What is Jackson Like for Family-Friendly Vacations?

If you've been searching for the ideal family-friendly vacation spot, you might want to think about Jackson. Here you'll find a wide variety of family activities sure to delight both children and adults alike. From the shopping to the live music, Jackson has many things to see and do that everybody will appreciate. Spend a day checking out attractions like Mississippi Coliseum, Mississippi Museum of Art and Mississippi State Fairgrounds. When you're ready for some down time after a day of touring the area with the kids, Jackson has a variety of places to stay, such as family hotels with pools and hotels with suites for families. You can choose from 24 Jackson accommodations to locate one you and the family will appreciate.

What Are Some Places to Stay with Kids in Jackson?

Our travelers have rated these as their favorite kid-friendly hotels:

Baymont by Wyndham Jackson/Ridgeland

2.5-star hotel
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Free continental breakfast • Outdoor pool • Central location



Fabulous Fondren House Near Restaurants, Shopping And Medical District!

Fondren vacation home with patio
• • In-room kitchens • Outdoor tennis • BBQ grills • Walkable location



Jackson Downtown Convention Center Hotel

3.5-star hotel with bar, near Mississippi Governor's Mansion
• • Free cribs • Outdoor pool • 2 restaurants • Laundry room • Central location



La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jackson North

In the heart of Jackson
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Free breakfast • Free in-room WiFi • Close to shopping



Extended Stay America - Jackson - East Beasley Road

In the heart of Jackson
• • Free parking • In-room kitchens • Free in-room WiFi • Laundry room • Central location

What Should I See and Do with Kids in Jackson?

You’ll discover that Jackson and the surrounding area offers many entertaining things to see and do while you're in town with the kids. Here are some recommendations to make your getaway both memorable and educational:

Parks
• • Battlefield Park
• • Riverside Park
• • LeFleur's Bluff State Park

Museums & Art Galleries
• • Mississippi Museum of Art
• • Mississippi Civil Rights Museum
• • Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

Sights & Landmarks
• • Mississippi Coliseum
• • Mississippi State Fairgrounds
• • Mississippi Children's Museum

Food & Drink
• • GSA Cafeteria
• • Walker's Drive In
• • Jason's Deli