Biloxi
Biloxi suits a relaxed Gulf Coast trip built around sandy beaches, fresh Gulf seafood, a historic lighthouse and a ferry out to barrier islands.
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Biloxi is a city in Harrison County on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It faces the Gulf of Mexico, with barrier islands sheltering the Mississippi Sound behind them. French colonists founded the settlement in the early 1700s, and the Biloxi Lighthouse on Point Cadet, completed in 1848, still stands on the waterfront. Shrimping and seafood remain part of local life, and casino resorts line much of the beachfront.
The main draws are the beach, fresh Gulf seafood and day trips by ferry to Ship Island, part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, where you can swim and walk around Fort Massachusetts. Hurricane Katrina hit the coast in 2005 and damaged much of it, and the city has rebuilt since, so check current conditions for the areas you plan to visit. Spring through fall is the warm season for swimming, and two or three days covers the main sights. Summer is also peak hurricane season, so watch forecasts if you travel then.
Biloxi in five
- Check hurricane season before you bookJune to November is Atlantic hurricane season on the Gulf Coast. Check the National Hurricane Center forecast before you book beach days or ferries, since storms can cancel them.
- Rent a car at Gulfport airportGulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT) is the closest airport, and most sights are spread along Highway 90. Book the car before you fly.Getting around
- Carry photo ID for the casinosMississippi casinos and bars require guests to be 21 or older and check ID. Bring a passport or driver's license, not a photo of it.
- Book the Ship Island ferry from GulfportFerries to Ship Island leave from Gulfport, not Biloxi. Check the Gulf Islands National Seashore schedule before you plan the day, and carry water and sun cover.
- Save offline maps before you leave the cityDownload maps for Biloxi and the coast road before you travel, so directions still work if your signal drops on the highway.Phones and eSIM
Need to know
- Currency
- US dollar (USD)
- Entry
- ESTA for most Visa Waiver visitors; others need a US visa Read more
- Emergency
- 911 police, fire or ambulance
- Tipping
- Expected in restaurants, bars and taxis; check for a service charge
- Time
- UTC-6 (Central), UTC-5 in daylight saving time
Weather by month
- Best
- JanuaryMild, quiet
- FebruaryMild, quiet
- MarchMild, spring
- AprilWarm, pleasant
- MayWarm, humid
- JuneHurricane season
- JulyHot, humid
- AugustStorm risk high
- SeptemberStorm peak
- OctoberWarm, fewer crowds
- NovemberMild, drier
- DecemberMild, holidays
Right now in Biloxi
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 25°
- Humidity
- 74%
- Wind
- 20 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 1%
Biloxi
02:36 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today25°19°1%Monday: Cloudy. High 25°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 1%.
- Tue27°19°26%Tuesday: Fog. High 27°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 26%.
- Wed27°21°25%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 27°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 25%.
- Thu28°19°2%Thursday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Fri26°17°11%Friday: Rain. High 26°, Low 17°. Chance of rain 11%.
- Sat26°16°7%Saturday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 7%.
- Sun26°14°10%Sunday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 10%.
Updated 01:57 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 EUR = 1.116 USD
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- New Orleansabout 1.5 to 2 hours by carJazz, Creole food and the French Quarter, best as a long day or an overnight.
- Ocean Springsabout 20 min by carA small waterfront town with galleries and restaurants along the coast.
- Ship Islandabout 1 hour by ferry from GulfportSand beaches and Fort Massachusetts in the Gulf Islands National Seashore.
Before you go to Biloxi
Rules for Biloxi, checked
- Travelers from Visa Waiver countries need ESTA before flying to the US; others need a visa. Check eligibility on the official ESTA site before you book.Source
- You must be 21 or older to gamble or buy alcohol in Mississippi. Casinos and bars check ID at the door, so carry your passport or driver's license.
Plan around Biloxi
The state, its Gulf coast and the rules for a coast trip
Read the guideAll of the USAEntry, money and travel basics across the country
Read the guideVisas and entryWho needs ESTA or a visa, and how to apply
Read the guideMoney and costsCards, cash and typical prices on the coast
Read the guideGetting aroundAirports, rental cars and routes along Highway 90
Read the guideWhere to stayBeachfront resorts, quieter streets and the bay side
Read the guideBiloxi FAQ
How many days do you need in Biloxi?
Two days cover the beachfront, a casino evening and a ferry to Ship Island if the schedule works. Add a day for Ocean Springs or a drive to New Orleans.
Is Biloxi worth visiting?
Yes, if you want Gulf beaches, casino resorts and seafood at a relaxed pace. It is less of a sightseeing city than New Orleans, so use it as a base for the coast and day trips.
When is the best time to visit Biloxi?
March to April and October to November, when days are mild and storm risk is lower. Hurricane season runs June to November, with the highest storm risk from August to October.
Do you need a car in Biloxi?
Most trips are easier with one, since the beachfront, Point Cadet and Ocean Springs are spread along the coast. Pick up the car at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport.
Is Biloxi safe for tourists?
Visitors mostly stay on the beachfront, near the casinos and along Highway 90. Stay alert at night and keep valuables out of parked cars.
How far is Biloxi from New Orleans?
Roughly 90 miles by Interstate 10, usually 1.5 to 2 hours by car depending on traffic. A car gives you the most flexibility for a two-city trip.