Mississippi is the birthplace of the blues, a land of mighty rivers, antebellum mansions, and some of the most soulful cooking in America. From the cotton fields of the Delta where Elvis Presley was born and B.B. King learned to play, to the white-sand beaches of the Gulf Coast and the grand antebellum homes of Natchez, Mississippi offers visitors an authentic dive into Southern culture, music, and history.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
Ship Island Ferry and Beach Day
Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum
Vicksburg National Military Park
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Mississippi Children's Museum
Biloxi Lighthouse and Beach
Mississippi Petrified Forest
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Embassy Suites Biloxi
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center area hotels
Hilton Garden Inn Jackson/Ridgeland
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Taylor Grocery (Taylor, near Oxford) is a fun catfish-shack experience that kids love — the rustic setting and whole fried catfish are memorable
The Walnut Hills round-table lunch (Vicksburg) is the best way for families to experience traditional Southern food together
Half Shell Oyster House (Gulfport) has a kids' menu and a casual atmosphere comfortable for families with children of all ages
Big Apple Inn (Jackson) pig ear and tamale sandwiches are inexpensive and a fascinating food adventure for older children and teens
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Build downtime into every day — over-scheduled kids melt down faster than tired adults.
Carry snacks, water, and a small first-aid kit at all times.
Many attractions offer discounted family tickets — ask at the ticket window.