Gulfport

The town of Gulfport, Mississippi was founded in 1845, but it was not until the completion of the Gulf and Ship Island Railroad, in 1902, that it became a city with a population of over 5,000. Like the other towns and cities along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Gulfport has a long history of discovery and exploration, and the Port of Gulfport is one of the nation's largest ports. Today, luxurious casino resorts thrive and championship golf courses rest amiably alongside centers for historical and cultural exhibits, museums, historic bed and breakfast inns, and other structures of architectural beauty in Gulfport, Mississippi. Events, like the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo brings thousands of visitors each year to sample the thrill and excitement of the gulf coast. Below you'll find top attractions, events and accommodations for Gulfport, Mississippi.

Top Attractions

• Casino Resorts
• Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
• Championship Golf Courses
• Ship Island Excursions/Historic Fort Massachusetts
• Beach

Top Events

• Annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo - July
• All Harley Memorial Day Blowout - May
• Gulf Coast Winter Classic - Equestrian Event - February
• Annual Gulfport Spring Classic - Car and Truck Show - March
• Coast Coliseum Live Entertainment Events - Throughout the Year

Top Accommodations

• Camille Bed & Breakfast
• Casino Resorts
• Holiday Inn Airport
• Hampton Inn
• Holiday Inn Gulfport Beachfront
  
  
  Gulfport Official Website

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