Fun things to do in Gulfport: 18 fun attractions and activities

We traveled over from Mobile, AL because we’ve heard such great things. We were not disappointed. We came about 2pm on a Saturday and it was perfect. We had most of the place to ourselves. It was nice and clean. My 5 year old loved everything inside. Then we headed to the splash pad. We will be back for sure.

Great place to visit for all ages and they have a reciprocal membership from other science museums. It was fun our girls who were 3, 7 and 9! We went twice during this trip!

I spent the day here with my family and we had a blast. The museum kept my 7 year old and 5 year old busy for hours. There's no cafe, but they allowed us to do our own picnic lunch at the picnic tables. Most of the exhibits were in good working order. Children are constantly testing the exhibits so it makes sense to me that not everything was working as intended. Also, the tree house was being worked on at the time of our visit, but happy to see improvement and repair taking place. The art studio let us build a craft and the kids loved it. We closed out the day at the splash pad. $60 for the day for the family and we got our money's worth. My only gripe is that the power button for the splash pad needs a sign or something painted on the ground.

We had a fantastic time at the Discovery Center today! While it is geared towards younger kids, my 8 year old daughter & 11 year old son had a blast! We spent a good 2.5/3 hours there! It is SO clean! They especially loved the Art room, that was actually a highlight to the day. I love that we were allowed to leave, and come back since I didn’t realize we could bring food/drinks in. If you have smaller children, this is a must to bring them to get energy out. The grounds are beautiful as well, and it is quite a peaceful place. Well worth the money.

This place was fantastic!! The kids with us ranged from 5 years - 11 years (47 years technically 😉), and everyone had a BLAST!! Seriously, it is SO MUCH FUN! Can't wait to go back the next time we are in Biloxi.

This is a great place to take the kids and just let them get some energy out. It's clean, including crews that walk around whose job is literally just to put stuff back where it goes. There are such fun interactive areas from a grocery store to a vet's office, and even an area just for under 4 years old. There's a large climbing structure in the middle which is fun and fairly safe since the kids can't fall out of it. It does need some cleaning attention though. The areas are carpeted and it doesn't look like they ever been cleaned. I gave it 4 stars because some of the outdoor structures including some tree houses and climbable structures look like they need some serious maintenance and refurbishment. And with all the people inside, it was quite hot. They do have some pipes that deliver random areas of extra air conditioning but they could use some more. There's also a gift shop that has snacks and drinks, but other than water fountains, there's no vending machines inside the main building which would be helpful for parents. They could also use a few more benches for parents to sit while the kids run around or play in each section. Overall, great little place with reasonable pricing that allows kids some time for creativity and getting some energy out. We live out of state and come in for vacation to our beach house in Long Beach and this is always on our list of things to do.

It was an awesome experience with the grandkids and my big kids! We all had fun experiencing all the exhibits!! Very friendly for all ages!!

The ferry ride was enjoyable we even saw some dolphins along the way. The walk to the south part of the island is a bit of a walk and the sand is EXTREMELY hot especially the black sand. They should think about extending the walking deck a little bit further. The other side of the island where the ferry drops you off has nice sand but there are no chairs and umbrellas offered. On that side you can also see stingrays and fish. The fort was neat to see and the tour guide was informative.

Absolutely loved it. Took our daughter for her 10th birthday. Not to mention her first trip to the gulf. The staff were so nice and would come around and point out interesting things along the ferry ride. We saw everything you could have wanted too. So many dolphins, brown rays/sting rays, blue crabs, fish, pelicans, hermit crab, sea turtle, a bloom of jelly fish and a Shark!!! My daughter said it was the best birthday ever. They even announced her birthday over the intercom from the Captain and the crew. We did the family plan and it was so worth every penny. We are already planning a next trip. Thank you everyone at Ship Island!!

We took the cruise out to Ship Island on a Monday morning. We took the 9 AM boat ride out. It was a full ride but did not feel overly crowded. There are 4 bathrooms on the boat which is nice especially when you are traveling with kids and asking them to hold it is not always an option. There is also a snack shop on board that is reasonably priced and it’s air conditioned in that section if you are too hot sitting outside. The boat ride takes about an hour and it’s so beautiful. We saw dolphins, crabs, a couple turtles, and schools of fish while we traveled to shore. Once we came to shore, it’s about a 1/3 mile trek to the beach - be advised that you must carry everything and no wagons are allowed. However - because we purchased the family pack online, our umbrella and chairs were included and that was very nice. The sand is HOT so make sure to wear your shoes all the time when walking around. There is a snack shop on the beach - we had cheeseburgers and a chicken wrap for lunch which weren’t too bad. The beach was clean and the water was clear. We saw tons of blue crab scuttling around the ocean floor. It wasn’t too crowded at all. On the way back to the boat, we walked around Fort a Massachusetts which was pretty cool. We took the 2:30 shuttle back to the mainland and purchased the family photo keepsake. I say it was definitely worth the money especially if you like quiet beaches.

The cruise takes about 45 to the island with beautiful views of wildlife. Once on the island,it is a little bit of a walk to get to the south end where the swim area is. Water was clear, and beaches well kept. Our kids had fun catching crab and playing in the waves. The ride back was even more amazing as the sun was coming down and dolphins playing. It's definitely worth it to purchase the family package and let them pack your ice chest with your selection of drinks.

