Tunica, Mississippi, located in the northwest corner of the state near the Mississippi River, is a perfect vacation spot for both family and friends. With a small-town feel that offers family dining and shopping, the resort area also offers casinos, shows and sporting events.
Tunica has nine casinos, making for an action-packed trip. From Harrah's and Bally's to Resorts and Gold Strike, casinos are located all throughout the Tunica resort area, allowing you to change scenery with a short walk to a new location. The Fitz Casino and Hotel is located right along the Mississippi River, allowing for a fun stay with a picturesque view of what the beautiful state has to offer.
Tunica also offers three large luxury golf courses, with year-round play. Tunica National Golf and Tennis is a tournament-level course with 18 holes, while the River Bend Links Golf Course is a par-72 Scottish links course. The Links at Cottonwoods Golf Course is a gorgeous scenic course, with three large lakes held within.
Three luxury spas are also located in Tunica, at Harrah's, Horseshoe and Gold Strike casinos. These spas offer massage, skin treatments hair and nail treatments, and large exercise rooms. These spas also come equipped with steam rooms, saunas and tanning facilities.
Tunica has 50 unique restaurants, making it easy to select a meal or snack that will suit your mood. Family dining, buffet-style dining and romantic dinner options are available, making the perfect night out for any occasion.
Fishing, hiking and hunting are popular throughout the year. With a mild year-round climate, Tunica offers hiking and nature trails, RV parks for camping, clay shooting and fishing along the Mississippi River. The Memphis Zoo and Memphis Botanic Garden are just a short drive from Tunica.
Tunica also offers a wide variety of shopping options, from small gift shops inside resorts and casinos to large 40-outlet shopping centers, strip malls and boutiques. There are also a number of antique shops in downtown Tunica, as well as craft shops offering handmade products by local artisans.
