Family Adventures Start on Alabama's Beaches
Planning a family vacation is all about finding a destination where everyone can have fun. On Alabama’s Beaches, families can spend their days building sandcastles, exploring outdoor adventures, and enjoying kid-friendly activities along miles of sugar-white sand. From dolphin cruises to amusement parks and nature trails, there are endless ways to make lasting memories together on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
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Whatever your vacation style, Alabama’s Beaches have the perfect spot for you. Start planning by choosing your dates and group size, and explore the best vacation rentals in Gulf Shores, comfortable places to stay in Orange Beach, or the charming rentals of Fort Morgan. With verified listings, secure payments, and real support, there are plenty of reasons why you should book with us.
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If you’re ready for some family vacation fun, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are ready for you. Families with kids of all ages love to spend time here! Alabama's Gulf Coast has beaches with miles of sugar-white sand, clean waves lapping, and coastal breezes in the air. Beyond the beach, you’ll find so many amazing outdoor activities, and much more to see and do. Amusement parks, Gulf State Park, bicycle trails, golf, historic sites and shopping are only the beginning. Embark on a Foodie Getaway on Alabama Beaches to taste some of Alabama's best eats. We've even made finding lodging easier, as you can book a place to stay directly on our site! Take a look at our blogs for more ideas on how to spend your vacation.
The first step in planning your visit to Alabama’s Beaches is to order our free Vacation Guide! This guide is filled with vacation inspiration, including area activities and attractions, dining spots, lodging options, and more.
Family Vacation Itinerary Planning
Where to Stay for your Family Vacation
Where to Stay for your Family Vacation
In Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, you’ll find just the right lodging to call home. Whether you want the amenities of a full or limited-service hotel, the flexibility of a condominium or the individuality of a beach house, we’ve got it. Beachfront or not, large or small, you pick. Campgrounds and RV parks are popular here, too.
Where to Eat
Where to Eat
You can easily feed the whole family on Alabama’s Beaches, as our area is home to over 200 incredible restaurants. Several kid-friendly restaurants have playgrounds, sandpits, and games to keep the little ones busy while waiting for their food. Whether your crew wants fresh seafood, ice cream, or juicy burgers, they’ll find what they’re craving here in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. If you’re looking for a family food adventure, try one of our food trails, and let your taste buds take you on a delicious journey.
What to Do
What to Do
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach make daily beach trips easy, whether you are staying gulf-front, need public beach access, or want to rent chairs, umbrellas, and more. For some, simple things like floating on waves or dipping a crab net in the surf are the perfect way to spend the day. No matter what activities you choose on the beach, Alabama's beaches will show you why we are the perfect beach destination.
Attractions
Attractions
From mini-golf courses to the largest Ferris Wheel on the Gulf Coast, we’ve got family fun on a grand scale. Maybe your daredevil kids want to brave hairpin turns on the go-kart track. Or maybe testing their skill at dozens of arcade games is the thrill of choice.
Enjoy the Water
Enjoy the Water
Whether your kids want the action of skimboarding, foil or paddle boarding, or if lounging on a tube is the answer, the Gulf Coast is the perfect place for you. Beyond the beach, you’ll find water activity options ranging from jet ski and boat rentals to dolphin tours and sunset cruises. And of course, don’t forget the fishing! Orange Beach’s fleet of experienced charter captains loves seeing families reel them in.
Events
Events
Alabama’s Beaches offer family-friendly events and concerts throughout the year. Families can enjoy everything from local festivals to live performances at venues like The Wharf Amphitheater and community events along the coast, creating memorable nights of music and fun for all ages.
Family Vacation Planning Tips
Beach Safety
Beach Safety
Before you break for the beach, familiarize yourself with our beach flag warning system and review the rules and regulations for our public beaches. We also ask that you respect our shores and help protect our beloved natural resources during your visit.
What To Pack
What To Pack
Check out our what to pack list to ensure you are ready for your beach vacation to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Several local companies rent chairs, umbrellas, and beach toys. Many will even set up and take down the equipment for you, so all you have to do is enjoy a day by the water.
Beach Trip FAQs
Beach Trip FAQs
If you’re visiting Gulf Shores and Orange Beach for the first time, you may have several questions about the area, and we have answers! Before you travel to our sandy shores, look at these frequently asked questions about vacationing on Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
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