Ideas for Family Vacations in Mississippi with your Kids
Ideas for Family Vacations in Mississippi with your Kids |
It may take your kids a little while to learn to spell the name of the state but that doesn’t mean it should take you a little while to take them there. In fact, it shouldn’t take you any longer than a One-Mississippi, Two-Mississippi count to decide that this makes a terrific state for a destination for your family summer vacation. From the Fun Factory in Biloxi to McLeod Water Park in Kiln, Mississippi is brimming with opportunities for keeping the kids happily busy no matter how much time you spend in the state.
Biloxi
This city may not be the capital of the state but it’s got more opportunities than anywhere else in Mississippi for really giving your kids a terrific summer vacation (and one that you can enjoy as well). The first thing that the kids will want to know about is what fun spots can be found here. Start at the Fun Factory where there are over 35,000 square feet of video games and activities to keep the kids occupied. Then head to Gulf Coast Motor Sports Park for some racing action and Gulf Island WaterPark for family water fun. After that, head to more outdoor and educational activities in Biloxi. For example, the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center and the Scott Aquarium are good indoor spots to get some fun learning in. Outdoors, explore the opportunities at the Gulf Shores or along the Wolf River. The Hurricane Katrina Memorial and Tree Sculptures are also located here.
Jackson
Of course, Biloxi is great but you can’t beat a capital city for things to do with your family. The Jackson Zoo, the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, and the Rapids on the Reservoir water park are just a few of the major attractions in the capital city of Mississippi. There are also plenty of more off-the-beaten path spots for families in this city where you can explore the rich history and culture of the area. For example, drive the self-guided Civil Rights Driving Tour to give your kids an education in this important part of our country’s history.
Summer at the Lake
The fact that Mississippi is a bit hot in the summer is undeniable. But that’s what summer is all about. And more than that, escaping the heat with activities on the water is what summer means for most family vacations. The Gulf Shore of Mississippi is terrific but it’s not the only place in the state for water activities. There are a number of lakes located in the state where you can enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and other water activities as well as camping, hiking and picnicking with your family. Top choices include Arkabutla Lake, Grenada Lake, Okatibbee Lake and Sardis Lake.
Hodge Podge
For a really unique family vacation, you could put together an itinerary featuring visits to any number of interesting spots located all throughout Mississippi. Some of the activities on that list might be swimming with the dolphins at Marine Life Oceanarium, a summer craft festival at Natchez Trace Parkway, a day at McLeod Water Park and a walk along the nature trails of the Mississippi Petrified Forest.
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