NCBC Gulfport, MS - Nearby Cities

    Gulfport is the second largest city in the state of Mississippi. The city has a population of 70,000 and is home to the US Navy Seabees. Gulfport is part of the Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, Mississippi Combined Statistical Area and is the co-county seat with Biloxi. The city covers 64 square feet and suffered some damage from Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Gulfport has since been rebuilding and is located just 2 miles from the NCBC Gulfport. The city offers a thriving community in which to live and work. Homes for sale in the area start at $119,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $499 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Days Inn and the Best Western Seaway Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $45. Local attractions include the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center which offers learning experiences for kids and adults through interactive displays and exhibits. The science museum offers educational opportunities through traveling exhibits that emphasize numbers and colors and the world in general. The center offers live performances of holiday favorites such as the "Polar Express" with train rides and breakfast included. The experience offers fun for the whole family.
    Long Beach is a city in Harrison County, Mississippi which has a population of 17,300 people. The town covers 10 square miles and sits on the Gulf of Mexico alongside nearby Gulfport and Biloxi. Long Beach started as an agricultural town in 1905 and was once based around the radish industry. Hurricane Katrina caused major damage in 2005, and the city is still recovering. Many restaurants and schools have returned and major casinos are planned to be built along the waterfront. The city is located just 2 miles from the NCBC Gulfport and offers a picturesque setting for new residents looking to relocate to the area. Homes for sale in the area start at $134,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $499 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Holiday Inn Express and the Courtyard Gulfport offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $93. Local attractions include the Katrina Archives which include many artifacts left after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina along the Gulf Coast. There is a traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian on American travelers and immigrants to the area as well as dozens of hurricane related items for viewing. The archives are located in the University of Southern Mississippi Coast library, so the facility also offers internet accessibility for visitors and students alike.
    Biloxi is a city of 45,000 residents and is the county seat of Harrison County. The city was once the third-largest in the state, but after Hurricane Katrina, it slipped behind Hattiesburg. Biloxi sits right on the Mississippi Sound and is located about 2 miles from the NCBC Gulfport. The close proximity to the base makes the city a popular destination for military families and civilians working at the base who want to a shorter commute. The economy is based primarily in seafood, gaming, and tourism. Houses for sale in the area start at $329,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $625 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Best Western Oak Manor and Suburban Extended Stay Hotel offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $116 a night. Local attractions include the Tullis-Toledano Manor which offers public tours of this historic home built in 1856. The home is an example of Greek revival architecture and it houses an historic museum and recreational area. Visitors can participate in a Biloxi Shrimping Trip which includes a 70 minute cruise with a fishing net thrown out and a chance to see what is caught in a real shrimping expedition. The cruise highlights one of the mainstays in the Biloxi economy with fresh seafood that is caught and prepared daily at local restaurants.
    Pass Christian is a city located in Harrison County, Mississippi with a current population of 6,500 people. The town covers 8 square miles and is part of the Gulfport-Biloxi, Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town gets its name from a nearby deepwater pass which was named for Nicholas Christian L'Adnier who lived on Cat Island in 1746. Prior to the Civil War, the town was a famous resort area and yacht club. The wealthy residents of New Orleans frequented the area. Located just 2 miles from the NCBC Gulfport, Pass Christian offers small-town charm for new residents looking to settle in the area. Houses for sale in the area start at $109,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $562 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Oak Crest Mansion Inn and the Days Inn Pass Christian offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $45 a night. Local attractions include several championship golf courses including The Oaks Golf Club which offers golfing enjoyment for all levels of players. Lessons and equipment rental are also available. The Lynn Meadows Discovery Center is also nearby and offers learning experiences for kids and adults through interactive displays and exhibits. The science museum offers educational opportunities through traveling exhibits that emphasize numbers and colors and the world in general. The center offers live performances of holiday favorites such as the "Polar Express" with train rides and breakfast included. The experience offers fun for the whole family.
    D'lberville is a city in Harrison County, Mississippi, just north of Biloxi which has a current population of 7,600 people. The town covers 5 square miles and is part of the Gulport-Biloxi, Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city got its name from an explorer, Pierre Le Moyne d'lberville who arrived in the area in 1699. In 1988, D'lberville officially became a city. The city is in the process of rebuilding after the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina and is conveniently located just 2 miles from the NCBC Gulfport. Houses for sale in the area start at $109,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $499 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Courtyard Biloxi and the Suburban Extended Stay Hotel offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $59 a night. Local attractions include the Tullis-Toledano Manor which offers public tours of this historic home built in 1856. The home is an example of Greek revival architecture and it houses an historic museum and recreational area. Visitors can participate in a Biloxi Shrimping Trip which includes a 70 minute cruise with a fishing net thrown out and a chance to see what is caught in a real shrimping expedition. The cruise highlights one of the mainstays in the Biloxi economy with fresh seafood that is caught and prepared daily at local restaurants.