The Biloxi Tour Train in Biloxi, Mississippi has the job of educating those that want to learn more about one of the United State's oldest cities.& It is known as the Shrimp Train by the locals and provides guests from around the world with an experience that is thorough, interesting and one that allows questions to be answered. The Biloxi Tour Train is an open air train that visits various historical locations throughout the city. It has been operational since the 1970's.
This 90 minute train ride is narrated and goes through Biloxi's well known Historical District. It starts with the Biloxi Lighthouse and then moves on to the neighborhoods surrounding this, where 18th and 19th century architecture is put on display. Visit the Old People's Bank dating back to 1896 and the Ancient Oaks at Tullis Manor, for example. Guests will be able to get out, walk around and enjoy a first hand look at much of these historical areas.
Although the Biloxi Tour Train is back up and running, it was out of service after Hurricane Katrina hit in August of 2005. At that time, much of Biloxi was lost to the hurricane including some of the locations that the Tour Train once visited. One of those was the beloved Tullis Toledano Manor home, dating back to 1856 which was a gift of New Orleans's resident, Christobal Toledano to his new bride. It was completely lost after Katrina's strike.
Nevertheless, much of the city has been restored and the Biloxi Tour Train is functional, providing guests with a unique experience of the treasured location.
