Downtown Jackson Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Jackson
Popular places to visit
Jackson Convention Complex
View fascinating exhibitions, thrilling performances and interesting collectors’ tradeshows at Jackson’s leading convention complex.
Mississippi State Capitol
Admire the stunning beaux-arts architecture of this capitol building, take a tour through its stately interior or view a legislative session from a senate gallery.
Mississippi Governor's Mansion
The second-oldest continuously occupied governor’s residence in the United States is a stunning architectural masterpiece that can be explored on a fascinating tour.
Mississippi Museum of Art
Check out a fantastic collection of American art and diverse touring exhibitions of local and international artists at this light-filled downtown museum.
Russell C Davis Planetarium
Experience the mysterious world beneath the sea, a land roamed by dinosaurs and the fantastic galaxies above with a screening on the dome cinema at this planetarium.
Mississippi Children's Museum
Kids can discover a world of fascinating facts and exciting make-believe within the five galleries of this sensational museum dedicated to helping kids learn.
Our pick of the best Downtown Jackson Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown
"The room they gave us didn’t have a working lock. We requested another room the lock didn’t work either and it smelled like weed. The pool was not working. The walls were in disrepair. We did not end up staying there."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Westin Jackson
Old Capitol Inn
"The staff was so helpful and accommodating, and my room was very clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hilton Jackson
"Everything was great at this property except there was only one working elevator out of four. I was there for a conference of about 150 people so it made it a little more difficult to get back and forth to my room. Other than that it was an excellent stay the staff was very friendly and very helpful ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Imperial Suites - Adults Only
"Upon checking in I got my key card for the room. I went to my room with my bags and there was a half dressed woman already in my room. I went back to the desk and was moved to another room. Once inside my room I looked around and and noticed yellow stains on the sheets and dirty shower floor. After ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Prado Hotel
"Loved the meals! It was nice having breakfast and dinner every day!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Jackson
Farish Street Historical District
While visiting Farish Street Historical District, you might make a stop by sights like Smith Robertson Museum & Cultural Center and Alamo Theater.
Greater Belhaven
If you're spending some time in Greater Belhaven, Eudora Welty House & Garden and Agriculture & Forestry Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Fondren
While Fondren isn't home to many top sights, Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium and Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
LeFleur East
If you're spending some time in LeFleur East, LeFleur's Bluff State Park and Mississippi Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
