Best of Jackson, MS
The Capital of Mississippi
About Jackson
Jackson serves as the capital and most populous city of Mississippi, situated on the Pearl River within the greater Jackson Prairie region. It shares Hinds County seat status with Raymond and experienced a significant population decline between 2010 and 2020. The city anchors the state's largest metropolitan area, which is also the tenth-largest urban area in the Deep South.
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Amerigo
Amerigo is an Italian restaurant located at 622 Duling Avenue.
View details →Best Restaurants in Jackson
33 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Keifer's Restaurant
Keifer's Restaurant serves Greek and Mediterranean cuisine in the Bates Park neighborhood.
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Martin's Downtown
Martin's Downtown is a restaurant located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Mikado Japanese Express
Mikado Japanese Express serves Japanese cuisine in the Pine Park neighborhood.
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Walker's Drive-In
Walker's Drive-In is a restaurant located in the Bates Park neighborhood.
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Aladdin Mediterranean Grill
Aladdin Mediterranean Grill serves Mediterranean cuisine in the Bates Park neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Jackson
4 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Urban Foxes
Urban Foxes is a coffee shop located in the Bates Park neighborhood.
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Northshore specialty coffee
Northshore specialty coffee is a café located in the Bates Park neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Jackson
3 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Fenian's Pub
Fenian's Pub is a bar located in the Bates Park neighborhood. It serves Irish and Southern cuisine.
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One Block East
One Block East is a bar in the Melvin Heights neighborhood that serves American food and burgers.
Best Things to Do in Jackson
16 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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International Museum of Muslim Cultures
The International Museum of Muslim Cultures is an attraction located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum
The Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum is located in the Bates Park neighborhood.
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Mississippi Children's Museum
Located in the Bates Park neighborhood, the Mississippi Children's Museum is a local attraction.
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Mississippi Museum of Art
Located in Melvin Heights, the Mississippi Museum of Art serves as the state's largest museum.
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Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
Located in Bates Park, the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science serves as a key attraction in Jackson.
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Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum
The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum is located in the Bates Park neighborhood. It serves as a dedicated attraction for sports history and memorabilia.
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Old Capitol Museum
The Old Capitol Museum is an attraction located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Russell C Davis Planetarium
Located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood, the Russell C Davis Planetarium is a local attraction.
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Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center
The Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center is located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Arts Center of Mississippi
The Arts Center of Mississippi is an attraction located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Jackson Zoological Park
Located in Melvin Heights, Jackson Zoological Park offers a chance to observe wildlife from around the world and the region. The facility is situated within the historic Livingston Park grounds.
Best Shops in Jackson
25 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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American Eagle Outfitters
American Eagle Outfitters operates as a shop in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Levi's Outlet Store
Located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood, this shop operates as a Levi's Outlet Store.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Jackson
20 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Aaron Henry Park
Aaron Henry Park is a local green space located in the Bates Park neighborhood.
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Alta Woods Park
Alta Woods Park is a green space located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Battlefield Park
Battlefield Park serves as a green space within the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Claibourne Park
Claibourne Park is a green space located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Grenada Street Folk Garden
Grenada Street Folk Garden is a park located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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Jaycee Park
Located in the Bates Park neighborhood, Jaycee Park offers a green space for local visitors.
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Jayne Avenue Park
Jayne Avenue Park is a green space located in the Melvin Heights neighborhood.
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