FreeBiloxi Lighthouse
A 64-foot cast-iron tower from 1848 standing in the middle of Highway 90, the city's postcard symbol and the best first stop on Beach Boulevard.
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Biloxi
Biloxi and the Mississippi Gulf Coast pair a calm, free beach with a deep seafood heritage, a handful of unexpectedly good museums and the sort of beachfront casino resorts that make a long weekend easy.
This guide covers the essentials: the cast-iron Biloxi Lighthouse, the Gehry-designed Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art, the replica oyster schooners, the ferry to Ship Island and its Civil War fort, and day trips to the art colony of Ocean Springs, the Mississippi Aquarium in Gulfport, quiet Bay St. Louis and NASA's Stennis area. It then matches you to 10 hotels from beachfront flagships to Back Bay value, with guides on where to stay, what to eat and when to go.
Don't miss
Biloxi Lighthouse
A 64-foot cast-iron tower from 1848 standing in the middle of Highway 90, the city's postcard symbol and the best first stop on Beach Boulevard.
Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art
The Frank Gehry-designed campus devoted to George Ohr, the self-styled Mad Potter of Biloxi, whose twisted, paper-thin clay was decades ahead of its time.
Biloxi Food and History Tour with Local Tastings
A guided walk through downtown Biloxi that pairs local tastings with the stories of the immigrants, shrimpers and hurricanes behind them.
Beauvoir, the Jefferson Davis Home and Presidential Library
A Gulf-front 1850s house, restored after Hurricane Katrina, where Jefferson Davis spent his last years; a historic site that rewards a clear-eyed, informed visit.
Things to do in Biloxi
Hand-picked: every experience here has strong traveler reviews and a verified booking link.
FreeOhr-O'Keefe Museum of Art
The Frank Gehry-designed campus devoted to George Ohr, the self-styled Mad Potter of Biloxi, whose twisted, paper-thin clay was decades ahead of its time.
Beauvoir, the Jefferson Davis Home and Presidential Library
A Gulf-front 1850s house, restored after Hurricane Katrina, where Jefferson Davis spent his last years; a historic site that rewards a clear-eyed, informed visit.
Ship Island and Fort Massachusetts
A ferry ride to a barrier island in Gulf Islands National Seashore: white sand, calm water, a Civil War-era fort and nothing else between you and the horizon.
Biloxi Schooner Sails
Climb aboard a replica oyster schooner for a sail on the Mississippi Sound, the traditional white-winged workboats that built Biloxi's seafood fortunes.
Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
The museum that explains why Biloxi smells of salt and shrimp: oyster schooners, canneries, immigrant fishing families and the hurricanes that shaped them all.
Biloxi Beach and the Beach Boulevard Drive
Miles of calm, sandy shoreline on the Mississippi Sound, often billed as the world's longest man-made beach, backed by the scenic Highway 90 drive.
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Biloxi Mardi Gras Museum
A look at one of the oldest Mardi Gras traditions on the Gulf, with costumes, king and queen regalia and floats, in the historic Magnolia Hotel.
Biloxi Food and History Tour with Local Tastings
A guided walk through downtown Biloxi that pairs local tastings with the stories of the immigrants, shrimpers and hurricanes behind them.
Hard Rock Cafe Biloxi
The rock-and-roll memorabilia restaurant on the Biloxi strip: burgers, big portions, guitars on the walls and an easy meal near the casino resorts.
Helicopter Tour Over Biloxi
See the barrier islands, the lighthouse, the casino strip and the sweep of the Mississippi Sound from above in a short scenic helicopter flight.
eBike Rental in Biloxi and Ocean Springs
Explore flat coastal roads, beach paths and the Ocean Springs bridge on an electric bike, the easiest way to cover more shoreline than a walk allows.
Where to stay
Hotels we would book ourselves, from splurges to good-value bases.
$$$Beau Rivage Resort and Casino
Beachfront, Central Biloxi
The coast's flagship resort: a big beachfront tower with a spa, a theater, a pool complex and some of the best restaurants in Biloxi.
