Thanks to a vibrant arts and culture scene and an active community of young people, Mississippi's capital city is up and coming. On weekday evenings, you can find a local band playing on the porch of a coffee shop in historic Fondren; on the weekends, there's likely to be a family-friendly outdoor festival downtown. Although you may have never had the opportunity to visit Jackson before, you'll enjoy exploring all that the city has to offer. Here are a few of the best places to propose.
In the Beautiful Outdoors
Mississippi is known for its natural beauty, with its majestic oaks and expansive spaces for camping, hiking, and kayaking. The Natchez Trace is a scenic road that runs from Natchez, MS, to Nashville, TN, with plenty of sights along the way. Take a drive or a bike ride with your sweetheart and stop at the historic attractions. The Ross Barnett Reservoir is a lovely spot for a hike or a picnic. Stop at the overlook (milepost 105.6) at sunset, take a knee, and surprise her with a diamond cluster enagement ring!
Mynelle Gardens is another picturesque destination, popular for weddings and engagement photo shoots. You and your lady can listen to the songbirds as you walk hand through several different botanical gardens, which feature curving footpaths, reflective pools, and quaint bridges.
In an Upscale Restaurant
Parlor Market is, hands down, one of the best restaurants in the South. The menu, which changes regularly, features locally grown produce, sustainably raised meats, and plenty of seafood and wild game. Treat yourself to dishes like fried oyster salad with comeback sauce and homemade ricotta. Then order a rich dessert like the Walk Down Memory Lane, an assortment of fancied-up childhood treats. Make sure to browse the list of creative cocktails, which feature uncommon ingredients such as hibiscus syrup, honeysuckle vodka, and cilantro. The atmosphere and service are impeccable, and you will walk away with a full belly and a smile on your face.
BRAVO! is the kind of talian bistro that is both classy and inviting. The soft lighting and the open kitchen create a lovely ambience, and the menu is so appealing that you'll want to try a bit of everything. Wood-fired pizza, pasta, and seafood are the restaurant's specialties, as well as its tiramisu and award-winning wine list. The friendly staff will be sure to accommodate you if you ask them to bring a little something extra to the table for your lady: a sparkling diamond cluster ring!
At a Charming Inn
The Old Capitol Inn is a designer boutique hotel with old-world charm. Splurge on a jacuzzi suite with a view of the city, and eat a complimentary Southern-style breakfast in the morning. Explore downtown Jackson during the day, but come back for the complimentary wine and cheese served every evening. You and your sweetie will enjoy some much-deserved pampering together!
One of the best places to propose in Jackson, MS, is the historic Fairview Inn, the only hotel in Jackson rated four diamonds by AAA. You'll feel as if you've stepped back in time as you enter the 1908 Colonial Revival mansion. Schedule a couples massage in the spa and relax together. Eat a leisurely meal at the elegant Sophia's restaurant, have a cocktail in The Library (the old library has been renovated into a bar), and retire to a room with its own name and unique decor.