2 days | Jackson, Mississippi

With an array of amazing cuisine and attractions, Jackson is an excellent destination for families, couples and individuals to explore. The charming city is teeming with rich history and comfort food. Any time of year, there is fun and flavor around every corner. Follow this 48-hour itinerary to see our top recommendations.

Day 1:

07:00: Breakfast in Jackson
Begin your vacation with a delicious breakfast at the Best Western Jackson Downtown-Coliseum in the heart of Jackson’s downtown area.

08:00: See science a whole new way
Get up close and personal with over 200 living species in the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science‘s aquarium. Spend the morning exploring fossils, learning about Mississippi’s endangered species, partying with velociraptors and looking at their two-headed snake.

12:00: Enjoy lunch at Bully’s Restaurant
Immerse yourself in Southern seasoning with a tasty lunch at Bully’s Restaurant. The restaurant’s timeless flavor and tender BBQ ribs is a must for foodies.

14:00: Reach for the stars
Prepare for a galactic journey at the Russell C. Davis Planetarium. The Planetarium’s 60-foot dome projects stars and planets, showing what the heavens looked like at any point in time, from any point on earth.  Who said vacations can’t be educational?

19:00: Dine at Saltine
A visit to the south isn’t complete without feasting on seafood. Reserve a table at Saltine, one of the best oyster houses in the area, for a dinner of fresh seafood and southern cuisine.

21:00: Relax at the hotel
Finish the evening relaxing by the poolside. You can squeeze in a quick workout and use the complimentary Wi-Fi to regale your friends back home with tales of your adventures today!

Day 2:

31:00: Breakfast at the hotel
Start the day with a great breakfast at the hotel. There’s no better way to fuel up for today’s adventures than with a complimentary meal.

 32:00: Find the artsy side of Jackson
Spend the morning walking around the Fondren District, the arts district of Jackson. These neighborhoods are filled with art galleries, local boutiques, entertainment spaces and more—perfect for any taste and hobby.

 36:00: Eat Lunch at the Pig & Pint
You’ll work up an appetite walking in the Fondren District. Sit down and enjoy an unforgettable BBQ lunch at Pig & Pint. Finish your meal with their famous “Parker House” bread pudding.

38:00: Go back in time
Go back in times 36 million years to the Mississippi Petrified Forest. Walk along six blocks of nature trails outlined with petrified logs that have turned to stone over millions of years. Be sure to take a picture next to “Caveman’s Bench”, a popular photo op next to the trailhead.

 43:00: Dinner
Finish your trip with dinner at The Iron Horse Grill. After dining on signature Southern dishes, walk around the second floor of the restaurant to see their blues music museum.

 45:00: Relax at the hotel
Log onto your hotel’s free Wi-Fi to share your pictures of Jackson on Instagram and Facebook with #BWsmiles. Mississippi is a remarkable destination filled with rich history and traditional Southern food. It might be harder to leave than you would expect!

With a Best Western located in the heart of Jackson and in the surrounding cities, you’re never far from contemporary styling and convenient features to take full advantage of your travels. Plan your next trip and book direct at bestwestern.com.