Mississippi Holidays

Mississippi is a state that embodies the essence of the American South, with its rich history, diverse culture and scenic landscapes.

From the birthplace of Elvis Presley to the historic battlefields of Vicksburg, and stretching white-sand beaches of Biloxi, there is so much to see and do!

To help you plan your Mississippi holiday, you’ll find a selection of fly drive itineraries, escorted tours and river cruises below – and our America Experts just a phone call away!

Mississippi Holidays 2025 & 2026

Mississippi is a state that embodies the essence of the American South, with its rich history, diverse culture and scenic landscapes.

From the birthplace of Elvis Presley to the historic battlefields of Vicksburg, and stretching white-sand beaches of Biloxi, there is so much to see and do!

Things to Do in Mississippi

• Visit the Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum in Tupelo, to see where the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll was raised
• Take a scenic drive along the Natchez Trace Parkway, which stretches 444 miles through Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama
• Stay out late at the Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale, the town from where Muddy Waters and John Lee Hooker rose to fame
• Sample traditional southern dishes in Jackson, such as fried catfish, gumbo, and biscuits and gravy
• Enjoy a day fishing, hiking and picnicking in Tishomingo or Roosevelt State Park
• Visit Vicksburg National Military Park, a memorial to those who died in the 47-day Siege of Vicksburg, a turning point in the Civil War
• Tour the historic houses in Natchez, including Rosalie Mansion & Gardens, and the octagonal and never quite finished Longwood
• Go paddleboarding from the beach in Biloxi or join a kayaking trip through the coastal marches of the Wolf River
• Spend a day at Gulf Islands Waterpark in Gulfport, featuring water slides, a lazy river and a wave pool
• Tour the Walter Anderson Museum of Art in Ocean Springs, showcasing the works of the acclaimed Mississippi Gulf Coast artist

Get in touch with our USA Experts to start planning your 2025 or 2026 holiday to Mississippi.