Features & Amenities
Amenities vary by train.
This service is financed in part through funds made available by the State(s) of Louisiana, Mississippi and the City of Mobile, Alabama.
Amenities & accommodations vary by train.
Downloadable menus are updated regularly, but menu items and prices are subject to change and may be different from what is available onboard.
Take your small dog or cat along with you on the train. Before you go, learn more about the types of pets allowed, pet reservations and fares, approved pet carriers and additional details.
Amtrak Thruway Service offers connecting transportation to Pensacola, FL, and Montgomery, AL, from the Mardi Gras service. Amtrak takes care of booking and ticketing, so you can see more and do more on your trip.
Route Highlights
New Orleans, Louisiana
Before you hit Bourbon Street, hit the Big Easy's other big shots, like the National World War II museum where the sights, sounds and memories of the Greatest Generations remind us that freedom is not free.
Meander along the shady streets of the elegant Garden District. Then head back to the French Quarter for shopping, dining and world-class jazz that calls out from every open door and invites you in.
Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
From friendly folks to historic buildings, this unique city embraces the heritage of the Coastal Mississippi region.
Enjoy the Bay's white sand beaches with the family, explore downtown art galleries and antique stores for one-of-a-kind shopping, learn about the history of Bay St. Louis or indulge in the leisurely — and sometimes competitive — sports of golf and charter fishing with friends.
Gulfport, Mississippi
Family fun awaits in Gulfport. From marine life adventures, zip-lining tours through the coastal canopies, and an array of dining and entertainment options, Gulfport has something for everyone.
Take a fishing charter to some of the best spots or simply stroll around Gulfport's beautiful harbor and eclectic downtown area, featuring an ever-evolving public art scene in an old fishmonger's alley.
Biloxi, Mississippi
From gaming to dining to endless family-fun activities, seafarers and landlubbers never run out of things to do in Biloxi.
Enjoy 24/7 entertainment, take a stroll along white sand beaches, get your fill of fresh-caught seafood or choose from any type of cuisine among Biloxi's variety of outstanding restaurants.
Pascagoula, Mississippi
Mississippi's Flagship City boasts incredible antebellum architecture. Pirate Jean Lafitte, Andrew Jackson, Ulysses S. Grant, Zachary Taylor and Jimmy Buffet all spent time in Pascagoula and considered it home, a hideaway or a respite throughout the years.
Visit La Pointe-Krebs House, circa 1718, with a panoramic view of Krebs Lake or simply relax with a picnic at Beach Park for the day, overlooking the Mississippi Sound.
Mobile, Alabama
Step into Mobile, a city with a vibrant history that stretches back nearly 325 years — each chapter brimming with fascinating stories and timeless traditions. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel the energy of a place once hailed as the Paris of the South, where art, culture and celebration have long flourished along the Gulf Coast.
Here, centuries-old customs come alive in vibrant festivals, colorful parades and lively gatherings held throughout the year. In Mobile, you won’t just visit, you’ll become part of a rich, authentic experience that’s truly one-of-a-kind.
