Gulfport is Mississippi's seaport on the Gulf of Mexico and the sister city of Biloxi. What began as a lumber port, is now a popular location for water sport events such as the "World's Largest Fishing Rodeo", and speedboad races. With 6.7 miles of white sand beaches, Gulfport is also a Southern beach vacation destination. Golfing, shopping and historic neighborhoods are also some of the activities and attractions in Gulfport -- as well as the casinos in nearby Biloxi.

The Gulfport-Biloxi airport is located in Gulfport.