Jackson, Mississippi City Guide
For over 20 years, Pamela Lanier's Jackson, Mississippi Travel Guide has been your connection to Jackson's tourism community with invaluable details on local attractions, restaurants, shopping, museums, history, outdoor recreation and more.
Shopping and Nightlife in Jackson
The avid bed and breakfast shopper has nothing to worry about when visiting Jackson, MS. The bed and breakfast enthusiast will find all their favorite national chain stores as well as a multitude of unique boutiques and shops that may just become your new favorite places to shop. The historic district and downtown are great places to cruise from store to store to find just the right gift for that special someone back home- just don’t forget to find one for yourself!
With all that walking, you’re sure to become hungry. The restaurants in Jackson have just what you crave. While Jackson does have all the national chains, they are better known for their locally owned restaurants and just one meal at one of these gems will leave you asking for more. From comfort food like crispy fried catfish or barbeque to international cuisine including Mediterranean and Chinese, the restaurants of Jackson are sure to please. Your bed and breakfast hosts would be delighted to give you suggestions depending on the atmosphere or style of cooking you are hungry for.
After dinner, catch your breath and your second wind to experience the clubs, bars, and pubs. Tap your feet to the crescendo of a Jazz band, or let the sultry Blues music relax away the business of the day. The clubs in Jackson vary to include those that not only provide a fun and upbeat atmosphere, but also those that sooth your soul.