Destination Guides: Orange Beach, United States - Attractions

Adventure Island

24559 Perdido Beach Boulevard
Orange Beach, AL 36561
251-974-1500
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

Mini-golf, laser tag, paddle and bumper boats, simulators (NASCAR/ roller coaster) super and kiddie go-kart tracks, 100 arcade games. See the Volcano erupt nightly!

Kayak Safari

1000 Captain Trent Lane
Orange Beach, AL 36561
251- 981-1FUN (1386)
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

Paddle in Paradise! Come enjoy nature at its finest and explore the islands where Pirates once plundered!!! Tours and rentals available.

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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

1204 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
251-968-5731

Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

Explore the natural habitats of more than 250 animals. Elevated viewing decks offer close-up viewing of everything from alligators to giraffes; plus a reptile house, aviary, petting zoo, gift shop, concessions, and a shaded picnic area.

The American Sport Art Museum and Archives (ASAMA)

One Academy Drive
Daphne, AL 36526
251-626-3303

Hours: Monday - Friday 8am- 5pm

Admission Free Dedicated to the preservation of sports history, art and literature.

Baldwin County Heritage Museum

25521 Highway 98
Elberta, AL 36530
251-986-8375

Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

Preserving the county's rural heritage in a rambling building that resembles a turn-of-the-century barn with a working windmill and several outdoor agricultural exhibits.

Bart Rockett Magic

3757 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
251-967-BART (2278)
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

This magical production features state of the art lighting, sound, and special effects with spectacular illusions, amazing ventriloquism, and hilarious fun for the whole family.

Bellingrath Gardens and Home

12401 Bellingrath Rd
Theodore, AL 36582
251-973-2217
800-247-8420

Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged
Located on the lovely and tranquil Fowl River, Bellingrath is a 65 acre lushly landscaped garden and museum home with all the charm and beauty of the Old South.

Biophilia Nature Center, Native Nursery & Bookstore

12695 County Road 95
Elberta, AL 36530
251-987-1200
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

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
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

The Bird of Paradise takes flying to a new level…providing adventurous passengers open cockpit flights and romance of yesterday.

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

12295 State Hwy. 180
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
251-540-7720

Office hours: 7:30am-4pm Monday-Friday

Admission Charged
Refuge has 4-5 miles of hiking trails and beach access.

Claude Peteet Mariculture Center/Marine Resources Division

21055 Mildred Casey Drive
Gulf Shores, AL 36547
251-968-7576
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

The center conducts studies and research that enhance our understanding of the life history of red snapper, various finfish and shrimp.

Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries

109 Bienville Blvd
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
251-861-2120
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
Hours: Open daily, call for exact hours

Admission Charged

Visual displays and interactive exhibits highlight Mobile's estuary system.

Fort Gaines Historic Site

51 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
251-861-6992

Open seven days a week, 9am – 5pm.

Admission Charged

Where History spans three centuries.

Fort Morgan

51 State Highway 180 West
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
251-540-7125
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

"Damn the torpedoes. Full speed ahead!" You can almost hear the command of Admiral David Farragut as he led his troops into the battle of Mobile Bay. Today Fort Morgan is a testament to the evolution of American coast defense fortifications

Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

65 Government Street

Mobile, AL 36633
251-208-6883
877- 625-4FUN
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

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!

Minamac Wildflower Bog & Country Gardens

13199 Mac Cartee Lane
Silverhill, AL 36576
251- 945-6157
Hours: Open seasonally, call for additional information

Admission Charged

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
Pensacola, FL 32501
251- 540-7787
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

Vehicle/passenger ferry operating between Dauphin Island and Fort Morgan. Daily departures every 1 1/2 hours.

Sky High Parasail

19180 B County Road 10
5749 Bay La Launch
Foley, AL 36535
251-946-9000
Hours: Call for schedule

Admission Charged

A safe and smooth ride over scenic inland waters.

Tanger Outlet Centre

2601 S. McKenzie
Foley, AL 36535
251- 943-9303
Hours: Open daily, call for hours of operation

Admission Free

Discover the best brand names and guaranteed low prices at over 120 outlet stores including Gap Outlet, Polo, Banana Republic, Tommy Hilfiger and more!

The Track Recreation Center

3200 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
251-968-8111
Hours: Open daily, call for hours of operation

Admission Charged for Rides

Go-karts, bumper boats, Kids Kountry, arcade, mini-golf, skycoaster, and refreshment center.

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

2703 Battleship Parkway
Mobile, AL 36601
251-433-2703
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

Features the Battleship U.S.S. Alabama the Submarine U.S.S. Drum, military aircraft and equipment.

Wales West Light Railway & Family Fun Park

13650 Smiley Street
Silverhill, AL 36576
251-988-1950
Hours: Call for days and hours of operation

Admission Charged

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
Hours: Open daily, hours vary by season

Admission Charged

The ultimate in family fun, is a 20 acre Water Park and Amusement Park located in the beach resort community.