Several beaches in Mississippi and parts of Alabama are close enough for a day trip. You can get to the closest beach in Florida in about 3 hours, depending on traffic.
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For a coastal escape that offers more than just sand, sun, and surf, consider Gulfport. With a vibrant art scene, lively entertainment district, and plenty of delicious local restaurants where you can have a great meal, there's plenty of reasons to make Gulfport, Mississippi your next vacation destination.
As a state, Mississippi is a treasure trove of small towns and undiscovered gems. The capital of Jackson is by far the state’s most populous place, but outside of that mid-sized city, Mississippi is all about smaller communities. The town of Gulfport, located on the state’s Southern coast abutting the Gulf of Mexico, falls somewhere in between.