This Small Town In Mississippi Is Peak Southern Vibes

Where better to get a true taste of the South than Cleveland, the Heart of the Delta?! The small town’s Delta roots are alive and well. It is peak Southern vibes, and you’ve got to visit!

Cleveland may be most known as the Heart of the Delta, but that’s not the only distinction it’s earned over the years.

It’s continuously revered as "one of the best small towns in the South." It’s also touted as "one of Mississippi’s best college towns" and "one of the best retirement towns in the state."

Like most other Delta towns, Cleveland is home to sprawling cotton fields. Cleveland hasn’t just cultivated cotton over the years, though.

Cleveland had an integral part in the birth of the blues – something visitors can learn about via the Blues Trail markers scattered about the sleepy town.

Various museums bring Cleveland’s past to the present.

In addition to the Dave "Boo" Ferriss Museum and a railroad museum, Cleveland is home to one of only a handful of GRAMMY museums. A must-visit, the museum houses world-class exhibits, with special emphasis on Mississippians’ contributions to the music industry. (Side note, did you know that Mississippi has the most Grammy-nominated artists than any other state?!)

Part of Cleveland’s allure today is its laidback, gracious “Delta lifestyle” – which comes complete with shopping, dining, and accommodations.

The well-kept downtown is lined with colorful buildings, which house mom-and-pop boutiques, galleries, antique shops, cafes, and more.

The South is synonymous with great food, and there’s no better place to get a true taste of Southern soul food than Cleveland’s very own Airport Grocery.

In business for decades, it serves up all the classics – from BBQ and catfish to hamburger steak.

If one day isn’t enough time for you to soak up all that Cleveland has to offer, book a stay at Cotton House.

Not only is the hotel conveniently located near the town’s best sites, but it perfectly combines the character and charm of old Mississippi with the comfort and luxury of tomorrow.

Brimming with regional flavors, there’s no doubt about it - Cleveland is the perfect place to savor the South! Want to learn more about this small town with peak Southern vibes? Check out the Visit Cleveland website.

This is just one of the charming small towns in the state that belong on your radar. There are so many others worthy of a visit, including this town located along the state’s longest rail-trail.