Great day tour out to ship island/Fort Massachusetts. Hour boat ride out to the island where you can explore, swim, view wildlife. Little shop for food, water, snacks… etc. See dolphins, catch crabs, even saw a small shark. Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Park rangers will give a tour and history presentation about the island and fort. The beach was very nice as well. Chairs and umbrellas for rent and lifeguards on duty.

The ferry service was great and the crew really friendly. It was super hot and I recommend close toed shoes for the boardwalk and sandy beach. The sand was extremely hot that day. Even with sandals, I burned my feet when my foot would slip. It's a 10 to 15 minute walk on the boardwalk to the south side of the island. Once there you can rent a chair and umbrella if you don't bring your own. Remember you have to carry everything yourself. No wagons are allowed. There is a snack bar and water fountains along with restrooms.

So incredibly worth it. About an hour ferry ride (very smooth and saw some dolphins) and a bit of a walk across the island, but then it is spectacular. Lots of little crabs in the water but it’s clear enough to see them. Facilities and food were excellent. No trip to Gulfport, MS should be without it

Visited with my 4yr old son this past weekend. We had a great time. It was a safe, clean, friendly atmosphere. The staff was readily available and very helpful. Plenty of rides to keep us busy. We didn't eat or buy any extras. The free drink bar was a pleasant surprise. We will definitely be back

Had great experience. Kids and adults loved it. Circular Lazy River (you can stand in) has multiple entrances and exits. Use rafts for free. In the center wavepool comes on every 20 minutes. Plenty of life guards. Lockers for valuables. Small restaurant for burgers etc... Free drinks!Looks like you can rent a cabana or get there early to snag an umbrella area with chase lounge chairs. Dressing rooms to change. Everything you need for a fun day. Very clean. Will return.

This place is awesome except for the price of food, which is insultingly expensive. Ice cream is $6 for barely 4oz of frozen yogurt. Chicken was good but I spent $35 on enough chicken for only 2 kids. Again, this place is really great but something needs to be done about food prices. We will definitely be coming back at least 2 more times this summer but we will never buy anything inside again. I feel bad for the employees. I can't be the only parent who is shocked at the food prices.

I came here with my daughter for a band trip in ‘23 so yesterday I took my youngest 3 and niece. We had a blast. The rides are really fun especially the one that waves a lil. We will be back again!

The staff was friendly and helpful. It's a nice size waterpark with decent food options. The free drinks and parking is a plus. I recommend getting there early to get a space with an umbrella. The claim shells aren't really work it. Only 1/2 is shaded.

You really can't beat the season pass price for some summertime water fun! The lazy river was fun. We only tried the water slides a couple of times. Many things need painting, cleaning, and updating. Half of the longers are broken and don't allow you to sit up. There's is noticeable wear and tear on all the slides. We like that they added frozen alcoholic drinks, but they didn't taste that great for the price. On the plus side, the bathrooms and changing areas were always kept clean. With a few updates, touch-ups, and a few special events, Gulf Islands water park could be great, as for now, it's just ok.

The kids had so much fun! The staff were so polite and helpful. Can't wait to come back next season

There's so much to see. The kids will love it. A little bit of it is outside such as the fresh water fish, the river otters, the alligators, and the dolphins. The rest of the exhibit is all inside with excellent air conditioning. They have a touch tank inside as well which the kids loved. They have quite a bit of exhibits to see. Great for when it's hot outside and need something to do.

Mississippi Aquarium – Gulfport, MS The aquarium is on the smaller side, but I was pleasantly surprised by how nice it is, especially for a small town. Admission was $70 for the two of us, but we didn’t mind paying since we knew it helps support the aquarium. (Tip: tickets are a little cheaper if you buy them online at least 24 hours in advance.) It was just my boyfriend and me, and it took us about two hours to walk through and see everything at a relaxed pace. They also have a dolphin show, which we sat down to watch, it was fun and definitely worth catching. Overall, a very enjoyable experience.

I've been here twice, and both times have had a wonderful time. My husband and I had the pleasure to meet Maureen both times and she is such a fountain of knowledge and passion, it's hard not to match her love of nature as she teaches you about whatever station she is at. I left both times having learned something new about the dolphins as well as the birds in the Aviary (including the gorgeous ducks Marshmallow, Dolly Parton, and Stevie Nicks) It's one of the smaller aquariums I've been to, but is well worth the visit each time. My family and I will be back, possibly monthly.

We enjoyed our visit to the aquarium. It was smaller than we thought it would be from videos that we watched, but we really enjoyed our time together. Lots of families with small children, that loved the animals. Things to do indoors and outdoors. The Aquarium though small was beautiful and so clean. Fun watching the Dolphins, Otters, Beavers. My kids, though grown really love interacting with and touching the string rays, and what a beautiful presentation. Cleanest restrooms in Gulfport, for sure. Which is very appreciated if you have children. I wish I had taken more photos with my phone, but we were using our cameras instead. Open bag policy, at the gate when you come in. No food or drinks allowed in from the outside. I saw a few parents taking things back to the car. Because of the size, this isn’t an all day spot. So that will be great for families with young kiddos. The hours are 10:00 am to 5:00 pm 7 days per week. The price is about $33.00 plus tax. Drinks inside were expensive, $4.00 for a bottle of water, great food at the snack bar, burgers were amazing with fries hot off the fryer.

