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A Rundown of Where the Casinos Are Located in Mississippi

By Lynn Little, published Jun 05, 2006
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- >casinos are located throughout the Magnolia State. Mississippi's casino industry began in the early 1990's and has flourished in many regions in the state. Thousands enjoy the Southern cuisine, first rate entertainment, and the gambling atmosphee in Mississippi casinos. Here is a guide to the casinos in Mississippi.




If you are looking to stay near a big city like Memphis, TN then visiting one of the many casinos near Tunica is a perfect choice. Memphis offers great nightlife as well as family day entertainment. Casinos like Sam's Town, Fitzgerald's, Horseshoe, and many others are located in Tunica, just 30 minutes south of Memphis.




Music lovers may want to check out the Isle of Capri Casino in Lula, a Mississippi Delta town rich in the blues. Festivals and special events in Lula give visitors a variety of entertainment.




Another Mississippi Delta town, Greenville, is home to the Lighthouse Point, Bayou Caddy, and Jubilee casinos. Greenville is one of the top 5 largest cities in Mississippi and has a rich history to share with visitors. Located near the Mississippi River, Greenville has many points of interest from beautiful scenery for nature walking and bird watching to historical homes and churches that can be toured.




Further down the Mississippi River is Vicksburg. Vicksburg is home to casinos like Ameristar, Rainbow, and Resort. The history buff will throughly enjoy Vicksburg's rich history. There is plenty to see in Vicksburg from the mighty Mississippi River to the National Military Park.




Another town with historical significance is Natchez which is also home to the Isle of Capri Casino. The town of Natchez rolls out the welcome mat twice a year with their annual spring and fall pilgrimages. This is a time for Natchez to showcase the beautiful antebellum homes and give visitors a glimpse into life in the South over 100 years ago.




Takeaways
  • Mississippi casinos have flourished in recent years
  • Casinos are located not just on the Gulf Coast
  • There are plenty of tourist spots near Mississippi casinos
Did You Know?
Mississippi is one of 18 states that has commercial gaming
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