THE BELVEDERE BILOXI
your front door to the Gulf Coast
steps from your suite
The Belvedere sits in the heart of downtown Biloxi—a block from the beach, steps from acclaimed restaurants, and surrounded by a city with more history, art, and character than most people expect. These are the places we'd send a friend.
DINING
From Gulf-to-table seafood to acclaimed tasting menus
Gulf Coast fine dining in one of America's oldest homes, with a candlelit courtyard beneath a 2,000-year-old oak. Family-owned for over 60 years, specializing in locally sourced seafood and prime steaks.
Coastal farm-to-table dining by celebrated chef Austin Sumrall, housed in a striking 12,000-square-foot neoclassical mansion across from the beach. MICHELIN Guide recommended.
Upscale coastal seafood steamer and steakhouse in downtown Biloxi, blending Gulf flavors with thoughtful preparation in a modern, inviting setting. Known for jumbo crab cakes, lobster linguine, and ceviche.
New Orleans-inspired restaurant and bar serving Southern soul and farm-to-table fare in a converted 1955 American Legion hall. Open Wednesday through Sunday with weekend brunch.
Intimate, seasonal tasting-menu restaurant in downtown Ocean Springs led by Chef Alex Perry. MICHELIN Guide recommended, with a laid-back fine-dining atmosphere focused on locality and sustainability.
Upscale steakhouse inside the Beau Rivage resort with panoramic Gulf views, premium cuts, and an extensive wine list. Polished service in a classic fine-dining atmosphere.
ARTS
Museums, galleries, and a history that runs deeper than you'd expect
Frank Gehry-designed museum campus dedicated to George Ohr, the "Mad Potter of Biloxi." Five sculptural buildings dance among ancient live oaks on a four-acre waterfront site.
Cast-iron lighthouse erected in 1848, one of the first in the South and the only one sitting in the median of a major highway. Climb 57 spiral steps for panoramic Gulf views.
Interactive museum preserving Biloxi's shrimping and maritime heritage, with historic wooden boats, fishing artifacts, and the 30-foot Nydia sailboat built in Biloxi in 1898.
Colorful museum in downtown Biloxi showcasing elaborate Mardi Gras costumes, floats, and memorabilia from the Gulf Coast's own carnival tradition — one of the oldest in the U.S.
Stately antebellum estate on 51 landscaped acres fronting the Gulf of Mexico, with the restored main house, a presidential library, and museum collections spanning the 19th century.
Devoted to the visionary works of Walter Inglis Anderson, whose vibrant paintings of Gulf Coast wildlife and landscapes are considered among the finest American nature art of the 20th century.
Walkable historic downtown with over 200 independent galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. Home to Shearwater Pottery (nearly a century old), Hillyer House, and dozens of artist studios.
OUTDOORS
Barrier islands, schooner sails, and twenty-six miles of white sand
Twenty-six miles of white sand beaches stretching along the Gulf of Mexico, with the historic Beach Boulevard seawall and waterfront promenade perfect for morning walks or sunset strolls.
Passenger ferry to Ship Island, a pristine barrier island 11 miles offshore in the Gulf Islands National Seashore. The hour-long cruise often includes dolphin sightings, and the island has Fort Massachusetts, white-sand beaches, and crystal-clear water.
Sail aboard replica 65-foot Biloxi oyster schooners — the Glenn L. Swetman and the Mike Sekul — operated by the Maritime Museum. Two-and-a-half-hour cruises along the coastline with sunset options.
Multiple charter outfits depart from Biloxi's marinas for inshore, nearshore, and offshore Gulf fishing. Target species include redfish, speckled trout, snapper, cobia, and sharks depending on season.
SHOPPING
Handmade pottery, local art, and Southern coastal finds
The walkable blocks surrounding The Belvedere are home to a growing mix of boutique shops, local artisan vendors, and small galleries. The Finally Friday events bring open houses, specials, and a pub crawl monthly.
Renowned Ocean Springs gallery where fine art meets functional design — handmade jewelry, blown glass, pottery, and paintings by Gulf Coast artisans. A destination shop since 1970.
Nearly century-old pottery studio founded by the Anderson family, producing hand-thrown and hand-decorated ceramics inspired by Gulf Coast nature. The showroom and grounds are open to visitors.
Open-air community market with local produce, freshly baked bread, preserves, and handmade goods from Gulf Coast vendors. Seasonal availability — check schedules.
Eclectic Ocean Springs boutique specializing in one-of-a-kind finds — vintage goods, local art, quirky home decor, and curated gifts with a distinctly Southern coastal personality.
NIGHTLIFE
Blues clubs, casino theaters, and Gulf Coast after dark
Down-home Delta blues club co-owned by Morgan Freeman, with live music most nights, Southern eats, and an atmosphere that feels like you walked into a juke joint. Sunday brunch with live music.
AAA Four Diamond resort with a 24-hour casino floor, the 1,500-seat Beau Rivage Theatre hosting national touring acts, ten restaurants, dueling piano bar, spa, and Gulf-view pool.
Rock-and-roll-themed casino resort with a 1,500-seat concert venue, gaming floor, multiple restaurants, and a poolside bar scene. Regular lineup of national music acts and comedy shows.
Full-scale casino resort featuring Studio A (a premier concert venue), multiple dining options, and Chill lounge with regular local entertainment. Thirty-Two restaurant offers 32nd-floor Gulf views.
Boutique-scale casino with an upscale, intimate feel — 49 table games, poker room, cocktail lounges, live music, and comedy shows in a more refined setting than the mega-resorts.
Beachfront resort with the Landshark Bar & Grill on the water, live music, a rooftop pool deck, and sunset sails from the marina. The casino floor keeps the party going inside.
the Gulf Coast is calling
The best way to explore Biloxi is to stay a while. Book a suite at The Belvedere, and let us help you plan the rest—from dinner reservations to sunset schooner sails, we know the Coast and we're happy to help.
