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MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST
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Mississippi's Gulf Coast is sometimes called the "Secret Coast" because it's such a well-kept secret. We're not as well-known as some of those other vacation destinations on the Gulf, but we've got it all, and we do it better.

What does your perfect vacation look like? The trick is finding the right place to do it. From deep-sea fishing to golfing or ziplining, it's all here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Get immersed in nature by taking a cruise on Mississippi Sound or going kayaking on the Wolf River. You can take to the sea for a sunset sail or enjoy a little shrimping. Walk the beach each evening and enjoy the clear water and tranquil atmosphere. Or simply stroll under the stately moss-draped live oaks and magnolias that have stood on these shores and weathered so many storms.

We're also known for our casino and gaming options. Biloxi is the place to go for casino choices, with half a dozen big ones in a few blocks. But Island View is nearby in Gulfport, and the Hollywood Casino is across the bridge in Bay St. Louis. All casinos have slots, game tables, and now include sportsbooks, too. Look for new smoke-free options, and remember that most casinos only allow guests 21 and older on their premises.

Once you've found your diversion and had some fun, is our secret safe with you?

Fun Things to See and Do Near Gulfport, MS

The Inn at Long Beach is located on the strip of sand shared by the biggest destinations in these parts. Up the road is Gulfport, with the Island View Casino and much more. In Gulfport, you can swim with a dolphin or take a cruise to Ship Island. A little farther down Beach Boulevard gets you to the wonderland that is Biloxi, with its world-class gaming, entertainment, and dining options.

If you drive the other way down Beach Boulevard, you come to the small town of Pass Christian. Like Long Beach, The Pass is a quiet beach town where you're more likely to see a dolphin playing in the surf than you are a traffic jam. Beyond Pass Christian is Bay St. Louis, both the bay and the town by the same name.

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ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT

Explore the Gulf Islands or swim with a dolphin at Ocean Adventures. Try ziplining, hit the waterpark, or blastoff with NASA.

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CASINOS

Find the perfect casino to suit your style--from the glitzy to the classy. Gaming, slots, sportsbook, fine-dining, spas, and more await.

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POINTS OF INTERESTS

Picnic under the Friendship Oak, tour art in Fishbone Alley or watch the boats come and go at Gulfport Harbor.

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SHOPPING

Shop until you drop and find it all in Gulfport at the Premium Outlets, The Crossroads Center, and the Edgewater Mall.

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SPORTS VENUES

Catch a Biloxi Shuckers baseball game, see exhibitions at the Coliseum, or check out race night at the Gulfport Drag Strip.

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MUSEUMS, LIBRARIES & HISTORICAL

Visit the Model Railroad Museum, or tour Jefferson Davis's seaside home, Beauvoir or, learn about the US Navy Seabees.

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COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

Campus tours were never so relaxing. Visit the University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park, Gulf Coast Community College, or Blue Cliff College.

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GOLF COURSES

Championship courses are spread along the coast, with seaside views or forested seclusion. World-class facilities and easily-accessible links are never far away.

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BILOXI, MS

Beaches and casinos come together in this Gulf Coast paradise. Home to Keesler Air Force Base and many other attractions.

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GULFPORT, MS

Home to sportfishing, tranquil sandy beaches, the Island View Casino. Gulfport has lovely museums and art, plus great restaurants, breweries, and attractions.

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Oak Tree in Long Beach, Mississippi

LONG BEACH, MS

Nestled on Mississippi Sound's shores, Long Beach is blessed with some of the prettiest views and beaches anywhere.

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Pass Christian Harbor

PASS CHRISTIAN, MS

Quiet seaside beach town at the end of the road, Pass Christian is the king of rest and relaxation.

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