Downtown Jackson Travel Guide
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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 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.

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.

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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Downtown Jackson

The Westin Jackson
Excellent
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown
We truly enjoyed our stay!!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Jackson/Ridgeland
Charles at the front desk was extremely kind and friendly when we checked in very late in the evening. Even saw him at breakfast the next morning and got a pleasant greeting. I could tell the hotel was a bit older and not as updated as many I usually stay at, but the most important thing, the bed, ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Woodspring Suites Jackson Pearl I-20
Everything is nice
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Prado Hotel
Room was clean and staff had very good hospitality
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Imperial Suites - Adults Only
Nice place to chill
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
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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, Jackson Zoological Park and Eudora Welty House & Garden are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

