Discovering the Gulf Coast
Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, an action-packed adventure, or a fun-filled family vacation, you'll discover it on Mississippi's Gulf Coast, the ultimate vacation destination. Here you'll find picturesque, white-sand beaches lining the Gulf of Mexico; exciting, fun-filled outdoor activities; championship golf courses; taste-tantalizing cuisine; plentiful shopping; and must-see cultural attractions. Mississippi's Gulf Coast also features unlimited stakes gaming, top-name entertainment, and spectacular stage shows you won't want to miss. With a unique combination of attractions that'll surely please everyone, Mississippi's Gulf Coast is undoubtedly a "well-balanced escape."
Arts
Mary C OKeefe Cultural Center ***
1600 Government Street
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 818-2878
Walter Anderson Museum of Art
510 Washington Ave
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Contact name: Gayle Petty-Johnson
Phone: (228)872-3164
Fax: (228)875-4494
ART CLASSES: The Pink Rooster Art Gallery is offering oil & water painting art classes Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings. New classes are offered in six week periods or by special request.
3 day workshops will also be offered throughout the year.
This coffee shop not only offers gourmet coffee and homemade biscuits, but also hosts "pop-up" events such as art shows, yoga outside, and community bike rides weekly!
404 Porter Ave, Ocean Springs MS
(228) 238-5680
Paddles Up: Stand up Paddle Board Rentals and Classes
1018 Government St, Ocean Springs (850) 687-3023
Red Lily Spa
604 Cottage Square Lane,
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228)215.1923
Golf
Gulf Hills Golf Club Inc.
13701 Paso Rd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Contact name: Martin Reeves
Phone: (228)872-9663
Award Winning Golf Courses...
Fallen Oak
24400 MS-15, Saucier, MS 39574
Phone: (228) 386-7015
Grand Bear
12040 Grand Way Blvd, Saucier, MS 39574
Phone: (228) 539-7806
Preserve
8901 MS-57, Vancleave, MS 39565
(228) 386-2500
Nature/Recreation
Gulf Islands National Seashore and Visitors Center
3500 Park Road
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Visitor Information - Mississippi
(228) 875-0823, extension 100
Public Beaches
- Front Beach, Ocean Springs
- Fort Maurepas Park overlooking the Gulf
Features: Park, Children's Splash pad and Play ground
Fishing
Harbor Master
(228)872- 5754
Gulf Islands Waterpark
On I-10 (exit Hwy 49 North); Gulfport, MS 39503
(866) 485-3386 | (228) 328-1266 | Fax (228) 328-1268
Gulf Islands Waterpark is thrilling fun for the entire family and is your premier family destination in the Gulf South! Enjoy more than 18 acres of water-filled fun at the newest and largest waterpark
NASA Space Center - StenniSphere
National Aeronautics & Space Administration; Stennis Space Center, MS 39529
(800) 237-1821 | (228) 688-2370
StenniSphere, Stennis Space Center's award winning visitors center, offers exciting new exhibits & stage shows! Test a space shuttle main engine! Land the space shuttle!
Don't miss the Saturday Fresh Market 9:00 - 2:00
Ship Island Excursions- Seasonal Hours
(866) 466-7386 | (228) 864-1014 | Fax (228) 864-3797
Ship Island Excursions offers daily passenger ferry service to West Ship Island and Fort Massachusetts (circa 1858), part of Gulf Island National Seashore. The island is approximately 10 miles offshore.
Ongoing:
Saturdays: Ocean Springs Fresh Market
1st Saturday Saturday Art Market
2nd Fridays: Ocean Springs Cruise In