From space exploration to crabbing from the seawall, visitors can have it all in a compact area with spacious green spaces to savor each experience on Mississippi's West Coast. Everything and nothing is traditional about Mississippi's West Coast... eclectic shopping for fashion, art and mementos, or browsing through the Kate Lobrano House to better understand the area's history. A long walk on the beach, the excitement of gaming, your senses are never assaulted, but intrigued and energized by all of your choices.
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McLeod Water Park and Campgrounds
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> Attractions
Located on the Jourdan River just off I-10. Great fishing and beautiful waterways. Skiing, canoeing, fishing, hiking, picnic grounds, pavilions, ball parks and camp store. Primitive and developed campsites.
Address: 8100 Texas Flat Road
, Kiln, MS 39556
Phone: 228-467-1894
Phone: 228-467-1894
Old Town Bay Saint Louis
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> Attractions
Quaint bay-side old town's tree-lined streets guide you to many small specialty shops, art galleries, restaurants, sidewalk cafes and lounges, ice cream parlors and coffee houses. Visit the many historic sites and buildings. Enjoy 6 building murals, a hospitality center and convenient benches under shade trees.
Pearl River Eco Tour
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> Attractions
Journey with is into one of America's last remaining treasures, the Honey Island Swamp. Our tour boats hold up to 20 people and our captains are native to the area, grew up hunting and fishing this swamp and have college degrees.
Shoo-Fly Oak & City Park
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> Attractions
Admission: Free. A beautiful oak tree hosting a wraparound deck. Next door to the Historic City Hall and the City Park which offers tennis courts and a playground open to the public.
Hollywood Casino Bay Saint Louis, Casino & Golf Resort
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> Casinos
Hollywood Casino is a 600-acre casino and golf resort offering all amenities right on-site. The property offers 24-hour gaming with 40,000 sq ft of exciting gaming space, over 900 slots, 6 poker tables, and 30 table games. There are 291 luxurious guest rooms, swimming pool & jacuzzi, with sundeck, a 100-site RV park, and over 10,000 sq. ft. of convention and meeting space. Legendary jazz musician, Pete Fountain, plays Tuesday and Wednesday (call casino for details). The property also offers "The Bridges" Arnold Palmer design championship golf course.
Address: 711 Hollywood Blvd
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 866-7-LUCKY-1 * 228-469-2100
Website: www.hollywoodcasinobsl.com
Phone: 866-7-LUCKY-1 * 228-469-2100
Website: www.hollywoodcasinobsl.com
LuLu Eats and Entertains, LLC
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> Dining
Experienced chefs and caterers "LuLu" and "Bootsie" offer everything you need to eat and entertain in style.
Address: 126 Main Street
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-466-6620
Phone: 228-466-6620
Depot District
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> Historic Attractions
Area near the Historic Train Depot featuring specialty shops, art galleries, historic homes, restaurants, lounges and coffee shops. Nestled under rows of century old live oaks, it provides a wonderful place to shop or just relax.
Address: Bookter Street & Union
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Historic Bay St. Louis City Hall
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> Historic Attractions
Built in 1905, this classic Roman and Greek revival architectural marvel is a Mississippi landmark building and survived both Hurricane Camille (1968) and Katrina (2005). City Park sits next door, with the "Shoo-Fly Oak", a beautiful oak tree hosting a wraparound deck. Tennis courts and playground are open to the public.
Historic L & N Train Depot
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> Historic Attractions
Admission: Free. This two-story mission style depot was built in 1928 and is surrounded by park-like grounds. A "Mississippi Landmark", it was once the heartbeat of the County and the backdrop for the classic Tennessee Williams film, "This Property is Condemned" starring Robert Redford and Natalie Wood. The Depot is home to the Hancock County Tourism Bureau and Visitor Center.
