Bay St. Louis Travel Guide

Located in a serene area along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Bay St. Louis is a small community-orientated city with a ton of heart. With its beautiful landscape and friendly residents, the city is the perfect place for both a quick weekend trip and to put down permanent roots.

Things to Do in Bay St. Louis

Guests can start their Bay St. Louis vacation off on the right foot by paying a visit to the shores of Bay Saint Louis Beach where they can sun tan on the white sands, or take a walk along the pier and watch the seabirds and fish. Then, those who love to learn can head over to the Alice Moseley Folk Art and Antique Museum and the Mardis Gras Museum which are located in the L & N Historic Train Depot. Visitors could also spend the afternoon play golf at The Bridges Golf Club, enjoy a live production at the Bay St. Louis Little Theatre, and shopping at the Marketown Shopping Center, which houses a wide variety of both mainstream and local mom and pop shops. Adults over 21 can practice their betting skills and try their luck at winning the jackpot at the Silver Slipper Casino Hotel.

Best Places to Stay in Bay St. Louis

Those looking to spend a few nights in town have a large selection of vacation rentals to choose from. From hotel rooms and quaint inns to full-sized homes and condos, Bay St. Louis has a budget-friendly vacation home for every guest. Each of the full-sized rentals offers a fully equipped kitchen, wifi, and warm, comfortable bedding.

Best Time to Visit Bay St. Louis

The best time to visit is October and November, as the weather is mild but still warm.

Best Events in Bay St. Louis

Bay St. Louis’ residents and their visitors can enjoy a number of exciting events in and around the city each year. A few of the most popular events include the Gulf Coast BBQ & Music Festival, the Fall Muster, the Half Marathon & 10K, and Arts Alive. Arts Alive is the city’s most popular art-themed event, featuring live demonstrations, hands-on arts and crafts, artist showcases, arts and crafts vendors, and snacks.

Things to Do for Families in Bay St. Louis

Families visiting the city can spend the weekend experiencing the best of the city’s parks, with dinosaur digging at Carol Vegas Park, a splash pad at McDonald Park, and a variety of friendly animals, flower beds, and scenic picnic spots at Ruth’s Roots. Many families also choose to spend a weekend with nature when they go fishing and hiking in Buccaneer State Park where they can also opt to stay, as the park offers a well maintained campground complete with disc golf courses.