Beauvoir
Biloxi, MS
The raised beach house where Jefferson Davis spent his last years, now a museum and presidential library across US-90 from the sand.
Beauvoir is a historic estate with a museum and presidential library in Biloxi on Mississippi's Gulf Coast (2244 Beach Boulevard). It was the home of Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederate States, on a site of about 52 acres (roughly 21 ha). The house has been restored to how it looked in 1889; the name means "beautiful view" in French.
The grounds include the Confederate Cemetery, with the Tomb of the Unknown Confederate Soldier and the grave of Davis's father, Samuel, the restored rose garden of Varina Davis, and the new Jefferson Davis Presidential Library and museum. Hurricane Katrina severely damaged the site in 2005; many structures have since been repaired and the gardens replanted, and conservation of the collection continues.
According to Fodor's, guided house tours run every half hour, and self-guided visits of the house and cemetery are possible; admission is charged. By its own account, the site is dedicated to the legacy of Davis and Southern soldiers. Check hours and admission before you go.
- Nearest town
- Biloxi, MS
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 30.3932, -88.9715
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Fox's RV ParkMotorhome stopover0 mi from BeauvoirMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · BiloxiMotorhome stopover1 mi from BeauvoirMotorhomes
- Boomtown RV ParkMotorhome stopover5 mi from BeauvoirMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
- KOA HolidayMotorhome stopover10 mi from BeauvoirMotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi
- RV CampgroundMotorhome stopover10 mi from BeauvoirMotorhomes
- Love's RV HookupMotorhome stopover13 mi from BeauvoirMotorhomes
All campsites in Mississippi · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Beauvoir?
Beauvoir is in Biloxi, MS, at GPS 30.3932, -88.9715. It is about 7 mi from Gulfport.
Can you camp near Beauvoir?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Fox's RV Park, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 14 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Beauvoir?
Beauvoir is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Mississippi Gulf Coast on US-90.
What is there to see near Beauvoir?
Places worth a stop nearby: Biloxi Lighthouse (4 mi), Downtown Ocean Springs (9 mi), Walter Anderson Museum of Art (9 mi) and Gulf Islands National Seashore, Davis Bayou (10 mi).
When is the best time to visit Beauvoir?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)