Overview
Bay St Louis is a resort town in Hancock County on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. Although it has the area's only casino, it is one of the quieter resorts.
3 sights · 2 things to do · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Bay St. Louis
Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast
Silver Slipper Casino Hotel
Casino on the gulf, with rooms, dining, and a pretty sensational pool. Age 21+ on property.
100 Men Hall
Historic African American jazz and blues venue.
Bay St. Louis Historic L & N Train Depot
Historic depot, where you'll also find Alice Moseley Folk Art & Antique Museum. upstairs inside train depot. Aside from paintings, there are Mardi Gras costumes and blues dioramas on display.
St Rose de Lima Church
Church with a lively gospel choir.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 91°F; winter lows dip to about 38°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jan and Jul. (climate data from nearby Gulf Coast)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- GPT Gulfport Biloxi International Airport, Gulfport — 18 mi away. Directions
- MSY Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans — 59 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast, Silver Slipper Casino Hotel, 100 Men Hall
- Afternoon Bay St. Louis Historic L & N Train Depot, St Rose de Lima Church
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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See
See Bay St. Louis Historic L & N Train Depot
Historic depot, where you'll also find Alice Moseley Folk Art & Antique Museum. upstairs inside train depot. Aside from paintings, there are Mardi Gras costumes and blues dioramas on display.
Do
Sleep
Stay Super 8 Bay St. Louis
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