Cedar Hill Farm 8 Love Road, Hernando, MS 38632, 662-429-2540, Nestled on approximately 120 acres of rolling hills, this interesting family owned farm offers "the best fun in the country" through hayrides, ponyrides, a petting zoo, a children's playground, and a picnic area. Don't miss the "Pumpkin Patch" in the fall and, in June, you can pick fresh blackberries. more... 

DeSoto County Courthouse (circa 1836) 2535 Highway 51 South, Hernando, MS 38632, 662-429-9055, Learn the history of famed Spanish explorer Hernando deSoto, who explored this area in 1541 and 1542, through this courthouse's spectacular wall murals which depict DeSoto's discovery of the Mississippi River. 

Hernando Public Library 370 West Commerce Street, Hernando, MS 38632, 662-429-4439, "Serving DeSoto, Lafayette, Panola, Tate, and Tunica counties in Northwest Mississippi," this full service library offers a wide range of books and reference materials, as well as programs for both children and adults. more... 

DeSoto County Museum 111 East Commerce, Hernando, MS 38632, 662-429-8852, The history of DeSoto County from the early European explorers through today is showcased at this museum. Exhibits include Civil War artifacts, African-American history, an authentic log cabin, a replica of an antebellum mansion parlor, and other artifacts from DeSoto County's history. more... 

Noah's Paradise Exotic Animal Park 3501 Highway 305 South, Hernando, MS 38632, 662-233-0111, Get up close to exotic animals in Mississippi while at this enchanting animal park where visitors can meet animals such as Pewee the camel, Scooter the kangaroo, Prancer the reindeer, and Buster the monkey. 

Hernando De Soto Memorial Trail 2465 Highway 51 South, Hernando, MS 38632, 662-429-9055, Open everyday from dawn to dusk, this trail is a self guided tour to the site of Hernando de Soto's discovery of the Mississippi River in 1541. You can find a map of the trail at the Hernando Chamber of Commerce.