Location: Natchez
Top Things to do in Natchez
What to do and see in Natchez, Mississippi (MS): The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Natchez, the oldest settlement on the Mississippi River, has more antebellum houses than any other place in the United States. Many of these historic homes are open for tours. The friendly local people welcome visitors to their historic city with warm Southern charm. Tour the homes, the Grand Village of the Natchez and the Natchez Museum of African American History and Culture. Festivals and celebrations occur often throughout the year. For gamblers, the riverboat gaming experience is a fun and fascinating change from ordinary casinos. Active visitors will enjoy great golf, tennis, hiking, biking and fishing.
Restaurants in Natchez
1. Miss Lou Heritage Group & Tours
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
The mission of the Miss Lou Heritage Group and Tours is to enrich and educate tourists, visitors, and residents of the Miss Lou area on the rich history, culture, contributions of people of African descent from the Miss Lou and surrounding areas.
2. St. Mary Basilica
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5.0 based on 453 reviews
Recognized as an architectural masterpiece among Catholic churches in the south, it is the spiritual home of a vibrant St. Mary Catholic community today. The construction of this place of worship was begun in 1842 as the Cathedral of the newly established Diocese of Natchez. The St. Mary congregation takes pride in the basilica's colorful and prayerful setting, and welcomes visitors from near and distant places. The city of Natchez, on the Mississippi River and the birthplace of Mississippi, is a tourist destination because of its historic ante-bellum homes. St. Mary Basilica, also ante-bellum, is the city's central landmark.
Reviewed By stephaniemW5432WT
On a recent trip with our 11 year old grandson, we stopped in and where so amazed at the beauty of this old church. The grounds are beautiful also. Pictures do not do it justice.
3. Open Air Tours Natchez
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5.0 based on 123 reviews
Take an in depth, narrated tour through the historic district of downtown Natchez, aboard a comfortable, quiet Global Electric Motorcar. The vehicle can accommodate up to 5 passengers, minimum of 2 people per tour, and after departing the Natchez Visitor Center, begins the tour at the site of the French fort, Rosalie, that was built when the city was established in 1716. It's a great way to get a lay of the land when you first arrive, and helps you decide what else to see and do during your stay.
4. Bluff Park
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4.5 based on 233 reviews
A perfect place to rest and relax as you gaze across the waters of the mighty Mississippi.
Reviewed By 909victorw
Overlooking the Mississippi River in Natchez, MS. is Bluff Park. In the park, you are able to get a spectacular view of the Mississippi River and Louisiana on the far side. The walkway also has historical markers of which one is the marker for the beginning of the Natchez Trace Parkway. The park is clean and well maintained. Suggest a visit to get a great view of the river while in Natchez.
5. Natchez National Historical Park
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4.5 based on 89 reviews
This park contains three important sites for history buffs: Fort Rosalie, the William Johnson House and the Melrose estate.
Reviewed By jilld751 - Wolfeboro, United States
The best part of our visit was learning from David, the National Park Ranger and tour guide. He provided us with a thorough and interesting introduction to not just this site but to the history of the State in general. He showed us around all that was available/open (COVID times) and made it all so interesting. Can't thanks him enough.
6. Natchez Visitor Center
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4.5 based on 813 reviews
Reviewed By RoseDhu - Bluffton, United States
The Natchez Visitor’s Center is worth the stop ... great history about the area...alone very helpful staff. The 20minute film was interesting too.
7. William Johnson House
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4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By AncientTimes
This home belonged to a freed Black Man who became a very successful businessman. His history is eye opening and provides a glimpse of his life and interactions in Natchez before the Civil War
8. The Natchez Trace Parkway
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4.5 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By alfamojo007 - Rochester, United States
Please take the time to drive this wonderful, historical route....well worth it for the beautiful scenery and historical sites along the way.
9. The Bridge of Sighs
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4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By RoseDhu - Bluffton, United States
We wandered over the Bridge of Sighs at the end of a day spent exploring. This was a lovely stop and walk along the Mississippi River...clean, well-maintained, with lots of trash cans and benches along the way. We hung around for a beautiful sunset too.
10. Historic Jefferson College
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4.0 based on 42 reviews
Historic Jefferson College was the birthplace of Mississippi’s statehood in 1817. Established in 1802, the school was the first institution of higher learning chartered in the Mississippi Territory. Today, the site operates as a museum with several original buildings built between 1819 and 1839, including the East Wing, President’s House, and West Wing.
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