Destination overview

The birthplace of Elvis and the Blues, and home to spectacular scenery.

Magnificent scenery and true adventure awaits you in Mississippi. Pristine wilderness, haunted battlefields, quiet pastures, quaint towns and thriving cities will keep you captivated. Thanks to Mississippi's proximity to the Mississippi River and the Port of New Orleans, the state was extraordinarily well-travelled in its formative years, which contributed immensely to Mississippi’s unique culture. Many visitors have left cultural footprints still being followed to this day which lead to delicious cuisine, wonderful contributions to the arts, literary treasures, the birth of America's music and much, much more.