Travelers take delight in the sheer variety of culture, cuisine, scenery, and experiences that make Mississippi a popular place to visit. If you’re a fan of the blues, rock ‘n’ roll, or country, you’ll love your stay in the birthplace of America’s music. There’s a wealth of history to take in, from antebellum architecture to key battle sites of the Civil War. Plus, you’ll be met with so many dining options that the hardest part of your trip will be deciding where to take the first bite.
Here are some of the new attractions, events, and places to stay you shouldn’t miss on your next visit to Mississippi River Country.
There’s plenty to see at these can’t-miss museums, from stunning works of art to the world’s biggest T. rex.
Discover America’s greatest drive along the Great River Road, which follows the Mississippi River through 10 states from Minnesota to Louisiana.
Architectural wonders fill this region, including dozens of works by Frank Lloyd Wright, antebellum homes in the south and the iconic Gateway Arch.
The states along the southern Mississippi River contain a unique blend of history, elegance and fine dining unmatched by the rest of the country.
Explore Elvis’s Memphis home, travel to the Mississippi Delta and savor the musical mixing pot of the French Quarter in New Orleans.
What to put on your list for your next visit.
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