s vibrant Paisley Park to the rooms that Echoed the early beginnings of The Beatles’ timeless tunes, the number of renowned homes open to visitors might surprise you. Many of these former residences have been transformed into memorials to their famous occupants, providing a peek behind the curtain of the remarkable lives that accompanied their stardom. Whether you find yourself transported back to the glamour of Hollywood’s heyday or journeying through the annals of rock ‘n’ roll history, these celebrity homes offer a unique opportunity to get close and personal with fame and the narratives that define it.

Graceland, the renowned Memphis mansion belonging to Elvis Presley, served as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s abode from 1957 until his passing in 1977. Currently functioning as a museum, the estate, now owned by Lisa Marie Presley, has preserved its iconic elements frozen in time. Although the upper floor remains off-limits, visitors can explore famous locations like the Jungle Room with its distinctive green shag carpet and tropical influences, along with various living spaces where Elvis entertained his loved ones. The Meditation Garden, his final resting place, and an adjacent museum complex showcasing his costumes, cars, and a plethora of memorabilia provide ample opportunities to immerse oneself in the history surrounding the legendary performer.

Paisley Park, located in Chanhassen, Minnesota, was Prince’s sanctuary and a hub of creativity where he composed, recorded, and produced the majority of his iconic music from the Lovesexy album onwards. Now functioning as a museum since the artist’s passing in 2016, Paisley Park allows enthusiasts to step into the very rooms that once breathed life into Prince’s creativity. From performance spaces to the dedicated “Purple Rain” room, visitors can explore the places where the musical genius honed his craft, including quirky spots like the ping-pong table where he supposedly triumphed over Michael Jackson. It remains a living tribute to Prince’s legacy and offers his fans an opportunity to bask in the vivacious energy that shaped his music.

Before conquering Hollywood as The Terminator, Arnold Schwarzenegger spent his formative years in Thal, Austria, residing in a modest flat devoid of modern amenities. In 2011, the building housing his former home was converted into a museum homage to the star, showcasing the rooms where Arnie first harbored his dreams and honed his muscular physique. The museum blends childhood memorabilia like Schwarzenegger’s bed and bodybuilding achievements with more recent tributes, including a life-size bronze statue of the actor in the yard. This nostalgic journey provides a unique perspective on the environment that fueled his legendary ascent to fame and is a must-see for admirers.