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before you go on the map 31.5604° n, 91.4032° w baton rouge, la to
natchez
, ms 91.7 miles driving time 1 hour and 40 minutes why
natchez
? whether you?re a nature lover, a foodie, a history buff, or simply looking to spend time with the family in a slow-paced, easy-going setting,
natchez
is the place you will want to be.
natchez
is dubbed one of the south?s most charming cities and is rich with history. numerous historic homes, buildings, churches, and heritage sites await for your discovery. where to eat fat mama?s tamales 303 s. canal street
natchez
, ms 39120 ? fatmamastamales.
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while they are known for their delicious tamales, fat mama?s tamales doesn?t stop there! during your visit, make sure to order the fire and ice pickles. everyone in the family will cer- tainly find something to indulge in whether it be through the homemade chili, the delicious nachos, the sweet pralines, or the decadent chocolate chip and pretzel cookies. what to do let the fun begin at the
natchez
visitor center . if you?re inter- ested in learning how
natchez
came to be, watch the short film, the
natchez
story , before exploring the center. check out the interactive, paneled exhibit depicting the development of the area, step behind the life-size paddle wheel, feel real cotton, and play an interactive game that allows you to take a journey down the mississippi river. ? visit
natchez
.org stroll through the hallowed ground of the home of the city?s origi- nal inhabitants at the grand village of the
natchez
indians . there are ceremonial mounds at the site, a replica of an indian dwelling, and a museum
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plete with artifacts that have been recovered on and around the site over the years. ? nps.gov climb aboard a six passenger gem car to explore the area with open air tours . the tours cut out the traffic and the having to stop and go from place to place. with the tour, you can hop on and see all of the local history quickly and easily. the choctaw building, myrtle bank, and the john smith house are just a few of the sights you will see while on the tour. and children ages six and under can enjoy the tours for free! ? openairtoursntz.
com
used by american indians, ?kaintucks,? settlers, and future presidents,
natchez
trace parkway played an important role in american history. enjoy a scenic drive or go hiking, biking, horseback riding, or camping while at the site. also, children ages six and up can be
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e a junior ranger at the parkway by
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pleting the activities in the junior ranger activity book. ? nps.gov/natr give your feet a break and enjoy the beautiful downtown area in a horse-drawn carriage . travel in style with a professional tour guide on a 45-minute tour that features antebellum homes and local landmarks. ? visit
natchez
.org travel to nearby ferriday, louisiana to tour frogmore cotton plantation and gins , an 1800-acre working plantation
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plete with restored slave cabins and a 19th century cotton gin replica. visitors will also have an opportunity to pick their own cotton and have it weighed. ? frogmoreplantation.
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magnolia grill 49 silver street
natchez
, ms 39120 ? magnoliagrill.
com
at magnolia grill, you will find southern hospitality in its tru- est form. located right on the mighty mississippi, magnolia grill is all about keeping things casual so everyone in the family can have a delicious meal in a
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fortable setting. the cuisine consists of family favorites including burgers, soups, salads, and sandwich- es, and desserts. the
donut
shop 501 john r junkin drive
natchez
, ms 39120 ? the
donut
shop
natchez
.
com
try the fruity pebble
donut
, the peach cobbler
donut
, or keep things simple with the traditional glazed
donut
when visiting what many refer to as ?the best kept secret in
natchez
.? in the mood for a burger instead? the
donut
shop will serve you one be- tween two
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s. pig out inn barbeque 116 s. canal street
natchez
, ms 39120 ? pigoutinnbbq.
com
take a fun picture with the pig in front of pig out inn barbeque before feasting on pulled pork, brisket, sausage, baked beans, cole slaw, and potato salad?basically all of the usual barbeque favorites.
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