Gulf Shores Guidebook

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Gulf Shores Guidebook

Food scene

Slightly more upscale "going out" dinner spot. Unbeatable views - perfect for sunset cocktails.
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Foodcraft Restaurant
21196 E Beach Blvd
12 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Slightly more upscale "going out" dinner spot. Unbeatable views - perfect for sunset cocktails.
Another great dinner spot with amazing views. All locally sourced seafood with a Caribbean twist.
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Playa Restaurant
27842 Canal Rd
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Another great dinner spot with amazing views. All locally sourced seafood with a Caribbean twist.
Family friendly beachside restaurant. Good food at an affordable price.
88 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Sea N Suds
405 E Beach Blvd
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Family friendly beachside restaurant. Good food at an affordable price.
Take in the Caribbean-clear waters of Perdido Pass from their sprawling patio. This place can get crowded but they have one of the best happy hours in town so just get there early!
223 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Cobalt, The Restaurant
28099 Perdido Beach Blvd
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Take in the Caribbean-clear waters of Perdido Pass from their sprawling patio. This place can get crowded but they have one of the best happy hours in town so just get there early!
Buzzy ambiance ideal for date night. They offer both traditional seafood, as well as a great sushi menu. Their cocktails and wine selection are top notch.
61 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Big Fish Restaurant
25814 Canal Rd
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Buzzy ambiance ideal for date night. They offer both traditional seafood, as well as a great sushi menu. Their cocktails and wine selection are top notch.

Sightseeing

Another scenic hiking area a little more off the beaten path.
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Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
12295 Alabama 180
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Another scenic hiking area a little more off the beaten path.
Historic Civil War battle site. You can also catch the ferry to Dauphin Island from here which I highly recommend. Pro tip: reserve your spot on the ferry early and go check out Fort Morgan while you wait.
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Fort Morgan
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Historic Civil War battle site. You can also catch the ferry to Dauphin Island from here which I highly recommend. Pro tip: reserve your spot on the ferry early and go check out Fort Morgan while you wait.
A great place for kids and adults. The Sea Lab has tons of educational tools and interactive exhibits focusing on the local ecosystems.
29 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Blvd
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A great place for kids and adults. The Sea Lab has tons of educational tools and interactive exhibits focusing on the local ecosystems.
#1 recreational trail in the nation according to USA Today. The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail is 29 miles of pathways connecting Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Gulf State Park.
180 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Parque Estatal del Golfo
20115 State Park Road
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#1 recreational trail in the nation according to USA Today. The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail is 29 miles of pathways connecting Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Gulf State Park.

Bars and Breweries

Maybe the best hangout spot in town. Beers on par with with any big city brewery. Live music every weekend and food trucks on Fridays.
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Big Beach Brewing
300 E 24th Ave
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Maybe the best hangout spot in town. Beers on par with with any big city brewery. Live music every weekend and food trucks on Fridays.
Quintessential beachside pub with great seafood and oysters
112 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Pink Pony Pub - World Famous Beach Bar
137 E Gulf Pl
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Quintessential beachside pub with great seafood and oysters
The infamous Flora-Bama is probably the most well-known bar on the Gulf Coast. A massive party compound with live music that sits on both sides of the Florida/Alabama state line. It's slightly more tame during the day but can get rowdy at night. I definitely recommend taking an Uber or party bus.
374 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Flora-Bama
17401 Perdido Key Dr
374 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
The infamous Flora-Bama is probably the most well-known bar on the Gulf Coast. A massive party compound with live music that sits on both sides of the Florida/Alabama state line. It's slightly more tame during the day but can get rowdy at night. I definitely recommend taking an Uber or party bus.
Classic neighborhood bar with good food and plenty of TV's to catch the game.
16 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
The Sloop
103 W Canal Dr
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Classic neighborhood bar with good food and plenty of TV's to catch the game.
Located right on Bear Point Harbor, OSO is a great place to watch a sunset, catch some killer music, and a satisfying meal.
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OSO at Bear Point Harbor
5749 Bay La Launch Ave
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Located right on Bear Point Harbor, OSO is a great place to watch a sunset, catch some killer music, and a satisfying meal.

Entertainment

Although a little touristy, the Warf has a bit of something for everyone. The amphitheater hosts world class entertainment all summer long. Moxie Fitness is a great cycling and barre studio. There's also plenty of shopping and restaurants.
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The Wharf
23101 Canal Rd
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Although a little touristy, the Warf has a bit of something for everyone. The amphitheater hosts world class entertainment all summer long. Moxie Fitness is a great cycling and barre studio. There's also plenty of shopping and restaurants.
Well apportioned outlet mall with top brands only a 20 minute drive away.
287 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Tanger Outlets Foley
2601 S McKenzie St
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Well apportioned outlet mall with top brands only a 20 minute drive away.
Bored with relaxing and want some adrenaline? Coyote is an action sports rental company offering Slingshots, mopeds, surfboards, bicycles, SUP boards and more!
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Coyote Beach Sports
112 E 1st Ave
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Bored with relaxing and want some adrenaline? Coyote is an action sports rental company offering Slingshots, mopeds, surfboards, bicycles, SUP boards and more!

Local secret

Looking to relax by the pool? The Lodge at Gulf State Park is open to the public and only a 3 minute drive away. Enjoy beach views from the comfort of a poolside lounge chair. The Dragonfly Pool Bar and Grill offers drinks and small bites.
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The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel
21196 E Beach Blvd
11 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Looking to relax by the pool? The Lodge at Gulf State Park is open to the public and only a 3 minute drive away. Enjoy beach views from the comfort of a poolside lounge chair. The Dragonfly Pool Bar and Grill offers drinks and small bites.

Grocery stores

Super convenient store for any basic items you'll need during your stay. If you forget something at Rouses it doesn't take 10 minutes to pop over and grab it. You don't even have to get on the main Hwy 59.
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Dollar General
224 Gulf Shores Pkwy
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Super convenient store for any basic items you'll need during your stay. If you forget something at Rouses it doesn't take 10 minutes to pop over and grab it. You don't even have to get on the main Hwy 59.
THE place to stop for all your grocery needs. They carry fresh from the Gulf seafood, killer beer and wine selection, and all the groceries you could need even specialty items.
127 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Rouses
1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy
127 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
THE place to stop for all your grocery needs. They carry fresh from the Gulf seafood, killer beer and wine selection, and all the groceries you could need even specialty items.
Good ole Walmart is only 2 miles away. Good place to stock up for the week.
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Walmart Supercenter
170 E Fort Morgan Rd
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Good ole Walmart is only 2 miles away. Good place to stock up for the week.

Consejos sobre la ciudad

Cómo moverse

Coast Cab

An absolute must for any night on the town. They'll get you where you need to go safely and can accommodate groups of any size. https://coast.cab/