Things to do in Southwest

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A little off the beaten path but pretty cool. Got there just before the storm started
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Amtrak’s famous, ‘City Of New Orleans’ (10/2017)
Le Fleur's Bluff State Park nature trail along the Pearl River. Walk slow, listen to the birds sing, and enjoy the view!
Not the most spectacular photo but a very spectacular building and story. This 150-year-old house was never completed. The exterior incredibly magnificent but step inside and the top four floors… Or still in the same condition as when the craftsman left in 1865. Well worth the stop!

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What to do in Southwest

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Vicksburg National Military Park

Vicksburg National Military Park

Explore the great outdoors at Vicksburg National Military Park, a lovely green space in Vicksburg. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

Vicksburg National Military Park
Jackson Convention Complex which includes modern architecture

Jackson Convention Complex

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

Jackson Convention Complex
Mississippi State Capitol showing a city

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 State Capitol
autumn swamp landscape

The Refuge

Enjoy a round of golf in Flowood at The Refuge. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

The Refuge
Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum

Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum

Visit the candy store where Coca-Cola was first bottled and discover a collection of exhibits that trace a timeline of one of the world’s most recognizable brands.

Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum
Stanton Hall which includes heritage architecture, a house and a garden

Stanton Hall

Join an informative tour and see the striking antebellum architecture, lavish interior and period furnishings of this stately mansion in historic downtown Natchez.

Stanton Hall
Mississippi Children\'s Museum showing modern architecture

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.

Mississippi Children's Museum

Jackson State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Jackson State University during your trip to Jackson. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Jackson State University

Mississippi Coliseum

Catch an event at Mississippi Coliseum during your trip to Jackson. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the lively bars.

Mississippi Coliseum

Areas of Southwest

Mississippi Governor\'s Mansion which includes heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a house

Downtown Jackson

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers come to Downtown Jackson for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mississippi Governor's Mansion and Mississippi State Capitol while you're in town.

Downtown Jackson
Capitol State House Downtown City Center Jackson Mississippi USA

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.

Fondren
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Greater Belhaven

4/5(1 area review)

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

Greater Belhaven
Le Fleur's Bluff State Park nature trail along the Pearl River. Walk slow, listen to the birds sing, and enjoy the view!

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.

LeFleur East
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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.

Farish Street Historical District

 

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