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5 Family-Friendly Expeditions in Mississippi

September 1, 2022

Mississippi offers an abundance of family fun and adventure opportunities. The state's family-friendly attractions include dreamy beaches, wildlife, parks, historical treasures, and gorgeous forests.

Discover the deep south with your family, and enjoy the vacation of a lifetime with the following fun destinations.


1. Mississippi Aquarium


Coastal Mississippi's aquatic family fun center, Mississippi Aquarium, is a premier institution. The aquarium resides in a beautiful part of Downtown Gulfport overlooking the Mississippi Sound and Jones Park.

Some wonders you should expect to see include:


  • The American alligator
  • Turtles
  • Bottlenose dolphins
  • An aviary with over forty different bird species


The Mississippi Aquarium offers its guests the chance to fully experience Mississippi's aquatic wonders while immersed in the outdoor experience of the state. The Mississippi Aquarium is sure to be a hit with the whole family.


2. The Biloxi Shrimping Trip


The pride and heritage of the City of Biloxi come alive aboard the Sailfish cruise. The locals refer to the Biloxi shrimping trip as a real shrimping expedition. The tour is family and pet-friendly, and visitors get to see the whole process of shrimping from start to end.


The tour boat Sailfish has been around since 1952, and tourists learn about the shrimping industry's process and heritage. Once you set out off the shore, the boat captures a variety of sea creatures, including crabs, oysters, squids, and shrimps.


3. Museums


Mississippi is home to an extensive network of museums that preserve Mississippi's past for future generations. Some of the must-see museums in Mississippi include:


  • Mississippi Museum of Art: The museum is the hub of culture in the Jackson district. A large collection of paintings and photographs are available from local and internationally acclaimed artists.
  • Mississippi Civil Rights Museum: The museum gives visitors a sneak peek into the Civil rights Movement between 1945 and 1976.
  • GRAMMY Museum Mississippi: The GRAMMY museum celebrates the rich history of music. Visitors can have interactive experiences as well as relive past GRAMMY awards.
  • B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center: The museum is at the heart of the Mississippi Delta and is a dedication to the American songwriter and King of Blues, B.B. King. The museum is a lively biography of the artist, from being a tractor driver to his transformation into a musical legend.


Mississippi has a museum for everyone, whether you're interested in modern art or civil war preservation.


4. INFINITY Science Center


The INFINITY Science Center is a state-of-the-art space educational center ideal for a family caught up in the excitement of discovery. The center serves as a non-profit museum and as the official visitor center for NASA Stennis Space Center.


INFINITY visitors experience hands-on experiential programming that explores earth and space through science programs. Kids will especially love the Carnivorous Plants Conservatory and Big Blue Blocks. 


The INFINITY is an all-STEM facility and has established itself as a popular destination for schools and organizations. The center boasts over 35,000 square feet with interactive experiences for all age groups. 


Therefore, whether you are visiting with your family or solo, there are plenty of attractions for everyone.


5. Jackson Zoo


Located within the historic 110-acre Livingston Park, the zoo is one of the oldest in the country. Jackson Zoo is a world-class animal sanctuary with over 200 animals from 70 different species. In the park, animals inhabit different habitats based on specific regions, including the African Savannah and rainforests.

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