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Tourism

When it comes to tourism, Harrison County offers a wider variety of attractions than most destinations – 26 miles of white sand beach, first-class casinos, championship golf, cultural festivities and more.  The Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport delivers vacationers and business travelers into the heart of it all.  And, the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center has been expanded, offering first-class beachfront facilities for business and entertainment.

Attractions – Visit the Frank Gehry-designed Ohr-O’Keefe Museum, play at Gulf Islands Waterpark or spend the day at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center.  Harrison County offers something for everyone.

Events –  Great food and fun can be found year-round at festivals and events celebrating the Coast’s rich and diverse culture.

Casinos – Harrison County is home to nine of the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s 11 casinos.  In addition to Vegas-style gaming, these resorts offer first-class accommodations, a variety of dining options, nightlife venues and top-name entertainment.

Dining – Enjoy fresh Gulf seafood at a landmark restaurants, try something new at the casinos or have lunch overlooking the beach.  Whatever your taste, you’ll find it in Harrison County.

Golf – There are more than 20 golf courses scattered across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, some created by top course designers including Nicklaus, Pate, Palmer and Fazio.

Fishing – Fishing is a year-round activity in Harrison County.  Catch a charter boat and fish the deep sea, cast a line from one of our piers or explore our bays and rivers.

Lodging – Cozy “mom and pops,” beachfront bed and breakfasts, and first-class casino resorts are among the wide variety of accommodations in Harrison County.

Shopping – From Premium Outlets offering the best prices on top-name brands to unique boutiques with local art and antiques, Harrison County is a shopper’s paradise.

For complete details on the all there is to do in Harrison County and across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, visit www.gulfcoast.org.