Escape to the Alabama Gulf Coast for a magical experience. The area is comprised of the cities: Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, and the Perdido Key area. From the moment you arrive, this 32 mile stretch of sugar-white sand and sparkling emerald water will take your breath away. Deep sea fishing, boating, water sports, amusement & water parks will all compete for your attention. This Gulf Coast Area offers much more than just sun, sand, and surf. Try an afternoon of championship golfing and discover why golfers nationwide rank Gulf Shores as one of their favorite spots in the country. Perhaps you would rather shop ‘til you drop at one of the many boutiques, designer outlets, galleries and unique shopping areas. The succulent seafood fresh from the Gulf and the numerous nightclubs complete the many attractions the Gulf Shores of Alabama provides you.

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Area Attractions

Adventure Island - http://www.adventure-island.com

Looks like an active volcano surrounded by alligator filled lagoons but it is just the setting of Adventure Island. Amusement arcade games, go-carts and a whole lot of fun for the whole family right in Orange Beach. Located on Perdido Beach Blvd. 251-974-1500

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo - http://www.alabamagulfcoastzoo

Explore the super star of the gulf coast -The Little Zoo that Could- as featured on the Discovery Channel. Come see the cast of over 250 animals including monkeys, lions, tigers, a house of reptiles and birds. Open 7 days a week 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 1204 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores 251-986-5731

Audubon Bird Sanctuary - http://www.dauphinisland.org

Take the ferry from Ft. Morgan to Dauphin Island to experience on of the top birding locations in the nation. The 160 acre sanctuary has trails, freshwater lakes, dunes gulf beaches, swamps and hardwood forests. Bienville Blvd E., Dauphin Island 251-861-3607

Baldwin County Heritage Museum

Travel over the Foley Beach Express to Hwy 98 and east to the quaint little German inspired town of Elberta. This jewel of a town has a museum showcasing a variety of machinery and old household goods. Open Wed-Sat 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 25521 U.S. Hwy 98, Elberta 251-968-8375

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - http://www.fws.gov/bonsecour

A short drive down Hwy 180 W aka. Ft Morgan Rd cuts right through 6500 acres of coastal land with pine lined trails leading to freshwater lakes and the magnificent Gulf of Mexico. 12295 State Hwy 180, Gulf Shores. 251-540-7720

Foley Archives & History Museum

The museum will delight young and old. Located in the renovated L&N train depot you'll see train memorabilia including a box car and caboose as well as artifacts from the city of Foley’s past.

Fort Gaines - http://www.dauphinisland.org

The historic brick fortress of 1821 guarded the western approaches to Mobile Bay during the 1864 Battle of Mobile Bay which was one of the Civil War's most notable sea battles. The site has a museum and the Sand Island Lighthouse can be seen from the Fort. The Fort is open daily. 251-861-6992

Ft. Morgan

This Civil War Stronghold was the eastern sentry point for the guard of Mobile Bay. Come see the fort and its museum. Check the calendar of events for reenactments of battles. The ferry service on site can take you to explore the west coast of Mobile Bay. AL Hwy 180 West. Gulf Shores. 251-540-7125

Naval Aviation Museum - http://www.navalaviationmuseum.org

Your adventure awaits at the National Naval Aviation Museum located on Pensacola Naval Air Station. Enjoy the hands-on history of Naval Aviation and see more than 150 beautifully restored aircraft and over 4,000 artifacts representing Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard Aviation. Feel the thrill in our Flight Simulators or visit the Naval Aviation Memorial Theatre and catch all the drama and power of our amazing IMAX® films. Then refresh with a tasty lunch or dessert in the authentic Cuban Bar Café. Take home the spirit of Naval Aviation with a unique memento from the Flight Deck Store. Spend a cool day inside the Museum with countless things to touch and see, more to experience and enjoy!

Orange Beach Library - http://www.orangebeachlibrary.org

One of the best libraries in the state of Alabama awaits you. In addition to the wealth of periodicals that you would expect at any library, Orange Beach offer best -selling authors, free software, free books, automatic returns, no late fees anytime from Camellia Net found on the Orange Beach website. They have MP3 payers preloaded with books available for checkouts. There are computers on site as well as wireless in the parking lot.

Robinson Island

Pull up your boat on the shores of Robinson Island at the Mouth of Per dido Pass. The 35 acres of water area with protected grass beds and beach attract fish, birds and boaters. Please keep the beach area clean and remember boaters are to keep clear of the east side of the island to prevent prop scarring of the grass beds.

The Boggy Point Boat Launch

Located at the end of Marina Road in Orange Beach AL, the newly opened boat launch will accommodate 36 vehicles with boat trailers at no charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Estuarium at Dauphin Island Sea Lab

Come see explore the visual displays and interactive exhibits of one of the most amazing estuary systems in the world. Open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday noon until 5 p.m. 101 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island. 251-861-7500

The Wharf - http://www.thewharfal.com

At The Wharf, offers the best selection of shopping, dining and entertainment on the island with over 15 restaurants, unique boutiques and stores, live music every weekend and The Wharf's 10,000-seat Amphitheater!