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$$Golden Nugget Biloxi
Back Bay, Biloxi
A glossy casino resort on the Back Bay side of Biloxi, with a large pool deck, steakhouse and seafood dining and views over the water.
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$$$Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Biloxi
Beachfront, Central Biloxi
A beachfront rock-and-roll resort with a lively pool, music memorabilia, a concert venue and a Hard Rock Cafe on site.
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$$Margaritaville Resort Biloxi
Central Biloxi
A laid-back, island-themed resort with a casual vibe, themed bars and restaurants and an easy base for a relaxed Gulf Coast getaway.
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Back Bay, Biloxi
A large Back Bay resort with a full spa, multiple pools, plenty of dining and a reputation for solid value.
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$$Palace Casino Resort
Back Bay, Biloxi
A mid-priced casino resort on the Back Bay with a pool, a casino floor and easy access to the rest of Biloxi.
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D'Iberville, across the bay
A newer casino resort in D'Iberville, just across the bay from Biloxi, with a pool, a spa and a calmer pace than the beachfront strip.
Check rates →Island View Casino Resort
Gulfport, west of Biloxi
A Gulfport casino resort on Beach Boulevard, a good base for the Mississippi Aquarium, Ship Island and the western half of the coast.
Check rates →Best Western Plus DIberville
D'Iberville, across the bay
A straightforward, budget-friendly chain hotel in D'Iberville, handy for road-trippers and anyone who wants a simple room near the interstate.
Check rates →Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast
Bay St. Louis, west coast
A casino hotel in Bay St. Louis, on the quieter western edge of the coast, close to Old Town, the Stennis area and the Pearl River bayous.
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Ready-made pairings: a top sight and a hotel that suits it. Add both to your trip and book each when you are ready.
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Biloxi LighthouseStay
Beau Rivage Resort and CasinoBeachfront, Central Biloxi
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Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of ArtStay
Golden Nugget BiloxiBack Bay, Biloxi
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Biloxi Food and History Tour with Local TastingsStay
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino BiloxiBeachfront, Central Biloxi
While you are there
What’s on in Biloxi
30+ concerts, shows and games are on sale in the coming months, from stadium nights to small rooms. Our sister site Purveyor lists them with dates, venues and seats.
Biloxi guides
Biloxi in Three Days: Beaches, Boats, Art and Seafood
A three-day plan for the Mississippi Gulf Coast that balances the lighthouse, the museums, a Ship Island or schooner day, Ocean Springs and the best seafood dinners.
Where to Stay in Biloxi: Beachfront, Back Bay or Beyond
How to choose between beachfront casino resorts, Back Bay value, Gulfport, D'Iberville and Bay St. Louis, with notes on amenities, noise and the kind of trip each suits.
Eating and Drinking in Biloxi: Gulf Seafood, Po-Boys and Resort Dining
A guide to Biloxi food: Gulf shrimp and oysters, gumbo and po-boys, the immigrant fishing heritage behind them, and how to eat well on the casino strip and beyond.
Best Time to Visit Biloxi: Seasons, Storms, Festivals and Crowds
When to go to the Mississippi Gulf Coast: swim-friendly months, hurricane season, Mardi Gras, the October car show, ferry season and how to save on rooms.
Biloxi With Kids: Beaches, Boats, Aquariums and Rainy-Day Backups
A family guide to Biloxi with a beach plan, boat rides, the Mississippi Aquarium, Ship Island, rainy-day options and tips on resorts, safety and pacing.
Day Trips From Biloxi: Ocean Springs, Gulfport, Bay St. Louis and Beyond
The best day trips from Biloxi: art-colony Ocean Springs, aquarium-and-ferry Gulfport, quiet Bay St. Louis, NASA's Stennis area and drives to New Orleans and Mobile.
