• What makes Mississippi a great travel destination?
    • Home to the fourth-longest river in the world and the birthplace of American music, Mississippi is full of exciting and interesting things to see and do for the whole family.
  • What natural attractions can visitors explore?
    • Mississippi boasts several stunning state parks, including:
    • Clarko State Park
    • Holmes County State Park
    • Roosevelt State Park
    • Visitors can also enjoy beautiful beaches and dense forests.
  • What historical sites can visitors see in Mississippi?
    • The state is home to some of the country’s bloodiest battlegrounds, including the Vicksburg National Military Park.
  • What family-friendly activities are available?
    • Cool off in waterparks like Geyser Falls or Barnacle Bill’s.
    • Test a space shuttle engine at the NASA Infinity Science Center.
    • Hit the beach along the Mississippi Gulf Coast for some seaside fun.

Things to Do:

1. Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
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2. Clarkco State Park

Clarkco State Park
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3. Crosby Arboretum

Crosby Arboretum
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4. Delta Blues Museum

Delta Blues Museum
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5. Hattiesburg Zoo

Hattiesburg Zoo
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6. Jackson Zoo

Jackson Zoo
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7. Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum

Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
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8. Mississippi Children’s Museum

Mississippi Children’s Museum
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9. Mississippi Museum of Art

Mississippi Museum of Art
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10. Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
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11. Mississippi Petrified Forest

Mississippi Petrified Forest
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12. Museum of the Mississippi Delta

Museum of the Mississippi Delta
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13. INFINITY Science Center

INFINITY Science Center
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14. Natchez National Historical Park

Natchez National Historical Park
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15. Ocean Adventures Marine Park

Ocean Adventures Marine Park
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16. Old Capitol Museum

Old Capitol Museum
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17. Old Depot Museum Vicksburg

Old Depot Museum Vicksburg
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18. Percy Quin State Park

Percy Quin State Park
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19. Elvis Presley Birthplace

Elvis Presley Birthplace
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20. The Gulf Coast Gator Ranch

The Gulf Coast Gator Ranch
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21. The Tupelo Buffalo Park and Zoo

The Tupelo Buffalo Park and Zoo
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22. Tishomingo State Park

Tishomingo State Park
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23. Vicksburg National Military Park

Vicksburg National Military Park
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24. Winterville Mounds and Museum

Winterville Mounds and Museum
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