Downtown Jackson
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Visit Downtown Jackson
Popular places to visit

Jackson Convention Complex
View fascinating exhibitions, thrilling performances and interesting collectors’ tradeshows at Jackson’s leading convention complex.

Mississippi State Capitol
Admire the stunning beaux-arts architecture of this capitol building, take a tour through its stately interior or view a legislative session from a senate gallery.

Mississippi Governor's Mansion
The second-oldest continuously occupied governor’s residence in the United States is a stunning architectural masterpiece that can be explored on a fascinating tour.

Mississippi Museum of Art
Check out a fantastic collection of American art and diverse touring exhibitions of local and international artists at this light-filled downtown museum.

Russell C Davis Planetarium
Experience the mysterious world beneath the sea, a land roamed by dinosaurs and the fantastic galaxies above with a screening on the dome cinema at this planetarium.

Mississippi Children's Museum
Kids can discover a world of fascinating facts and exciting make-believe within the five galleries of this sensational museum dedicated to helping kids learn.
Top hotels in Downtown Jackson

The Westin Jackson
Property was amazing location is kind of off but besides that the staff and property is great
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown
Room want completely clean
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026

Old Capitol Inn
Very pretty historic Hotel - the staff was excellent - breakfast was delicious. Will stay again as I have to travel to the area frequently for work
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026

Imperial Suites - Adults Only
Parking was great Staff were pleasant and great Room was cozy and comfortable Only floors a bit dusty sheets was not that clean Sink handle had water stain Bathroom sliding door needs to be clean
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026

Hyatt Place Jackson/ Ridgeland
Good place to stay with family. Good location
Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Jackson/Ridgeland
Had a one night stop in Jackson. The front desk agent Brittany and the breakfast hostess were simply wonderful. So polite and kind. Both wore smiles and very hospitable.
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Jackson

Farish Street Historical District
While visiting Farish Street Historical District, you might make a stop by sights like Smith Robertson Museum & Cultural Center and Alamo Theater.

Greater Belhaven
If you're spending some time in Greater Belhaven, Jackson Zoological Park and Eudora Welty House & Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Fondren
While Fondren isn't home to many top sights, Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum and Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

LeFleur East
If you're spending some time in LeFleur East, Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum and LeFleur's Bluff State Park are top sights worth seeing.