This aquarium was a great surprise at how nice it was. You are greeting by a hands on aquarium filled with many species of aquatic life. All habitats were clean with clear water … and well taken care of. There was an area with insects also. Outside there were several exhibits including otters and a large dolphin tank. Some of the feedings were only done once a day so I would plan before you go. There was a small cafe with food. Also a large gift shop but it was quite expensive. Overall spent about 2 hours there. Highly recommend.

Small aquarium but its very nice for what it is. Take your time and enjoy it. My daughter loves it. I've been to many but this one is very modern, well kept, clean and cute. Park in the garage and its just a short walk. Enjoy.

Great stop in Gulfport! Worth seeing, not worth going to see. There was a mix of larger exhibits with smaller ones dotted around the guided walk through. The indoor and outdoor spaces were very cool and provided a great escape from the summer heat. The aviary had a very well educated guide who was happy to point out and share facts on every bird. It’s was slightly crowded on the Sunday afternoon we went with many screaming children adding to the peaceful ambiance. Over all a fun aquarium which was a little pricey but a great way to kill an afternoon.

One of my favorite beachside places in the world. The fishing was excellent that day. The vibe was peaceful and everyone got along well which is a rarity these days. You would be missing out if you passed Jones Park on a good weak day.

GREAT place to come and enjoy time with your family! Or just take a moment to yourself and catch a cool fresh breeze. There’s nothing like a beautiful day outdoors at Jones Park 🏖️! Also it sits right across the street from the beautiful Gulf Coast Aquarium 🐠!

What a fabulous place. Highly recommend. It offered needed respite and shade from the heat to read my book, a beautiful sandy beach to take a sunset stroll, and fishing piers to make small talk with local fisherman at night as the waves lapped at the shores.

Nice big lot. I was able to park my 21-ft vehicle there. Spent some time on the beach. It was nice. Nice Sandy area for bathers. They have a pavilion and hold different events here. There is a large Park where they do a lot of displays for Christmas and things like that.

We visit here frequently! They keep it very clean! Beautiful place to walk on the path in the park, wonderful play area for the kids, great to play in the sand and watch sunsets. Also an extremely great venue for events. ONLY catch.. bathrooms are on one side and were built high up. Those are often not always the cleanest but that's from the public being careless.

It is beautiful! Lots of walking paths. The pier is so nice with great views! Walking around the marina is so beautiful too. The playground for the kids is in the shape of ships. Highly recommend for a peaceful walk! There are restrooms around the splash pad.

We love putting our boat in her at the launch. We enjoy going out to Ship Island. The only problem is the trailer parking is too far away. It is definitely set up for the day excursions.

What an amazing experience. My son did the dolphin experience and feed the sea lion. The handlers were very knowledgeable, patient and caring. Highly recommended for kids and adults both.

This facility is known for rescuing stranded and sick dolphins turtles and other marine life. It is so much more than a learning center. You are allowed to touch the stingrays in the stingray pool as well as the small tiger sharks. In the discovery room you are able to touch the horseshoe crabs starfish and hermit crabs. There are different tanks with different things in that you are allowed to touch. Every 30 minutes there is a different show they only last 10 minutes and so there's plenty of time to explore in between shows. Make sure you visit both buildings! The discovery room is set back so you might need to ask where it is. They also have a place where you can get food and drinks if you choose to purchase food there or there are picnic tables outside where you can grab your lunch from your vehicle and have a nice break.

This was a great experience. The kids enjoyed the encounter with the stingrays and sharks! It was an immersive experience the kids will remember. We planned this at the last minute, but next time we will sign-up for the Dolphin and sea lion experience. We all enjoyed the bird exhibit where we fed the birds. I really enjoyed the museum and found it be educational and interesting. We'll be back next year for another enjoyable experience.

Took the family here, and I was a bit skeptical from the website. This place exceeded my expectations. The experience was a great one for my boys. We did the dolphin encounter, and it was money well spent. We are on a 2 ½ week road trip from Oregon, and this was the boys' most favorite activity so far. The staff was excellent, thanks for the amazing time!

This is a very fun place to go. We had an experience with the dolphins and the sea lion which I very whole heartedly suggest to do. It’s a bit pricy but an experience you will never forget! How many times in your life do you get to act like a Biologist without the schooling it’s lots of fun. We had a great time!! The staff are awesome and will answer every question you ask them. Hats off to the owner for having a great staff!! The only thing I would change is let the person that had to change into their bathing suit should be able to change their bathing suit when they are done to the same room they started with instead of a cramped stall in a public restroom with no privacy! Other than that it was great time!

I came on a whim and I am so glad I did. Reasonable admission prices, interactive displays, the dolphin show was pretty amazing. Medium sized parking lot in front, employees are friendly and helpful, everything seemed to run like a well oiled machine.

