The 25 Best Things to Do in Mississippi

Belted by the robust Mississippi River, Mississippi is a place of many faces.

Travel through the state, and you’ll discover everything from regal mansions to rural simplicity, white sandy beaches to dense woodland, and simple mom-and-pop stores to mighty shopping emporiums.

With so many fantastic things to do, it can be tricky to know where to begin. To get you started, we’ve put together a list of the absolute best things to do in Mississippi.

Marvel At The Mississippi Petrified Forest

Inviting you on a journey 36 million years back in time, the natural phenomenon is home to a beguiling collection of ancient trees that have since turned to stone with time.

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Get Back To Nature At The Gulf Islands National Seashore

The Gulf Islands National Seashore is a captivating natural wonderland that stretches from Cat Island in Mississippi all the way to the eastern tip of Santa Rosa Island in Florida.

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Stand Before The Eerie Windsor Ruins

One of the most unique Mississippi attractions, these ruins are made up of a collection of balustrades and columns that once formed a grandiose complex.

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Tour The Mississippi State Capitol

As well as being the center for Mississippi government affairs, it’s also a place that you can visit to admire many pieces of incredible artwork, beautiful stained glass windows, and monuments dedicated to important people throughout history.

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HIKE IN TISHOMINGO STATE PARK

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This colossal park covers 1,530 acres in the northeast corner of the state and boasts spectacular landscapes that you won’t find anywhere else in Mississippi.

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