Hernando is in central DeSoto County. Hernando is home to some truly wonderful B&Bs that you won't want to miss while you are in the area. Choosing to stay in a local Hernando bed and breakfast or Hernando inn is the best way to get to know the area. Hernando Music and Heritage Festival occurs on the historic green in Hernado and is noted for attracting some of the most talented musicians in the area. The Christmas Open House is a yearly event during which all of the stores on Main Street open their doors, offer hot chocolate and tasty treats and show off their products. The DeSoto County Museum presents DeSoto County's history and development from 1541 to the present. The Gulf Islands National Seashore is a collection of barrier islands a few miles from the mainland coast of Mississippi and is host to many unique species of plants and animals. Velvet Cream has been offering tasty frozen treats for over 50 years and is the perfect destination on a hot Mississippi night. La Siesta is a wonderful Mexican restaurant which is a local favorite. Offering the "best Margarita in Mississippi" and many delicious dishes, you will not be disappointed. Less