Adventure On Every Corner
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are full of family-friendly attractions, from miniature golf, go-karts, and arcades to theme park rides, shopping, a local zoo, and a water park. Whether your crew wants big thrills like the Flow Rider at Waterville USA, trampoline dodgeball at The Factory or easygoing fun at The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center, you’ll find ways to entertain every age on Alabama’s Beaches during every season.
Browse Family Attractions Off the Sand on Alabama’s Beaches
Browse all amusement and entertainment options on Alabama’s Beaches to start planning your perfect vacation itinerary.
Browse Family Attractions Off the Sand on Alabama’s Beaches
Browse all amusement and entertainment options on Alabama’s Beaches to start planning your perfect vacation itinerary.
Gulf Shores Bike Rentals
Gulf Shores #1 Attraction with Over 1400 5-Star Reviews on Google! This will be the most fun you have on...
Flight Works Alabama
Spearheaded by Airbus and the State of Alabama, Flight Works Alabama is a comprehensive aerospace exhibition and education center, now...
AMC Classic Wharf 15
Experiencing a rainy day at the beach? Then come see the latest movie releases at AMC Classic Wharf 15. It...
Outer Limits VR Game Room
Outer Limits gives you the unimaginable experience of VR gaming along with the full thrill rides of each game. Explore...
Fat Daddy's Arcade
Fat Daddy’s Arcade in Orange Beach is one of the area’s top attractions for family-friendly entertainment, featuring more than 80...
Sand Castle University
Sand Castle University specializes in teaching the tricks to build awesome sand castles! We are a mobile business that comes...
Magni Gyroflight
Discover the thrill of flight over the beautiful white-sand beaches in a gyroplane. Unlike a typical tour flight, you get...
Alligator Alley
See over 700 alligators from hatchlings to mature adults, relaxing, sunbathing, courting, and nesting in their natural environment with an...
The Track Family Fun Park
The Track Family Fun Park in Gulf Shores features fun for the whole family with 6 go-kart tracks, Mini Golf...
Pirates Island Adventure Golf
Pirate’s Island offers a unique "Adventure Golf" experience for ages 3 to 93. Follow in the footsteps of notorious pirates...
Tee Off at the Wharf
Tee Off powered by Topgolf Swing Suite is a dining and entertainment venue that features golf-simulation games and a variety...
The Factory Gulf Shores
At The Factory, you can jump around on over 12,000 square feet of connected, world-class trampolines. But we are much...
Breakout Games
You have one goal: escape the room in under 60 minutes. You’ll solve puzzles, crack codes and find hidden items...
Tropic Falls
Tropic Falls at OWA includes 23 theme-park rides, all-new indoor water park with a convertible roof and outdoor wave pool—all...
Best Amusements & Entertainment Options by Age
There’s something for everyone on Alabama’s Beaches, no matter your interests or time of year. Whether you’re traveling with toddlers, teens, or any age in between, you’ll find lots of entertainment options, indoor attractions, and family-friendly things to do in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan.
Attractions for Toddlers & Preschoolers
The area offers plenty of fun attractions for young children to burn energy before nap time. Local Gulf Shores amusement parks like The Track offer toddler-friendly entertainment options, including the family track, kiddie karts, blaster boats, and lots of pint-sized rides. Waterville USA, boasts Wa-Wa World, a water playground exclusively for those under 42”, as well as the Fun Depot, which includes a merry-go-round and mini train ride. The Factory is another great option for young kids and features a designated toddler area in the trampoline courts for little ones to safely bounce around.
High-Energy Amusements for School-Age Kids
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach attractions, such as mini golf courses, arcades, and amusement parks, are perfect for elementary-aged kids. For hands-on engagement, book a beachfront class with Sand Castle University or an interactive, animal encounter at The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. Active kiddos will have a blast jumping and climbing at The Factory and flying down the waterslides at Waterville USA. If you prefer to stay indoors, Fat Daddy’s Arcade is the ultimate spot for nonstop fun, family-friendly competition, and prizes.
Thrills & Entertainment for Teenagers
Keeping teens entertained isn’t tough on Alabama’s Beaches as the area offers lots of unique experiences for older kids, including high-speed action, strategic team challenges, and daring adventures. If your teens are competitive, race go-karts down the multi-story levels in Gulf Shores at The Track, or challenge them to a round of bazooka ball at Arena the Next Level arcade in Orange Beach. Then, put their problem-solving skills to the test at a local escape room like Breakout Games or the Escape House at Waterville. Those seeking a little adventure will love soaring high above the shoreline on a helicopter or gyroplane tour.
Entertainment for Couples & Adult Groups
The fun along Alabama’s Beaches isn’t limited to the kids, as grownups will find plenty of adult-friendly activities. Tee Off at The Wharf combines sips and sports, offering private TopGolf simulators, delicious food, and craft cocktails in an elevated setting. Those seeking a hands-on activity will enjoy glassblowing a custom piece at The Hot Shop or molding a piece of pottery at The Clay Studio. Ride around the island in style with a Slingshot rental or e-bikes from Coyote Beach Sports, then head into the clouds and drop down to the beach with Skydive the Gulf.
Family Fun for All Ages
Alabama’s Beaches offer an array of attractions that appeal to people of all ages, making it easy for families to have fun together. The whole family will enjoy the array of activities offered at Adventure Island. This amusement park features mini golf, go-karts, kiddie rides, bumper boats, glow golf, and an impressive arcade. The Wharf is another fantastic spot, with shopping, dining, live music, and lots of family-friendly entertainment and events. When a break from the sun is needed, catch a movie at the AMC Classic movie theater in Orange Beach or the CMX Pinnacle 14 Theatre in Gulf Shores.

All About
Looking for something to do once you exit our amazing white-sand beaches? Miniature golf, dolphin cruises, bowling, ferry trips and horseback riding are just some of the fun to be had during Gulf Coast vacations. With arcades, a zoo, a water park, amusement parks and more you’ll find enjoyable activities for the entire family – from adults to children of all ages – all in one place. Browse the Gulf Coast family activities and attractions below and start planning the ultimate vacation now!
Plan More Fun for the Whole Family
Put these amusement and attraction spots on your beach vacation itinerary to experience the off-the-beach fun. Spots like Waterville USA and The Track allow guests to spend a high-energy afternoon with the family, while indoor attractions such as Jurassic Golf, Gulf Bowl, and Outer Limits Game Room offer a fun way to cool off. With so many exciting family attractions across the area, you may need to add a few extra days to your trip to experience them all!













