Jackson Hotels and Traveler's Guide

Jackson, Mississippi's largest city and capital, is filled with Southern charm and historic interest. Starting as a small trading post, Jackson grew into a city of importance during the Civil War, and it continues to expand today. Visitors looking for bluegrass music, antiques shopping, and noteworthy dining will not be disappointed.

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Many of the sites to see in the area have historical significance. Visit the state capitol building and governor's mansion, which are among the few city buildings to survive the Civil War. Tour the former home of Pulitzer Prize winning writer Eudora Welty or the former home of Charles Henry Manship, Civil War mayor of Jackson. Wander along the historic buildings at Sutter Creek or head out of town to visit nearby Vicksburg.

In addition to these historic sites, Jackson has no shortage of popular attractions to entertain and interest visitors. Families coming to the city are sure to enjoy the Jackson Zoo, The Russell C. Davis Planetarium, and the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Events also take center stage in Jackson, with everything from the Chimneyville Crafts Festival to the Dixie National Livestock Show, Rodeo, and Western Festival.

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