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Explore the Mississippi Gulf Coast

Explore 11 coastal towns along 62 miles of the Mississippi Gulf Coast from Alabama to Louisiana. The coast was established in 1699 and has a multi-ethnic cultural blend of French roots, Cajun influences, and maritime traditions. Each town is diverse and offers a unique identity and experiences.

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Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs, Mississippi is a vibrant coastal arts community famously known for its thriving downtown, rich French colonial history, & connection to the renowned Anderson family of artists. Often named one of the best small towns in the South, it pairs a laid-back Gulf Coast vibe with a booming culinary & boutique shopping scene. 

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Biloxi

Biloxi, Mississippi is known as the "Vegas of the South," featuring 26 miles of white-sand beaches along the Mississippi Sound and major casino resorts like the Beau Rivage, Hard Rock, & Golden Nugget. While beachfront living offers great boating, chartered fishing, & waterfront dining, you'll also find a working-class charm. 

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Gulfport

Gulfport, Mississippi is the 2nd largest city in the state. The Port of Gulfport is the 2nd largest importer of bananas in the U.S. It blends a relaxed coastal lifestyle, a thriving culinary scene, & major attractions like the Mississippi Aquarium & ferry boat ride to the Gulf Islands National Seashore at Ship Island.

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Bay St. Louis

Bay St. Louis, Mississippi is a charming, golf-cart-friendly coastal city, located just an hour's drive northeast of New Orleans & about 30 minutes west of Gulfport. The walkable downtown is packed with local art galleries, boutiques, & highly-rated coastal restaurants. Southern Living named it one of the South's Best Beach Towns.

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Pass Christian

Pass Christian, Mississippi (affectionately known as "The Pass") is famous for being one of the safest cities in Mississippi, its historic antebellum architecture, and its laid-back coastal charm. Named by French explorers in 1699, this quaint Gulf Coast town is a tranquil escape with rich maritime heritage. 

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Long Beach

Long Beach, Mississippi is known as the "Friendly City," highly regarded for its quiet, family-friendly white-sand beaches. Historically, it gained fame in the early 1900s as the "Radish Capital of the World" for its bumper crops of "Long Red" radishes. 

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Diamondhead

Diamondhead, Mississippi is a distinct, master-planned resort community known for its Hawaiian-inspired roots, championship golf courses, & elevated, wooded topography. Developed in the 1970s, the city is defined by its Hawaiian street names, & close proximity to both the Jourdan River and the Gulf Coast. 

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D'Iberville

Located just across the Back Bay from Biloxi, D'Iberville, Mississippi is a rapidly growing hub on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It is celebrated for its major retail scene anchored by The Promenade, the waterfront Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, family-friendly attractions & deep French colonial roots dating back to 1699.

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Gautier

Gautier (pronounced go-SHAY), Mississippi is nicknamed "Nature's Playground." It is primarily known for its extensive coastal wetlands, outdoor recreation, & wildlife, particularly as the home of the Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge and Shepard State Park. 

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Pascagoula

Pascagoula, Mississippi, is best known as a historic Gulf Coast industrial hub & the birthplace of music legend Jimmy Buffett. It hosts Ingalls Shipbuilding (the state's largest employer) & Chevron's largest U.S. refinery. The city also features the 1757 La Pointe-Krebs House, Mississippi's oldest building. 

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Moss Point

Moss Point, Mississippi is known as the "River City" because it sits directly at the confluence of the Pascagoula & Escatawpa rivers. Historically, it was recognized as a massive pine lumber export hub. Today, it is best known for its rich riverine & marsh ecology, most notably hosting the Pascagoula River Audubon Center

Mississippi Gulf Coast Neighborhoods

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