Plan Your Visit
Jackson, Mississippi – The City With Soul
Jackson isn’t just a place to visit, it’s a place to feel. Where the stories of the civil rights movement echo through museums and historic homes. Where chefs, musicians, and artists don’t just perform, they connect. And where every neighborhood, mural and plate of food tells you something true about this city.
Whether you’re here for the history, the flavor, the music, or the people, you’ll leave with more than a memory. You’ll leave with a story.
For more information about where to eat, shop, and explore, go to VisitJackson.com or click the photos below.
The Capital Area
The heart of Mississippi is a soulful region full of rich history, stunning natural landscapes, virtually endless activities, and some of the best food in the nation. Come explore everything this little corner of the country has to offer.
The National Folk Festival is sponsored, in part, by Capital Area Tourism, Explore Ridgeland, the City of Vicksburg, Visit Vicksburg, and the City of Flowood. Be sure to check out all that the region has to offer as you plan your visit to the National Folk Festival. Explore the photos below to learn more and plan your visit.
Explore All Mississippi Has to Offer
Mississippi offers something special for every traveler. From the lush, forested Appalachian foothills perfect for hiking and camping to the expansive Delta horizons and scenic coastal roadways, every mile brings a new discovery. You’ll find unforgettable experiences at every turn, whether you’re drawn to the state’s rich musical heritage, fascinating civil rights and military history, vibrant restaurant scene, casino entertainment, or outdoor adventures like cycling, paddling, hunting, and fishing.
For more information, check out some of the places below to visit, stay, or dine, or go to VisitMississippi.org.