8 Great Secret Things to Do in Ocean Springs Mississippi * US Gulf Coast Travel
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Our favorite secret things to do in Ocean Springs Mississippi include savoring spectacular oak trees and sunsets, romantic experiences, seeing amazing art, and much more.
Ocean Springs is a stellar small beach town in Coastal Mississippi, a 90 minute day trip from New Orleans and an hour from Mobile Alabama. Washington Avenue through downtown Ocean Springs is the most romantic street along the US Gulf Coast. Disagree? That is OK-let me know which street you think is more romantic.
For starters, Ocean Springs Washington Avenue is draped with dozens of gorgeous southern live oak trees.
Washington Avenue is also lined with locally owned and operated small businesses, including art galleries, clothing stores, restaurants, bakeries, and more. One of the best US Gulf Coast art museums is on Washington Avenue and a few blocks after that you hit Front Beach and one of the best spots to watch US Gulf Coast sunsets.
And that is just Washington Avenue. There are many other streets and amazing things to do in Ocean Springs Mississippi.
Perhaps you are an Ocean Springs aficionado and already know all that.
Whether you are (and do) or are visiting for the first time, here are our favorite 8 secret things to do in Ocean Springs MS.
Secret Places to Stay in Ocean Springs
The Avenue Suite at the Inn at Ocean Springs is a wonderful secret romantic spot to stay in Ocean Springs. It is the second suite behind Bright Eyed Brew, steps from Washington Avenue yet tucked away for quiet moments and a romantic retreat.
While we love the proximity of the Avenue Suite to Washington Avenue, just a couple of blocks away is one of the most romantic hotels in North America. There, at The Roost, we suggest the Monarch Suite with its incredible spacious shower and 200-year-old antique bath tub.
Another favorite secret place to stay in Ocean Springs in Front Beach Cottages. There are four separate themed cottages and we enjoyed staying in the cottages named Key West and Bellande.
For more incredible Ocean Springs lodging, see our 7 Best Places to Stay in Ocean Springs Mississippi
Seeing Spectacular Oak Trees is One of the Best Things to Do in Ocean Springs Mississippi
Now that we have a special place to stay in Ocean Springs out of the way, the next order of business is seeing the magnificent trees there. As you can see above, the oaks along Washington Avenue are majestic, beautiful, and love showing off for visitors.
While driving through the oak tree tunnel is always a thrill, be sure to park and explore Washington Avenue. I love that the sidewalks are uneven and mangled by the oak tree roots. That creates another opportunity for a romantic Ocean Springs moment-hold your partner’s hand so that neither of you trip on the uneven areas.
Government Street (the other main Ocean Springs downtown street) and surrounding streets offer prime chances to see more phenomenal live oak trees. It is such a wonderful area to stroll.
But our favorite Ocean Springs tree is the Ruskin Oak. The Ruskin Oak is several hundred years old and located on a private residence on Ruskin Avenue. Please make sure you admire the tree from the street, PLEASE!, and not trespass on their property.
Other secret places in Ocean Springs to see outstanding oak trees include Lover’s Lane, Evergreen Cemetery (see below), along Front Beach, and Gulf Hills.
One notable downtown Ocean Springs secret spot is the giant oak tree outside Mosaic. Note how the building with Lee Tracy Boutique was built around the tree.
Walter Anderson Museum of Art
The museum itself is one of the most popular things to do in Ocean Springs but there is so much to see at Walter Anderson Museum of Art (WAMA). And much of it is new. I bet you have not seen it all and there are surely some secrets at WAMA that you did not know about.
WAMA recently completely a building renovation and now can display its extensive inventory to the public through clear protective glass. It is fascinating to see items on display on the floor as well as see what is happening behind the scenes.
Also, another potential secret, look up at the ceiling windows. The museum recently upgraded them to filter sunlight in order to protect the fragile artwork.
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See also our 51+ Coastal Mississippi Hidden Gems in Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Originally published at https://usgulfcoasttravel.com on June 15, 2022.
