Biloxi, Mississippi Hotels & Tourism

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Between the peninsula of Biloxi Bay and the Mississippi Sound lies Biloxi, Mississippi, a beautiful city 83 miles away from New Orleans. From an Indian word meaning "First People," Biloxi was established by the French in 1699. With more than 20 parks and a thriving sailing and fishing community, outdoor experiences are just outside your door.

Quiet Getaway

Right off Highway 90, year-round vacation amenities can be found at the Balmoral Inn. Placed among ancient oak trees, this charming bed and breakfast inn is a perfect getaway for families, individuals and small groups. Its easy access to the Mississippi Gulf Coast makes getting around effortless. Within walking distance, guests can stroll to the beach, shopping areas and the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center.

Balmoral Inn
120 Balmoral Ave.
Biloxi, MS 39531
800-393-9131
balmoralinn.com/

Trail Riding

Enjoy horseback riding in Biloxi at Green Woods Stables, with 82 miles of wooded trails. A guide will accompany those who are inexperienced at riding but others who feel comfortable riding a horse may be unaccompanied. Two creeks and one pond can be seen along the trails. Additionally, lessons in trail riding and western riding are available.

Green Woods Stables
15800 Pea Patch Road
Biloxi, MS 39532
228-297-5557
discoverourtown.com/MS/Biloxi/Recreation/33567.html

Sport Fishing

Sport fishing is big in Biloxi and charter boats are available for groups small and large. The Biloxi Small Craft Harbor is operated by Cpt. Dustin Trochesset and Cpt. Brandon Trochesset, grandsons of the late Cpt. J.P. Trochesset Jr., a pioneer in Biloxi fishing. Charter packages run from short trips at 4 1/2 hours to an all-day trip up to 12 hours. Enjoy a trip on the Silver Dollar II, an updated catamaran. This air-conditioned ride is designed for rig fishing with a maximum of 42 passengers.

Biloxi Charter Fishing
Point Cadet Marina
Biloxi, MS 39530
228-388-2209
biloxicharterfishing.com/

Confederate History

Step back in time and visit Beauvoir, the Jefferson Davis Home. Completed in 1852, the name of this antebellum home comes from the French word for beautiful and was used to describe the view of the Mississippi Sound from the front porch. Davis had it built for his wife and 13 children as a summer home. The property is now a memorial to Jefferson Davis and the Confederate soldier. Beauvoir is open every day but Christmas and New Year's Day. House tours are available.

Beauvoir
2244 Beach Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39531
228-388-4400
beauvoir.org/index.html

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