Highest-rated things to do in Mississippi, according to Tripadvisor
Highest-rated things to do in Mississippi, according to Tripadvisor
When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.
If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape—it's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.
Indeed, even if you've lived in Mississippi your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Mississippi reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Mississippi using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.
Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Mississippi, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.
#30. Gulf Islands National Seashore
- Rating: 4.5/5 (343 reviews)
- Address: 3500 Park Road Ocean Springs, Mississippi
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#29. University of Mississippi
- Rating: 4.5/5 (357 reviews)
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#28. Natchez Visitor Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (849 reviews)
- Address: 640 South Canal St. Natchez, Mississippi
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#27. Old Court House Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (609 reviews)
- Address: 1008 Cherry St. Vicksburg, Mississippi
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#26. McRaven House
- Rating: 4.5/5 (203 reviews)
- Address: 1445 Harrison St. Vicksburg, Mississippi
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#25. Biloxi Lighthouse
- Rating: 4/5 (519 reviews)
- Address: 1050 Beach Blvd. Biloxi, Mississippi
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#24. Mississippi State Capitol
- Rating: 4.5/5 (273 reviews)
- Address: 400 High St. Jackson, Mississippi
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#23. Walter Anderson Museum of Art
- Rating: 4.5/5 (273 reviews)
- Address: 510 Washington Ave. Ocean Springs, Mississippi
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#22. Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (343 reviews)
- Address: 501 West Linden St. Corinth, Mississippi
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#21. Melrose
- Rating: 4.5/5 (540 reviews)
- Address: Melrose-Montebello Parkway Natchez, Mississippi
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#20. Biloxi Beach
- Rating: 4/5 (1,158 reviews)
- Address: 1027-1031 Beach Blvd. Biloxi, Mississippi
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#19. Historic Natchez Cemetery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (543 reviews)
- Address: Cemetery Road Natchez, Mississippi
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#18. Mississippi Civil Rights Museum
- Rating: 5/5 (240 reviews)
- Address: 222 North St. Jackson, Mississippi
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#17. B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center
- Rating: 5/5 (330 reviews)
- Address: 400 Second St. Indianola, Mississippi
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#16. Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (293 reviews)
- Address: 246 Dolan Ave. Gulfport, Mississippi
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#15. St. Mary Basilica
- Rating: 5/5 (486 reviews)
- Address: 105 South Union St. Natchez, Mississippi
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#14. The Delta Blues Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (608 reviews)
- Address: 1 Blues Alley Lane Clarksdale, Mississippi
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#13. Rosalie Mansion
- Rating: 4.5/5 (788 reviews)
- Address: 100 Orleans St. Corner of Canal and Orleans St. Natchez, Mississippi
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#12. Hard Rock Casino Biloxi
- Rating: 4/5 (1,872 reviews)
- Address: 777 Beach Blvd. Biloxi, Mississippi
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#11. Stanton Hall
- Rating: 4.5/5 (902 reviews)
- Address: 401 High St. Natchez, Mississippi
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#10. The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies
- Rating: 4.5/5 (847 reviews)
- Address: 10801 Dolphin Lane Gulfport, Mississippi
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#9. Biloxi Visitors Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,380 reviews)
- Address: 1050 Beach Blvd. Biloxi, Mississippi
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#8. Beauvoir
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,253 reviews)
- Address: 2244 Beach Blvd. Biloxi, Mississippi
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#7. Beau Rivage Casino
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,489 reviews)
- Address: 875 Beach Blvd. Biloxi, Mississippi
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#6. U.S.S. Cairo Museum
- Rating: 5/5 (1,537 reviews)
- Address: Vicksburg National Military Park 3201 Clay St. Vicksburg, Mississippi
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#5. Horseshoe Casino
- Rating: 4/5 (12,138 reviews)
- Address: 1021 Casino Center Drive Tunica, Mississippi
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#4. Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,679 reviews)
- Address: 306 Elvis Presley Drive Tupelo, Mississippi
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#3. Natchez Trace Parkway
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,781 reviews)
- Address: Natchez Trace Parkway Tupelo, Mississippi
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#2. Longwood
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,640 reviews)
- Address: 140 Lower Woodville Road Natchez, Mississippi
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#1. Vicksburg National Military Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,180 reviews)
- Address: 3201 Clay St. Vicksburg, Mississippi
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
