Must-See & Must-Do on Alabama's Beaches
With dozens of family-friendly activities and coastal attractions in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan, you're sure to find something memorable for you and the whole family. From thrilling helicopter tours to waterparks to mini golf courses and historic sites, our shoreline offers a variety of fun outdoor adventures for those sunny Alabama days. We even offer unique rainy-day activities for the few rainy days we might encounter, ensuring your vacation plans stay on track.
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Breakout Games
You have one goal: escape the room in under 60 minutes. You’ll solve puzzles, crack codes and find hidden items...
History Museum of Mobile
The History Museum of Mobile is where Mobile’s story begins! Four sites - the History Museum of Mobile, Clotilda: The...
Alabama's Coastal Connection Scenic Byway
Beautiful beaches, authentic downtowns, wildlife preserves, historic sites and fresh-off-the-boat seafood are all yours to enjoy along Alabama’s Coastal Connection...
Colonial Fort Conde
The original Fort Condé was built in 1723 by French explorers. Under various colonial powers, it went by different names...
Gulf Bowl
This family owned and operated attraction has been providing fun since 1959. We are a 35,000 square foot family entertainment...
Foley Walking Tours
Looking for something FUN and FAMILY-FRIENDLY in Foley, AL? From ghost stories and railroad tales to pirate legends and pioneer...
Gulf Coast Arts Alliance
The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance is a non-profit organization with the purpose of expanding the arts in Gulf Shores and...
Downtown OWA
All the fun—none of the traffic. Inspired by Southern small towns, Downtown OWA's pedestrian-only streets are Coastal Alabama’s destination for...
The Hot Shop at The Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach
Since 2009, The Hot Shop has been Alabama’s premier hot glass blowing facility. We are an open facility so feel...
Mobile Museum of Art
The Mobile Museum of Art is the largest art museum along the Gulf Coast from New Orleans to Tampa. We...
Jurassic Golf
Welcome to Alabama's newest Glow-in-the-Dark Dinosaur Adventure! Featuring 18 holes of prehistoric Family Fun! This 5,000 square-foot mini-golf is located...
High Cotton Bath
High Cotton Bath Co. specializes in custom scented high quality bath, body, home and pet products. We offer over 60...
Orange Beach Veteran's Memorial Park
Orange Beach Veteran’s Memorial honors POW and MIA, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast...
RE:MEDY Recovery Studio
Welcome to RE:MEDY Wellness Studio, a family-owned destination for holistic wellness where we are committed to helping you achieve optimal...
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Action at The Wharf in Orange Beach
You won’t know what to do first at The Wharf in Orange Beach. For starters, the Wharf is home to one of the largest Ferris wheels in the Southeast. There are also laser tag, bazooka ball, and excursions from the marina. If you need a break from all that activity, sit back and enjoy live performances in the Wharf Amphitheater. Wherever you find yourself on the Wharf, there's enjoyment, dining, and entertainment waiting.
The Wild Side of Nature
Many people vacation to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach to enjoy not only our beaches, but also bear witness to our unique nature and exotic animals. The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is home to over 500 exotic animals including lions, tigers, primates, wolves and reptiles. You can even get close and personal with animals like kangaroos, lemurs, snakes and sloths.
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Local History
For the history expert, there are several Orange Beach Gulf Shores museums.Visit the historic Fort Morgan for historical tours or marvel at the massive antique ship at USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park.
Slides Rule
With names like Triple Dog Dare, Jet Stream and Screamin’ Demon, you know some serious water slides are waiting, and Waterville USA delivers with high-speed thrills. Slow it down on a lazy river, challenge the wave pool or channel your inner dude on a surfboard. Separate children’s areas include Wa Wa World, while landlubbers enjoy mini golf, a rollercoaster, go-karts and an Escape House.
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Steer into excitement at The Track Recreation Center, featuring go-karting, bumper boat rides and the heart-stopping Skycoaster which simulates skydiving (but with a safety harness) and reaches speeds of 70 mph.
For kids and the young at heart, the sheer joy of jumping is multiplied at The Factory, whose indoor trampoline park covers 12,000 square feet. But there’s much more for those who came to play – trapezes, slides, foam pits, dodgeball, arcade games and flight simulators.
Groups and families up for a little friendly competition can tee off on one of many mini-golf courses in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
Migrations at Gulf State Park
Bird-lovers from across the country also flock to the Gulf Coast to enjoy the different Orange Beach and Gulf Shores birds. The Alabama Coastal Birding Trail features several bird-spotting locations including the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, which has recently been extended and now winds more than 27 miles through Orange Beach to the pristine sands of Gulf State Park (where you will find the Pier, the perfect place to cast a line for some Gulf Shores fishing). The Branyon area is one of the last intact maritime forests in coastal Alabama and an important stopping point for millions of migrating birds each spring and fall. Keep your binoculars handy for everything from tiny hummingbirds to majestic herons.
