Pictured above: Live music in Tupelo
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Tupelo, MS
Imagine what you can do in Tupelo, Mississippi!
Embark on your Mississippi adventure in the city where anything is possible. Get to know Tupelo’s favourite native son with a visit to the Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum. Tour the humble home where he was born, explore the museum that chronicles his life, and experience a service in the original church where he was deeply influenced by gospel music. Discover the city that gave rise to the world’s greatest entertainer by exploring the Elvis’ Tupelo Driving Tour or Self-Guided Bicycle Tour.
Tupelo is a small town with big city amenities, boasting more than 200 restaurants, over 2,200 quality hotel rooms, three distinct shopping districts, 17 live music venues, and an abundance of unique attractions. Visit tupelo.net to learn more.
Next, hop on the Natchez Trace Parkway, one of the most visited national parks in the country, and head south to Mississippi’s capital city, Jackson, the City With Soul.
Jackson, MS
Discover Jackson, Mississippi, where Civil Rights history and culture come alive!
The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum honors trailblazers like Medgar Evers and Fannie Lou Hamer. You might even get a tour from an original Freedom Rider. Explore the Smith Robertson Museum, Jackson’s first African American school, and the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. Visit Jackson State University, a historic Civil Rights hub.
Music enthusiasts, welcome to the “Birthplace of Southern Soul!” Jackson hosts lively events like Jackson Indie Music Week and the Farish Street Heritage Festival. Walk the Mississippi Blues Trail, visit legendary Malaco Records, and enjoy live performances at Johnny T’s Bistro & Blues. Don’t miss Blue Monday at Hal & Mal’s, where surprise guest musicians make every Monday night unforgettable.
Next, on your journey to the southern part of our state, you’ll experience world-class casinos and some of the best seafood straight from the Gulf to your plate.
Coastal Mississippi
Play Coastal Mississippi: Where Gulf-Fresh Seafood and World-Class Casinos Await
With 62 miles of coastline and white sand beaches, Coastal Mississippi offers a rich blend of culinary delights and outstanding entertainment, perfect for any traveller. Known for its Gulf fresh seafood, the Coast is home to authentic restaurants that serve locally sourced dishes. Popular seafood spots across Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson counties provide visitors with a true taste of the Gulf with offerings like succulent oysters, plump shrimp, decadent blue crab, and freshly caught fish.
Along with its culinary attractions, Coastal Mississippi is home to 12 world-class casinos. Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, Gulfport, and D’Iberville boast casinos offering 24-hour gaming, shopping, and a variety of dining options. Try your luck at one of the Vegas-style table games or on a hot slot. The casinos’ vibrant nightlife features headline performances, concerts, and live music, ensuring there’s never a dull moment.
Find out more at VisitMississippi.org
