Curious about how much there is to do in Coastal Mississippi? We have crafted the perfect list of ideas, highlighting amazing experiences you can only have along our 62 miles of beautiful shoreline!
1. Drive along the nation’s longest man-made beach
2. Dine on Gulf-fresh seafood at our coastal restaurants
3. Discover public art around every corner
4. Take a deep dive into the region’s marine life at the Mississippi Aquarium
5. Get an awesome deal with the Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass
6. Try your luck at one of Coastal Mississippi’s 12 casino resorts
7. Enjoy a 70-minute living marine adventure aboard the Biloxi Shrimping Trip
8. Explore the great beyond at INFINITY Science Center
9. Spend the day splashing at Gulf Islands Waterpark
10. Go fishing in the Gulf, rivers, marshlands, and bayous
11. Sail the Sound on the Biloxi Schooner
12. Take a ride on the wild side with Gulf Coast Gator Ranch & Airboat Tours
13. Discover local art at the Walter Anderson Museum of Art
14. Spot one of the rarest birds on earth at the Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge
15. Enjoy live music at venues across the region
16. Hop aboard a Ship Island Excursion
17. Cheer on the Biloxi Shuckers
18. Sample some coastal brews at our craft breweries
19. Surround yourself with nature at Gulf Islands National Seashore at Davis Bayou
20. Visit the 500 year old Friendship Oak
21. Climb to the top of the Biloxi Lighthouse
22. Camp under the stars at Buccaneer State Park
23. Stop for a delicious po’boy at Bozo’s Seafood Market & Deli
24. Bike the coastline
25. Fly through the treetops at Zip’N Fun Adventure Park
26. Explore the history and culture of the region at the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum
27. Get up close and personal with marine life at Ocean Adventures Marine Park
28. Spot the Hurricane Katrina Tree Sculptures along Highway 90
29. Enjoy the views from “Mississippi’s Front Yard” at Jones Park
30. Rent a jet ski
31. Immerse yourself in nature at the Pascagoula River Audubon Center
32. Charter a boat with award-winning captains
33. Bring the kids to experience Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
34. Let the good times roll at the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum
35. Visit the oldest building in Mississippi at the La Pointe-Krebs Museum
36. Peruse the boutiques and galleries in downtown Ocean Springs
37. Relax on the lazy river at the Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast
38. See the sights on the Biloxi Tour Train
39. Set up a picnic on the beach
40. Indulge in a delicious artisanal popsicle at Pop Brothers
41. Discover the region’s history at the Biloxi Visitors Center
42. Visit the historic 100 Men Hall
43. Take a boat out to our pristine barrier islands
44. Dine with a view at Shaggy’s
45. Put the pedal to the metal at Finishline Performance Karting
46. Dance all night at a local juke joint
47. Visit Jimmy Buffet’s hometown
48. Go antiquing
49. Sink your toes into 26 miles of white-sand beaches
50. Grab a biscuit of the day at Greenhouse on Porter
51. Golf at one of our first-class golf courses
52. Enjoy coffee with a good book and a great view at Cat Island Coffeehouse
53. Admire the work of Frank Gehry and The Mad Potter of Biloxi at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art
54. Discover local flora and fauna at Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
55. Marvel at the historic mansions on Scenic Drive
56. Stay overnight on Cat Island with Shore Thing Fishing Charters
57. Find the perfect souvenir and take a photo to remember at Sharkheads
58. Enjoy live music with a view at Buoys Bar
59. Spot unique species on the Gulf Coast Birding Trail
60. Pick up a local souvenir at Shearwater Pottery
61. Shop local in Old Town Bay St. Louis
62. Treat yourself to a spa day at one of our first-class casino resorts
63. Soak in a Coastal Mississippi sunset
64. ...Or if you’re an early bird, a sunrise!
65. Paddle down the Wolf River
66. Celebrate at a festival
67. Stay at a bed & breakfast
68. Check off all the spots on the Mississippi Blues Trail
69. Get fed at the Shed
70. Take a trip on the Casino Hopper trolley
71. Cruise the Pascagoula River with Eco Tours of South Mississippi
72. Find coastal creativity at the Alice Moseley Folk Art & Antique Museum
73. Try the “only real donut” at The Tatonut Donut Shop
74. Cook your catch at Hook Gulf Coast Cuisine
75. Hike the Possum Walk Trail
76. Find fun for all the family at Margaritaville Resort and Family Entertainment Center
77. Soar above the Mississippi Sound with Parasail Adventures
78. Cool off at Buccaneer Bay Waterpark
79. Catch a deal at the outlet mall
80. Discover 200 years of locomotive history at the Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum
81. Indulge in a Vietnamese po’boy and a sweet treat at Le Bakery
82. Relax on the beach
83. Experience a sunset hibachi dinner cruise aboard the Betsy Ann Riverboat
84. Test your skills at Skål Axe Throwing
85. Live like a local at one of our monthly events
86. Watch the illuminated dancing fountain at Centennial Plaza Resort
87. Discover the state’s rich aviation history at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum
88. Relax on the secluded beach at the lighthouse in Waveland
89. Place your bets on the winning team at a casino sportsbook
90. Take the kids to one of many free splash pads across the region
91. Explore the downtown areas on a golf cart
92. Sip cocktails and watch the sun set aboard a Twisted Tiki Tour
93. Check out the ever-evolving public art at Fishbone Alley
94. Enjoy the serenity of the Bay St. Louis Duck Pond
95. Discover the Ocean Springs Bridge Mosaic Mural
96. Recharge with a locally roasted Coast Roast coffee
97. Take a sunset cruise along the Mississippi Sound
98. Book your next stay in Coastal Mississippi
99. Share your #MSCoastLife adventures
100. Tell everyone about your experience in Coastal Mississippi!
