Bay St. Louis may be small, but it’s packed with charm, flavor, and coastal fun. Whether you’re craving fresh Gulf seafood, planning a sandbar day on Bayou LaCroix, or looking for live music under the oaks, this guide is your insider map to the best of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Start your day with coffee from Mockingbird Café, grab shrimp tacos at The Blind Tiger, and end the evening with oysters and sunsets at 200 North Beach. For cocktails, wander to The Sycamore House or Tripletails — both just minutes from Old Town.
Launch your boat at the Harold Hamrick Bayou LaCroix Public Boat Launch, only a few minutes from Took the Bayt. Spend the day cruising the Bay St. Louis sandbar, fishing the Jourdan River, or watching dolphins near the bay bridge. Don’t forget your camera — the sunsets here are legendary.
Downtown Old Town Bay St. Louis is full of art galleries, boutiques, and live music. Check out the Second Saturday Art Walk, Crab Festival, and holiday events throughout the year — there’s always something happening along the Gulf Coast.
Families love the splash pad at the harbor, Buccaneer State Park, and ice cream at Creole Creamery. Took the Bayt is just a quick drive from all the best kid-friendly spots in town.