We visited the park on Monday, July 28, 2025. PROS: · Reggie was driving the train (after the “manager” told us and several other visitors that it wasn’t running that day. Reggie was very professional, and had the patience of a saint! · Entry cost to the institute was reasonable, and included all shows, including the dolphins! Best of all, this institute is handicap accessible! (Although the educator in the stingray area didn't know that there was a viewing area on one end of the pool where someone in a wheelchair could get a better view). CONS: · The café was closed, and all of the vending machines were out of order. You can buy water and Gatorade in the gift shop for $4.50 a bottle. · We were told we could leave to eat and come back in. The logistics of that for us is next to impossible due to physical limitations, and the energy it takes to get one from the car to the wheelchair. We ordered a pizza and had it delivered to the park. We were reprimanded like children for doing so. (“You can bring food in, but you can’t have it delivered.”) · The train wasn’t running? Turns out, it was. · The dolphin show was great, but the speakers were not functioning correctly, and whoever was talking to the audience had a voice that was grating on the nerves, with feigned excitement. OVERVIEW: · This is a great place for children, but I recommend bringing something to drink with you. · Personally, I am always on the lookout for a non-profit organization to donate to, and I prefer those that care for the preservation of wildlife and/or our natural environment. The way that the “manager” spoke to us assured that this organization will never be the recipient of any funding from my company or person.

This place is awesome! It's like the Tartis, bigger on the inside. Driving up to it, you think there's not much to it but once inside the fun begins. My grandsons love trains and this place delivers. There are model trains, Lego trains, Thomas trains, riding trains! There is an "I spy" activity to find different things in the train set ups. My daughter and I had a great time doing it. There is a big open play area for big kids and a soft play area for tiny tots, with other activities for children all around. I highly recommend this place for kids and adults.

My family had an INCREDIBLE time! Initially, I felt that the price was too high given that we had been to their old location and it only took about an hour and a half to see everything. However, I was pleasantly surprised to find that they have VASTly expanded at their new location. It is huge and took most of the day. The atmosphere gets a 10 out of 10! The decorations and theming is so creative and fun. I don't even care for trains but they caught my interest. There were things for all ages, PERFECT for families like mine with kids ranging in age from toddlers to preteens. The museum starts with an immersive train ride experience with visuals from a train within the museum giving the illusion that you're of miniature scale. Then, there's a small model railroad history section. Next up was a wide variety and array of model train displays. The museum has done a great job making it interactive with I spy set ups for several displays, buttons to interact with the displays, interspersed children's train sets and legos, as well as tunnels into the middle of the displays. Our favorite part was the train with a camera that you can watch from a control booth. We all got a kick out of it, it's a must see feature. Next we went outside and enjoyed the swing, peddal trains, and train ride. These rides were my kids' favorite. Next we went to the indoor playground area which was very nice. The climbing equipment was high quality and offered a variety of ways to climb great for children of different sizes and abilities. The party rooms with cute storefront facades can be seen from here. They have 2 quarter machines and a very convenient coin machine so be sure to bring cash if your kids are small enough to want to ride. They also had a play area perfect for babies with padding that was gated in. There's also a picnic area. Next we played in the caboose, dining car, cargo mover, and engine play areas. In the middle are the restrooms. There's a great expanse of stalls, family restrooms, and even a nursing room. The facilities were all very clean and well kept. Next we played in the greatroom. They had a fun green screen train set up, train set building area (that was mostly empty when we were there), a replica of the coast, and a REALLY fun interactive art exhibit. There you design your own train on paper and bring it to life on the animated screen. Lastly, we visited the "STEAM" room. This was the only disappointing part for my family. The staff kept getting us they had games in there, but we found none 🤷‍♀️. There was just some coloring pages and building toy sets. The gift shop on your way out was really great! The prices weren't as bad as I had expected. Overall, HIGHLY recommend! Guranteed to have a GREAT time!

This place is amazing and a breath of fresh air for a family outing. Interesting and entertaining. The play area was unexpected but also welcome and really great! They also made accomodations for our autistic son without hesitation, which really let us exhale, ha. 10/10, 100/100. Bring the fam and have fun!

An absolutely amazing experience! We brought our 2 year old and he was so excited to press the buttons to make the trains go to playing in the activity area and riding the mini train. I was just as excited to see the set ups and the detail on each track. I recommend anyone with small kids or an interest in trains that this is 200% a place you need to visit. If we lived full time in the area we would most definitely buy a season pass.

An absolute gem on the coast! By far the best collection of model trains I've ever seen. The scenes, towns, people, all amazing. The attention to detail second to none. Extremely friendly, helpful, and informative staff were available and ready to answer any and all questions. Spent several hours and will definitely be coming back. I highly recommend checking this place out!

This a great little hidden gem for anyone who has even the slightest interest in model railroading. Several displays with running trains. It's self guides but there are plenty of the staff to answer questions and provide detailed info on the displays. Well worth the modest entrance fee. There are things to do for the Littles in your group too.

We thoroughly enjoyed our first time visiting the Traintastic museum. The displays are great to look at and very detailed. The staff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable and more than willing to take a few minutes to talk about the wonderful work on display. We will definitely be back.

Well if it's roadside attractions you want to see, then this is a must do. It's literally a big chaircin a parking lot. Easy pull in. Grab a photo. Take the kids.

We normally drive out of our way to see The World’s Largest anything and The World’s Largest Rocking chair was definitely worth the drive. The huge chair is thirty-five feet tall and built exactly like the furniture manufactured by the company. Being on the Mississippi Gulf Coast it is designed and reinforced to withstand hurricanes and is great fun to see and take pictures in front of.

Who knew this was a thing?! 😆 Well now we know. Check it out, have a good laugh, take a picture. 😎

This is exactly what you expect a huge rocking chair in a parking lot. Much bigger that we expected, great advertising!!

Beautiful !! The area was nice and clean ! Definitely was a great experience

Definitely a cool spot, I wouldn't get off the interstate to check it out, but if you're in the area that is fine. Nice picture opportunity.

