Get ready to see Jackson like you never have before. This custom itinerary was built just for you—The Moores—with history to explore, art to inspire, and flavors you won’t find in your own kitchen. From morning coffee runs to sweet afternoon stops, every moment is a chance to reconnect with your capital city. So lean in, look around, and enjoy the soulful adventure waiting just outside your door.

Day 1

Deep History & Global Flavors


Morning

Coffee & Breakfast Stop
Urban Foxes (Belhaven)
Savor handcrafted coffee and enjoy a slice of seasonal pie in this intimate, local café and bakery.

Mississippi Civil Rights Museum
A powerful and immersive experience into Mississippi’s pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement.

Lunch
Aladdin Mediterranean Grill (Fondren)
A Jackson staple for authentic Mediterranean dishes—from lamb kabobs to falafel and fresh tabbouleh.

Afternoon
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument (West JXN)
Step into a piece of living history at the former home of civil rights icon Medgar Evers.

Sweet Stop
Campbell’s Bakery (Fondren)
Treat yourself to signature iced cookies, petit fours, and other Southern favorites.

Dinner
Sambou’s African Kitchen (Maywood Mart)
Experience bold, award-nominated West African flavors in this warm, chef-driven restaurant.

Day 2

Artistic Vibes & Literary Legends


Morning

Coffee & Breakfast Stop
Cultivate Coffee (Belhaven Town Center)
A beautifully designed café with top-notch espresso and a welcoming community feel.

Mississippi Museum of Art (Downtown)
Explore contemporary and historic works in Mississippi’s premier visual arts institution.

Lunch
Elvie’s (Belhaven Town Center)
Dine on seasonal European-influenced dishes with Southern soul in a refined, neighborhood atmosphere.

Afternoon
Eudora Welty House and Garden (Belhaven)
Visit the preserved home and writing sanctuary of the Pulitzer Prize-winning author.

Lemuria Books (Fondren)
Step into Lemuria Books, where shelves are stacked with stories waiting to be discovered. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to stay awhile, get lost in a good book, and maybe take home a few new favorites.

Dinner
Mayflower Café (Downtown)

A downtown Jackson institution, now under the leadership of James Beard Award-nominated Hunter Evans, known for fresh Gulf seafood and a nostalgic diner setting.

Day 3

Culture, Creativity & Closing Vibes


Morning

Coffee & Breakfast Stop
The Bean (Fondren)
Wrap up with a final local coffee favorite, known for its great drinks and laid-back vibe.

Smith Robertson Museum & Cultural Center (Downtown)
Delve into African American history, art, and literature in this meaningful, historic space.

Lunch
The Pig & Pint (Fondren)
Try smoky Southern barbecue with creative flair—think brisket, pork belly melts, and loaded fries.

Afternoon
Self-guided JXN Art Map Tour
Discover public murals, ghost signs, and street art throughout Fondren, Downtown, and Belhaven.

Dinner & Music
Hal & Mal’s (Downtown)
Enjoy live local music and hearty Southern eats at one of Jackson’s most iconic cultural venues.

MORE TO EXPLORE

Where to Drink and Dine

From delectable soul food classics - some of them James Beard Award-winning - to innovative Southern fusion, don't sleep on the City With Soul's culinary scene.

Learn More

Civil Rights & History

From the proud legacy of Medgar Evers to the powerful present-day Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, the history of the movement is here.

Learn More

Lit In JXN: A Booklover's Itinerary

The capital city is a book lover's dream with a literary legacy that celebrates a good book or a sip of a writer-inspired cocktail.

Learn More

Shopping and Art Galleries

Experience our unique locally-owned boutiques and galleries alongside national retailers in the City With Soul!

Learn More