Attractions in Gulf Shores
Adventure Island
24559 Perdido Beach Boulevard
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 974-1500
Website: www.adventure-island.com
Mini-golf, bumper boats, simulators (roller coaster), super and kiddie go-kart tracks, 100 arcade games. See the Volcano erupt nightly!
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
1204 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-5731
Website: www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org
Explore the natural habitats of more than 250 animals. Elevated viewing decks offer close-up viewing of everything from alligators to wallabies, plus Reptile House, Aviary, Petting Zoo, Gift Shop, Concessions, shaded picnic area.
Alligator Alley
19942 County Road 71
Summerdale, AL 36580
(251) 946-2483
Website: www.gatoralleyfarm.com
Come feed the alligators in their natural setting or watch our crew feed the gators daily at 4:00 p.m. See world record alligator, Captain Crunch! Open 7 days a week. 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Baldwin County Heritage Museum
25521 Highway 98
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 986-8375
Preserving the county's rural heritage in a rambling buildings that resemble a turn-of-the-century barns. A working windmill and several outdoor agricultural exhibits.
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd.
Theodore, AL 36582
(251) 973-2217
Toll Free: (800) 247-8420
Website: www.bellingrath.org
Located on tranquil Fowl River, enjoy 65 acres of landscaped beauty, the Bellingrath Museum Home and a cruise aboard the Southern Belle River Cruiser.
Biophillia Nature Center
12695 County Road 95
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 987-1200
Website: www.biophilia.net
Come see carnivorous plants, wildflowers, plant and butterfly nurseries, turtles, forests, and nature library/bookstore with the resident biologist of this private 20-acre ecological restoration project.
Bird of Paradise
3190 Airport Drive
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 609-2043
Toll Free: (866) 687-8359
Website: www.866mustfly.com
The Bird of Paradise takes flying to a new level…providing adventurous passengers open cockpit flights and romance of yesterday.
Bon Secour Wildlife Refuge
12295 State Hwy. 180
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 540-7720
Website: www.fws.gov/bonsecour/
Refuge has 4-5 miles of hiking trails and beach access. Open from sunrise to sunset. Office hours: 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday.
Cobb Pinnacle 14 Theatres
3780 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 923-0785
Website: www.cobbtheatres.com
Fourteen auditoriums with wall to wall screens. True stadium seating and Dolby digital surround sound. Full service concession.
Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries
109 Bienville Blvd
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
(251) 861-2120
Website: www.dauphinisland.org
The sanctuary consists of 164 acres of maritime forest. Multiple walking trails allow the birder miles of habitat for neotropical migrants.
The Estuarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
(251) 861-7500
Website: http://estuarium.disl.org
Open daily. Admission charged and group rates available. Handicapped accessible. Visual displays and interactive exhibits highlight Mobile's estuary system. All ages welcome!
Fort Gaines Historic Site
51 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
(251) 861-6992
Website: www.dauphinisland.org
Where History spans three centuries. Open seven days a week, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: Adult, $5.00, Children 5-12 $ 3.00. June - August 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Fort Mims Historic Site
60075 Hwy 59
Stockton, AL 36579
(251) 937-5490
Website: www.fortmims.org
Located at Hwy 59 N and County Road 80 W in Tensaw. This site is where over 500 Pioneer settlers were killed by warring Creek Indians on this site. Fort Mims is an Alabama treasure buried on five acres of land in the deep Tensaw woods and awaiting your discovery!
Fort Morgan
51 State Highway 180 West
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 540-7127
At 6:30 a.m. on August 5, 1864, Union Admiral Farragut’s fleet started its run into Mobile Bay between Forts Morgan and Gaines. Suddenly, in hellish sheets of flame, the guns lashed out from Morgan’s walls. The Battle of Mobile Bay was on. Despite Morgan’s withering fire, the Union fleet managed to run the gauntlet into Mobile Bay and out of range of Morgan’s guns. The siege of Fort Morgan lasted for nearly three more weeks before the fort fell into Union hands on August 23.
Gulf Coast Exploreum
65 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36633
(251) 208-6883
Toll Free: (877) 625-4FUN
Website: www.exploreum.net
Hands-on, interactive science adventure for all ages! With permanent exhibits, traveling exhibits from major science centers and the IMAX Dome experience, it's a playground for the mind!
Gulf Shores Museum
244 West 19th Avenue
Gulf Shores, AL 36547
(251) 968-1473
Hurricane Hunters in an exciting video. Visit Fishing the Lagoon: A Way of Life. See gear used to fish and shrimp on the Gulf Coast and in Little Lagoon. View a weather video from our collection. Special exhibits, films and other events offered throughout the year. Free admission.
Gulf State Park
20115 State Hwy 135
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 948-7275
Toll Free: (800) ALA-PARK
This Gulf Coast gem boasts 6,000 acres of land with 2.5 miles of beach, fresh water lake, nature trails, and beach pavilion.
Historic Blakeley State Park
34745 State Hwy 225
Spanish Fort, AL 36577-7279
(251) 626-0798
Website: www.blakeleypark.org
Visit the site of the last major battle of the Civil War. Enjoy 10 1/2 miles of hiking and bike trails, camping and a serene boardwalk next to the Tensaw River.
Lakewood Stables
15523 Lillie Lane
Summerdale, AL 36580
(251) 945-6711
Trail rides, Group parties, Riding lessons.