Interesting roadside attraction if you are in the area. Unfortunately the store wasn't open when we stopped.

Great spot to highlight local artists! There are signs on the doors downstairs to call if you need assistance getting in, but I am not sure how they would get upstairs to see the gallery. Everyone was nice and friendly and all of the artwork was beautiful.

Had a pottery class with the very talented gerrol benigno. It was a ton of fun and informative:) def check it out, plus they have exhibits from the artist on display

Beautiful and charming space that honors local artists. A hidden gem all should visit while in town.

Lovely and quaint. Local artists are supported here and there are classes that are taught, too.

Loved it!! Actually decided to get a Christmas gift or two from there. Excellent displays and talent from the artist. Pleases me to support the blessing it is. Differently going back.

My grandson and I visited the art center Sunday afternoon. We looked at the artwork, pottery, homemade quilts (which were so beautiful),and we saw the airplanes that were made from aluminum cans. Great trip

This place has beautiful art for sale. I didn't buy any but it was fun to look at.

My wife did the entire course (1,2,3) and she loved it! It was her first time zip lining and she was definitely nervous. She was so glad she did it though! It took about 3 hours on the actual course! So if you’re not doing it or follow them on the trail definitely bring something to do.

The staff was helpful and friendly. Our reservation began promptly. The guide was very nice. My daughter’s birthday adventure was great. When my niece didn’t feel well at the end they made sure to take her to harness cabin quickly , provide her with water, and made sure she was okay. We’d definitely return here.

The exuberant and knowledgable staff made what may otherwise seem a daunting, perhaps impossible course, a fun experience for all involved. Our group consisting of myself, my 10 and 11 year old, and there cousin stayed aloft in the treetops for about a 2 hour challenging and fun course. I would recommend the experience to any up for the challenge. Shorter less demanding courses are available so no matter the price point or skill level there is a package for you.

What a great experience!! My first time zip lining and everyone was not only patient as I had a small panic attack at the first small zip line but courtesy and caring. Waited until I was ready and talked me through it. I would definitely come back. Thanks to Noah for saving me when I was a turtle on my back and needed help! All the staff were amazing!!

I took my son to this zip park and he loved it. Although it rained the guide continued to move foward. We were out getting wet and I think that made it more fun for the both of us. It's truly an adventure for a 6year old. And we will definitely be going back.

The team was amazing and the course was great. I loved that we weren't babied...they taught us how to do it, then gave us freedom to learn and do on our own. My boys (8, 11) both loved it...and I got one heck of a workout!

I've been twice now, this past time my wife and I did the 3 hour course. There wasn't anyone else in our slotted time so it took us less than 2 hours. Our guide Jeremiah was great and we had a blast! Some of the obstacles were tough but the ziplines were amazing. We went in the morning since it was in August, so the temperature wasn't too bad. The picture is from the tallest Zipline overlooking the area, it crosses over the road.

Loved it. We had a blast and spent a couple of hours enjoying mini golf, ice cream, and arcade games. Not far from highway, beach, or hotels. Good parking on both sides, the mini golf has a designated side so it doesn't jam up the parking for the ice cream area and quick stop. The mini golf area has benches to sit on here and there. There are drink stands to put your drinks on when it's your turn and plenty of shade with misting fans to keep things cool during summer heat. Prices were good and the arcade machines include air hockey, skee ball and other fun games.

This place was super cool! We had such a blast even though it was hot. The owners set misters around the course to cool everyone off and we used them frequently. There are also benches along the way for those who need to frequently sit. The sounds of the waterfall and nature is very grounding and relaxing. We met the owner and she was very sweet, welcoming, and helpful. I would definitely return and have already recommended to my family and friends.

My parents came to town and we came to have a fun afternoon of mini golf. The prices weren’t bad and the course was very clean. We had a lot of fun, played 2 times and came back about a week later. So much fun!

Me and my family came here looking for a fun evening and it did not disappoint. From very affordable games, golf and drinks. The course was very clean and played great. The staff was amazing. Do not let the entrance confuse you, this place is great for little ones, and big ones!!

Michelle greeted us as we entered and from there we were hooked. She was so friendly and welcoming that our visit was perfect. She gave me the military discount which was a very nice touch and much appreciated. The facility was super clean and all of the holes were fun. All of the holes were a bit challenging but not enough that kids would lose interest. The turf on the holes was new and in good order. The tropical bird soundtrack added a nice touch along with the cooling mist stations. I’ll be back! Thanks again Michelle for the wonderful first impression.

Well kept greens. Beautiful scenery and bird sounds. Fans to keep cool. Places to sit along the path. Best putt putt ever!

A great little putt putt golf and arcade. A quick game that is fun and easy for kids. Very well maintained. Arcade can be played on a per game cost or for flat rate for one hour ($22). The front building houses a mini mart with drinks, snacks, and snow cones. Prices are reasonable and Bananas is a good alternative to the expensive mega arcades in nearby towns. We were done in about an hour.

This was open on Sunday. It looks and feels privately owned. The galleries are well thought out and organized. The interactive flight simulators on computers was fun. The Mississippi aviators were well represented - men & women. The space program is also considered. Then Vietnam exhibit was well done too. So much to see in a small and friendly place. VERY UNDER MARKETED. Go see it!