Address: 1928 Depot Way
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-463-9222 /800-466-9048
Website: www.mswestcoast.org
Phone: 228-463-9222 /800-466-9048
Website: www.mswestcoast.org
Kate Lobrano House - Hancock County Historical Society
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> Historic Attractions
Admission: Free. Browse the photos and documents depicting life in this small town before and after Hurricane Katrina. Historical data and special collections.
Address: 108 Cue Street
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-467-4090
Website: www.hancockcountyhistoricalsociety.com
Phone: 228-467-4090
Website: www.hancockcountyhistoricalsociety.com
Mississippi Armed Forces Museum
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> Historic Attractions
Admission: Free. Tour Mississippi's only state operated museum dedicated exclusively to our military history. 16,000 square feet of artifacts and dioramas representing all branches of the military. Gift Shop.
Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church
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> Historic Attractions
Begun in 1907, completed in 1926, the fifth oldest Catholic parish in Mississippi. Stained glass, Italian art High Altar, marble and ceiling illustrations make this Church overwhelming as it overlooks the Gulf of Mexico
Address: 228 South Beach Blvd
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-467-6509
Website: www.olgchurch.net
Phone: 228-467-6509
Website: www.olgchurch.net
St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church
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> Historic Attractions
Admission: Donation. Founded in 1926, it is one of the most vibrant and integrated churches in South Mississippi. The St. Rose Choir is nationally known and two CDs are credited to their name and one to the men's choir. "Christ in the Oaks", the mural across the sanctuary creates a sense of awe and majesty to all who enter.
Address: 301 South Neicase Avenue
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-467-7347 /228-463-9222
Website: www.strosedelimabsl.org
Phone: 228-467-7347 /228-463-9222
Website: www.strosedelimabsl.org
St. Stanislaus College
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> Historic Attractions
Admission: Donation. Brothers of the Sacred Heart have been running this boys Catholic boarding school since 1854. Set on the water's edge under ancient oaks, St. Stanislaus boasts some notable alumni including Doc Blanchard, famed Army football player who was the Heisman, Maxwell and Sullivan trophy winner. (on display unless on temporary loan to a museum)
The Trust Bed & Breakfast Tour
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> Historic Attractions
Admission: $4 per person. This Circa 1850 home is filled with antiques and stories of the past. Visit Old South grandeur and the gracious living of a bygone era in the Historic Depot District of Bay Saint Louis.
Address: 204 Bookter Street
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 800-331-9046 /228-467-5715
Phone: 800-331-9046 /228-467-5715
War & Peace - The T.F. Monti Private Model Collection
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> Historic Attractions
4,000 model ships, autos, aircraft & military armor. Admission is free. Please call for an appointment to view this exceptional private collection.
Anthony's
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> Shopping
Fine men's clothing, accessories and gifts since 1965. Including Columbia, Guy Harvey, Costa Del Mar, Reef, Rainbow Sandals, Nautica, Enro, Brighton, Tuxedos & more. All major credit cards accepted.
Address: 501 Main St.
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-467-7731
Phone: 228-467-7731
Antique Maison
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> Shopping
A Mall of Many Dealers. Find Discount New, Good, Used, Old Vintage Antiques
Furniture, Home Décor, Linens, China, Jewelry, Books, Tools, Patio/Garden, Art Collectibles & More
Address: 111 North Second St.
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-466-4848
Phone: 228-466-4848
Bay Books
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> Shopping
A locally-owned independent bookstore for people who love reading. Carefully selected fiction, children's books, cookbooks, historical, current events, math, science and regional favorites. All major credit cards accepted.
Address: 131 Main St.
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-463-2688
Phone: 228-463-2688
Bay Breeze
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> Shopping
Offers a great selection of coastal style gifts, decorative accessories, rugs, furniture, as well as pottery, fountains, and seashells.
Address: 111-A Main St
, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Phone: 228-466-3333
Email: baybreeze@mail2world.com
Website: www.baybreezecoastal.com
Phone: 228-466-3333
Email: baybreeze@mail2world.com
Website: www.baybreezecoastal.com