Minimac Wildflower Bog & Country Gardens
13199 Mac Cartee Lane
Silverhill, AL 36576
(251) 945-6157
Website: www.auburn.edu/awac/places/minimac.htm
From early April through September, more than 300 varieties of native Southern wildflowers bloom in this five-acre preserve.
Mobile Bay Ferry
51 State Highway 180 West
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
(251) 861-3000
Website: www.mobilebayferry.com
Vehicle/passenger ferry operating between Dauphin Island and Fort Morgan. Daily departures every 1 1/2 hours.
Monsters from the Deep
4700 B Main Street #210
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Toll Free: (866) 980-JAWS (5297)
Website: www.monstersfromthedeep.com
Amazing ticketed attraction featuring life-size replica killer sharks and other dangerous sea creatures. World record fish, survivor stories, videos, kids zone, gift shop and more!
National Museum of Naval Aviation
1750 Radford Blvd
NAS Pensacola, FL 32508
(850) 453-2389
Toll Free: (800) 327-5002
Website: www.naval-air.org
Naval Aviation transcends both time and space, from wood and fabric biplanes, to the frontiers of space. The Museum captures Naval Aviation's heritage and brings its story of challenge, ingenuity, and courage to you!
Oak Hollow Farm
14210 Greeno Road
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-4840
Open seven days a week by appointment. One hour guided horseback rides on a 300 acre scenic farm. Nature trails, group hayrides, horseshoes, playground.
Orange Beach Art Center
26389 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-ARTS (2787)
Website: www.orangebeachartcenter.com
Admission Free. The gallery offers works from the area's finest artists and craftsmen. Stop by and pick up a truly unique souvenir of your coastal experience.
Orange Beach Helicopter Service
3190 Airport Drive
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 980-2798
Website: www.orangebeachhelicopters.com
Helicopter tours of the gulf coast region, corporate flights and aerial photographs.
Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum
25850 John M. Snook Avenue
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-8545
Open Tuesday - Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. The museum houses local artifacts and memorabilia relating to our Native American and fishing heritage. Families of early fisherman have donated supplies and collectibles that make us mindful of the challenges and achievements in the early days of our fishing industry.
Perdido Key Parasail
24823 Commercial Drive Unit 2
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 948-7433
Website: www.perdidokeyparasail.com
Whether you're in the mood for an 800 foot high parasail trip, a relaxing dolphin cruise, or an exciting ride on water taxi. Choose from seven different Gulf Coast water taxi locations! Don't miss the thrill ride Sea Rocket!
Pirates Island Adventure Golf
3201 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36547
(251) 968-4653
Website: www.piratesislandgolf.com
Two 18-hole courses among waterfalls, caves, tropical plants, a pirate ship and sea fog.
Rhodes Hunting Farm
36507 Hwy 59
Bay Minette, AL 36507
(251) 937-7580
Website: www.rhodesquailfarm.com
Quail and Deer hunting at its best. Fast birds, good dogs and southern hospitality. We offer affordable but quality guided or unguided 1/2 or full day hunts. Or three day hunting trips with full service lodging.
Sky High Parasail
(251) 946-9000
Safe! Smooth ride! Scenic inland waters. Located at SanRoc Cay.
Sky’s the limit Avaition
3120 Airport Drive
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 967-3222
Flight Instruction, Scenic Flights, Aerial Photos, Aircraft Rental. $150.00 per hour up to three people.
Taking Off Hot Air Balloon Company
708 West Laurel Avenue
Magnolia Springs, AL 36555
(251) 970-3598
Website: www.gulfviewballooning.com
Gently lift off into an adventure where you'll experience the scenic vistas of the Alabama Gulf Coast from a whole new vantage point! Great for weddings or honeymoon!
The Track Recreational Center
3200 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) 968-8111
Website: www.gulfshorestrack.com
Go-karts, bumper boats, Kids Kountry, arcade, mini-golf, skycoaster, and refreshment center.
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
2703 Battleship Parkway
Mobile, AL 36601-0065
(251) 433-2703
Toll Free: (800) GANGWAY
Website: www.ussalabama.com
Features the Battleship U.S.S. ALABAMA, the Submarine U.S.S. DRUM, military aircraft and equipment, an audiovisual theater, concessions and a gift shop.
Wales West Light Railway & Family Fun Park
13650 Smiley Street
Silverhill, AL 36576
Toll Free: (888) 569-5337
Website: www.waleswest.com
Passengers are treated to unique views as the trains travel for a mile past Victorian style buildings, a 4-acre lake, fields, gardens, playgrounds, woods, and wetlands.
Waterville USA
906 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36547
(251) 948-2106
Website: www.watervilleusa.com
The ultimate in family fun, is a 20 acre Water Park and Amusement Park located in the beach resort community. Amusement park opens March 5th. Waterpark opens May 14 on weekends only and everyday after May 28th.
Weeks Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
11300 Hwy 98
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-9792
Website: www.weeksbay.org
Estuarine research and education center. Protects 6,000 acres of coastal habitats and wetlands, including an estuary. Interpretive Center houses indoor exhibits and a live animal room.
Wharf 15 Rave Motion Pictures
23101 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-4444
Website: www.ravemotionpictures.com
State of the art digital projection, wall to wall screens, hi back rocker seats, four feet between rows and digital sound.
The Wharf
23101 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 980-4444
Toll Free: (877) 942-7325
Website: www.thewharfal.com
“Chute em up” Parasail
4547 South Wilson Blvd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 981-7673
Have a birds-eye view of the beautiful gulf coast aboard the largest most comfortable parasail boat.