Where do I begin with this museum? Do not let the size of the building deter you from visiting. There is so much memorabilia and history. Mr Francisco ( the director) has put so much love and effort into bringing the gulf coast such an amazing treasure. He takes pride in his work and you can tell that everyone who is active in helping make this museum the place that it is also takes pride in their jobs. The museum is active with the community on several different occasions each year and tries to make the experience not only an enjoyable one but a memorable one. The admission prices are more than reasonable considering the amount of time you can spend here. If you love history, this is definitely your go to place. Come out and let these guys give you a welcoming and educational day!

Kate (21) : Went to the aviation museum with the family, it was very interactive, had something for everyone to do, from ages 2 - 42 ! The flight simulator was a huge hit! We also learned how to make super fast paper airplanes and the whole family loved it! Thank you Francisco!! Rhett (4) : I like it lots. Ivy (8) : I loved the aviation museum so fun we got to explore the planes and make paper airplanes. It is the best, go try it and have fun. Mr. Francisco thank you so much we loved it sooooo much. Heidi (11) : Loved it so much, there were so many things to do, and there were lots of display air planes, two jeeps, and a helicopter to explore! We even got to race our airplanes.

This is a great place. Lots of information and interactive displays. The owner has a passion for aviation and education. This is a must see place!

My sister and I took my grandkids, 8 & 5 yrs old. They loved it as did we. They were able to sit in planes, jeeps and space shuttles. They flew paper airplanes. They flew and landed simulated cessnas. They ran races with parachutes to learn about drag. They saw many different medals, model planes, model aircraft carriers, uniforms and more. So much to see and do. And the staff are amazingly friendly and knowledgable. If you love planes you need to go check it out. Reasonably priced and they do group tours. Thank you Francesco, my grands loved visiting the museum and cant wait to go again.

I had no idea this was in our own backyard. I knew it was there, but the amount of exhibits and wealth of knowledge is phenomenal. All ages will enjoy!!!

We had the most fantastic time with our family today at the Aviation Heritage Museum and we were so pleasantly surprised by the entire experience! Francisco greeted us and was so helpful and informative with all that the museum had to offer. Our 3 kids ages 12, 10, and 7 were all completely enamored by all the hands on exhibits and activities from airplanes they could climb inside to STEM projects and experiences. Francisco told us about an amazing camp they offer for summer and we are so excited for our kids to attend! Thank you for a great day, we can’t wait to come back!

Nice place for people who like murals .. quick walk from the parking lots... I guess there are some more murals on the other end of the alley, which I missed but noticed when driving that side of the road.

What a neat experience! I love that the city took it upon itself to preserve this alley and let local artists put their stamp on it. It’s a truly immersive urban experience—a feast for the eyes, with so much creative art to see. ​Just be prepared for the full sensory experience of an active city alley; it comes with its own unique aroma and a few local characters. It's so authentic you can practically taste the city, but you might want to bring a clothespin if you're sensitive! ​It would be even better if they added a plaque or a history marker to explain the story behind the art.

Great place to hang out when in Gulfport! You can stroll down the alley and check out the cool artwork, bars and restaurants. Check the website to see if there will be live music during your visit. Enjoy the lights at night and take a few pics with friends and family to help capture the time spent with loved ones!

Fishbone Alley didn't really have the atmosphere that i would have expected. There was some nice street art, my favorite was definitely the one pictured in this review. It was supposedly a vibrant social hub, but to me it seemed empty and a little trashy. I may or may not be extending this review with this last sentence to see if i can make it 200 characters or more. I am.

A wonderfully art-filled alley almost hidden in beautiful historic Gulfport.

Fishbone Alley is a vibrant, pedestrian-only alleyway nestled between 26th and 27th Avenues in downtown Gulfport. Once a neglected space, it has been transformed into a cultural hotspot adorned with colorful graffiti, original murals, and reclaimed brick. The alley’s brick streets date back to the early 20th century, adding to its historic charm.  Visitors can enjoy live music while strolling through this historic alley amid rows of downtown shops. The area is known for its unique atmosphere and is a popular spot for both locals and tourists.  Fishbone Alley is open 24 hours a day, making it a convenient stop at any time

small alley, looks very neat and nice. though could've made it even better. Since the alley is filled with pubs and cafes, i bet it look nice at evening or night...

My son went to this theater to make friends and learn acting. He paid for shirt and video disc, and never received it for a year! He got scammed and the chairwoman wouldn't give back money. If you take your kids to this theater, never buy their merchandise!

i acted at this theatre for a few shows a few years ago. i'd just like to say that what i experienced here has made me develop severe social anxiety and i was quite literally traumatized. i think about what happened to me here, nearly 3 years ago, and still cry remembering the panic attacks i had. the producer, lori, scared me away for good and i wouldn't recommend this place to anybody considering playing in one of their productions. i know several other people scared off by the staff team, as well. it's just.. not a very good place. and to lori, i dont know what i ever did to you to make you hate me so much but i hope you know i have generalized anxiety disorder now and still bring these events up to my therapist. thanks! <3

Quality performances from a historic theatre group. Gulfport Little Theatre (GLT as it's affectionately known) has something for everyone at any age and has been entertaining the Gulf Coast for 70+ years!! Children and adults work together to create and perform making stories come alive on stage. As a Theatre Mom I can attest to the self confidence that participating in The Arts brings... that's my daughter in red jumping up and down on the set of Bye-Bye Birdie.

When they give you a contract saying that you will pay for both video disk and shirt, don't do it! Because they either take five months or won't give you the disc at all! Furthermore, everyone at that theatre is two-faced. They will they you that you're their friend when they're actually cheating you out of your hard-earned money! I witnessed it!

Gulfport Little Theater is a beautiful stucco building on a corner address. The parking area is well lit. What makes this such a special place to see a community theater production is the welcoming all volunteer staff. You can purchase popcorn, cold drinks, and a slice of pizza to enjoy during the performance. They also sell mixed drinks. You would do yourself a favor, to catch the next performance of a play held here.

An extraordinary institution promoting the performing arts on the Mississippi Gulf Coast! I've attended numerous performances and events and have enjoyed them. Keep up the great work!

We called ahead to get tickets for the Secret Garden which was supposed to be running from June 22nd - July 1st, but when we go there an hour before the show ( which is what they said for us to do ) no one was there. We waited for 40 minutes to make sure we didn’t hear wrong and it was actually a half hour before, but no one was there. I’m extremely disappointed in the false advertising of this production.

It was a small theatre and most of the actors were very good in their roles. The theatre was not as clean as I am used to seeing. Concessions were near the stage. We enjoyed the production of an Edgar Allen Poe play.

Wow wow wow this local theatre had me fall completely in love with it the first show I seen🤗 It was a great date night! They also have a concession stand. The offer shows for kids and adults. I signed my daughter up and now she does some of the children’s play and she loves it. If you are wanting to try something new come see a play! It’s a completely different experience. 10 out of 10

The theatre is small and intimate. Not a bad seat in the house! The aroma of popcorn coming from the small concession area filled the room, adding to the cozy feeling of a small theatre! Four Old Broads was a cute play.

This is a store front in a strip mall. The play was very good. The staging was good. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Would definitely go again if ever in the area. They serve soft drinks and alchohol and some snack foods.

my husband and I came tonight to see the Steel Magnolias performance and had a great time! small theater with comfortable seating, a concession stand and bar. they even had speciality theme drinks that matched the play. very reasonably priced, two beers + popcorn for $8. more importantly, the actresses put on a great show! we will definitely come back for another production.

I cannot believe some people are giving 1-3 star reviews with no explanation. I had a great time! I was originally planning on seeing legally blonde in mobile but I was feeling lazy so I suggested we switch plans and go see little shop of horrors put on by downstage here in town. And I have ZERO regrets! The stage and theater were tiny, but the performance was great! I’ve never seen a play in such a small space (the chairs are very comfy so don’t let that put you off) even when I was going to high school plays but besides being slightly worried about that when I walked in I have to say it didn’t hold them back! The show was 2 hours long and when I got out I was like no way it was 2 hours long! But it was I just didn’t noticed because it was a great time! My favorite part was the father son song. I am honestly disappointed that there is nothing else on the schedule this year for me to see! Also just putting this out there I don’t know a single soul that was in this show or affiliated with it. I’m just honestly thankful for a great experience without having to leave town!

I watch theatre from all levels of production. I love local community theatre, it's the heartbeat of theatre in any area. I'm not from MS and don't know anyone involved, I watched Little Shop of Horrers, had a great time. Took wife and daughter. Talented actors, good singing, unique directing choices that paid off, well worth the price of admission. Will take my little kids to Elf Jr. next weekend.

Informational. Would be great for field trips. Lots of hands on exhibits. Good live shows. PA system could be better. Can't really understand what they're saying.

This park has so much potential. Yes, kids will get to touch starfish, stingrays, hermit crabs, birds, and see dolphins, sea lions, and learn about rehabilitation & conservation. The only extreme downside was barely hearing speakers during all the shows & the lack of crowd interaction. We could barely hear the speaker in the dolphin, sea lion, and sting ray talk and because people couldn’t hear, others started talking loudly over the speaker in all shows. To the manager, I recommend updating your sound system and having a live speaker speak to the audience during the dolphin show. There was very little interaction with the audience & people/children lost interest quickly in both shows.

We had an amazing time! We made great memories! The dolphin and seal show was adorable, it was all very educational & our kids were enthralled by getting to touch sea creatures such as starfish and manta rays! Highly recommend!!

An awesome animal experience park tucked back in a corner off the beaten path in Gulfport that you may not know about. We took some family members from the coast who had never been there. From what i understand this was a rebuild of the aquarium that used to be located on hwy 90 during the 80s/90s & if so I have pics of me & my dad there as a child. Anyhow, This was my 2nd time to visit. There is a dolphin & sea lion show, bird show, aviary w/feeding sticks available for purchase, sting ray bay, a tour train that will ride you around the park, an outdoor play area, cafe & gift shop, photo ops, & in the discovery center there are some informational & historic artifacts available to view as well as an aquarium room with small sting ray bay in the back & a room where they have someone bring out a small alligator & a milksnake & discuss the animals to the audience. I really enjoyed going here with my children & family & can see visiting again in the future. The admission price is a good value to me as well at a reasonable $17/adult & $15/child 3-12. Also, they offer multiple animal experience opportunities that are very reasonable. All of the information I found was located on their website.

This is a super nice place. Very nice and friendly people. Shows are good. Real American 🇺🇸 federal government and state government organizations. Open to public and children. Very nice .

I wanted to love it more than I did… I remember visiting years ago when they were still on the gulf and was excited to share it with the grandkids. What they get right - the touch pools, the ray pool, the aviary and the educational areas. The young man working the touch pool area was very informative. Areas that are a bit lacking - while the shows looked great, the acoustics and speaker systems are really bad. We couldn’t hear a word they said. There was also very little crowd interaction during the shows, and the little ones all got restless. I second a previous review-invest in better sound and acoustics. Also, we were only able to see the dolphins and sea lions during the shows. It would’ve been nice to have a way to watch them longer in the pools. Concessions and gift shop were overpriced, even for a tourist trap.

TERRIBLE! Most of the main attractions were closed, even the main touch pool in the discovery room! It didn't even make any sense and the employee was very rude about it. My poor 2 year old daughter couldn't even reach the sting rays in the ray pool, so I was excited that she could reach them a little better, but she came over and told us we couldn't put our hands in the water. Like what??? That was the only thing for her to do! The train was closed too so all of us who are disabled had to walk all the way over there for no reason basically. Then we were excited to see the dolphin and sea lion shows and they were horrible! I remember how great they were when I was a child and was excited for my daughter to see the shows. They were SO boring and she wanted to leave immediately. Kids don't care about facts about animals. She wanted to see them jump and hit the balls and go through the hoops! We were all SO disappointed! I want a refund. That was A HUGE waste of money. Do better.

Really great park. This place has hosted many tournaments that we have attended and we really love it there. My daughter's team also practices there twice a week. Really well maintained facility.

In for world Series. Over 95° and concession stands out of water!! How does that happen? Like whoever plans this.. needs better planning. Bathrooms not working and no AC. No covers on stands..concessipn stand prices high as hell. For the amount of money we pay to get in.. you'd think this place would be better. Worst world series experience ever.

These are nice fields but the price they charge for entry to a little league game is absolutely absurd. $30/day for two people is nothing short of extortion. The City of Gulfport requires the park to pay them $3/person for entry. This is absolutely ridiculous. Must be a bunch of Democrats running the city. I hope I never come to this place again!!!

It seems like a great place to go for baseball, yet we were there for soccer and it seemed like that portion of the facility wasn’t as well maintained or kept up. Bathrooms were a little on the dirty side. We were there to play an 8:00pm game and the lights were not working, only at the soccer fields, baseball fields were fully lit.

No scoreboards!!! But it's a nice environment, really big jus need more shade n scoreboards. An it 10.00 a head 9yrs n under free but if u hv kids more than over 9yrs old that a lil to much per person beings we are from out of town an it's really costly these days already. Other than these few minor details it's a nice place.

A very nice and well thought out planned and layout. Great fields. Good umpires.

Great place . Very well kept , great staff . Over all a great place.

We stopped in to the casino for a few hours while on a trip to New Orleans. Everyone was so nice and helpful. Casino was spacious and very clean. Loved the coffee bar/bistro. Be sure to sign up for the players card for perks and freebies. We look forward to visiting again, hopefully soon.

My go-to casino for best gaming offers, tier events, & complimentary entertainment with "acceptable" ups & downs on slots. Drink service is sometimes lacking ( up to an hour with no waiter, or waiters who hurriedly pass by "somewhere" in the area oblivious to players trying to flag them to order. Bars are available, but Im reluctant to leave my machines. However, self-serve soft drink stations are a plus. Buffets are sporadically, (not often enough), included in my monthly flyers. However, several food vendors offer a variety for purchase.

Great pools, both are beautiful on both sides of the road but the newer beach side with the swim-up bar is awesome. I don't gamble, so I just hang out at the pools for days while my husband is in the casinos. The Diner has pretty decent food and the cafe has really great sandwiches and desserts especially the raspberry lemon cheesecake cake. The rooms on the land side are okay the newer rooms on the ocean side are pretty modern and very nice.

I haven’t been to the Island view casino in 10 years. It’s so much better than I remember. I really appreciate the beach view casino being smoke free. The layout was nice. My husband and I were able to play the slot machines side by side. We had fun and will be back!!

I like Island view casino the hotels certain food restaurants are good like c&g on but the rooms they're good but no microwave. They don't bring water to the room or not giving a breakfast on their cards no type of meal on the card not only that you can sit down there and feed the machine all night but let us I'm not going to be racist but this is how it's working you can let Asians Chinese Indians are Caucasians when right after a black person get up off the machine. Names are being called to win anything the same names are being called for as I've been here the same every night the same names no new names. I think everyone should have a chance of being called to win something. So we as blacks need to come together and make sure that we're able to win as well. So all together, Island view gets a two-star rating from me..

Stayed here on a "sister" trip and had a great time. We've been several times. The staff is always helpful and friendly, but there were a few that really deserve extra kudos as they were especially helpful and kind including: at the buffet - Romaine the buffet host who was always smiling and was super nice; Christopher, the singing chef making omelets; and Joanat the buffet register was efficient and kind. Philomena working at the lobby bag check was very helpful when we went for a day in Ocean Springs, giving tips and even asking the following day how everything went. On our last night we were treated outstanding by Carson at Prime Cuts with a bubbly personality and great smile, at the same time, Troy was very professional and attentive. This is a great casino with wonderful staff. ,

We just went to drop a few coins in the slots. Buffet is awesome! Nice atmosphere, maybe a bit more air circulation to remove cigarette smoke.