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We are so glad to have you! Below is a list of popular things to do in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
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Island Rentals Team, Leanne & Holly
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We are always updating and adding favorites.
If you have a favorite or would like to share a great experience or pictures from your vacation, please email me and I'll share your experience with future guests!
Island Rentals Team, Leanne & Holly
[email protected]
Calendar of Events:
Gulf Shore & Orange Beach Upcoming Calendar of Events
Flora Bama
The Wharf
Food & Dining in Orange Beach
Food & Dining in Gulf Shores
Desoto's Seafood Kitchen, Papa Rocco's, Sea-N-Suds Restaurant & Oyster Bar, The Lodge at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores Diner, Acme Oyster House, Big Beach Brewing, Island Wing Company, Original Oyster House, Gulf Shores Steamer, The Hangout, The Cove Bar & Grill, Lucy Buffett's LuLu's, Pink Pony Pub, Bahama Bob's,
Orange Beach & Gulf Shores
Grocery Stores in Gulf Shores:
Pier 33, Rouses Market, Publix Super Market at Colonial Promenade at Craft Farms, Walmart Supercenter, Target
Grocery Stores in Orange Beach:
Publix Super Market at The Shoppes at Palm Pointe, Walmart Neighborhood Market, Rouses Market
Delivery Service:
(Publix, Rouses Market, Bed Bath & Beyond, CVS Pharmacy)
Instacart
Emergency: Dial 911
Hospitals:
(Gulf Shores) Ascension Medical Group Sacred Heart at Gulf Shores
(Foley) South Baldwin Regional Medical Center
(Fairhope) Thomas Hospital
Orange Beach Urgent Care Centers:
Southern Rapid Care, American Family Care Orange Beach, South Baldwin Medical Group at Orange Beach
Orange Beach Pharmacies:
CVS Pharmacy, Walgreen's Pharmacy, Publix Pharmacy at The Shoppes at Palm Pointe
Gulf Shores Urgent Care Centers:
South Baldwin Medical Group Urgent Care
Gulf Shores Pharmacies:
Walgreen's Pharmacy, Walmart Pharmacy, Publix Pharmacy at Colonial Promenade at Craft Farms, CVS Pharmacy
Pier 33, Rouses Market, Publix Super Market at Colonial Promenade at Craft Farms, Walmart Supercenter, Target
Grocery Stores in Orange Beach:
Publix Super Market at The Shoppes at Palm Pointe, Walmart Neighborhood Market, Rouses Market
Delivery Service:
(Publix, Rouses Market, Bed Bath & Beyond, CVS Pharmacy)
Instacart
Emergency: Dial 911
Hospitals:
(Gulf Shores) Ascension Medical Group Sacred Heart at Gulf Shores
(Foley) South Baldwin Regional Medical Center
(Fairhope) Thomas Hospital
Orange Beach Urgent Care Centers:
Southern Rapid Care, American Family Care Orange Beach, South Baldwin Medical Group at Orange Beach
Orange Beach Pharmacies:
CVS Pharmacy, Walgreen's Pharmacy, Publix Pharmacy at The Shoppes at Palm Pointe
Gulf Shores Urgent Care Centers:
South Baldwin Medical Group Urgent Care
Gulf Shores Pharmacies:
Walgreen's Pharmacy, Walmart Pharmacy, Publix Pharmacy at Colonial Promenade at Craft Farms, CVS Pharmacy
Beach Chair Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Charter Fishing, Sunset Cruises, Boat Rentals, Dauphin Cruises, Historic Venues, Ferry Boat, Walking Trails, Arcades, and much more. Click on the business name and you will be redirected to their website for more information.
Overflow Parking: Gulf Coast Rentals 251-510-7226
Beach Chair Rentals:
Gulf Coast Rental Co, The Beach Moms, Gulf Shores Beach Rentals, Ike’s Beach Service, Suncoast Beach Service.
Kayak Rentals:
Paddle By You,
Charter Fishing:
Eagle Express Fishing, LLC, Hey Baby Charters Orange Beach, Fed Up Charters, Lady D Charters, Aquastar Charters, Caribe Marina,
Boat Rentals, Sunset Cruises and Dauphin Cruises:
OB Watersports, FloraBama Marina & Watersports, Hudson Marina, Orange Beach Cat Boat Tours, Backbay Sailing Adventures, Dauphin Cruises, Gulf Shores Sunset Cruises, Cruisin Tiki Orange Beach
Arcades:
The Track, The Factory, Waterville USA, Pirates Island Adventure Golf, Shrimpy's Mini Golf & Ice Cream, Fat Daddy's Arcade, Adventure Island,
National Parks & City Parks:
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, Orange Beach Waterfront Park, Orange Beach Waterfront Park, Gulf Shores Main Public Beach, Johnnie Sims Park Pavilion, Meyer Park, Gulf State Park, City of Gulf Shores Wetland Park, The Cabins at Gulf State Park, Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion,
Public Beaches:
Museums & Historic Sites:
Gulf Shores Museum, Dauphin Island Park and Beach (Fort Gaines), Fort Morgan Alabama Historic Site,
Golf Courses:
Craft Farms, Kiva Dunes Gulf Course, Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club, Club One,
Ferry Boat:
Day Trip idea. Ft. Morgan to Dauphin Island and back
Mobile Bay Ferry, Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Beach Chair Rentals:
Gulf Coast Rental Co, The Beach Moms, Gulf Shores Beach Rentals, Ike’s Beach Service, Suncoast Beach Service.
Kayak Rentals:
Paddle By You,
Charter Fishing:
Eagle Express Fishing, LLC, Hey Baby Charters Orange Beach, Fed Up Charters, Lady D Charters, Aquastar Charters, Caribe Marina,
Boat Rentals, Sunset Cruises and Dauphin Cruises:
OB Watersports, FloraBama Marina & Watersports, Hudson Marina, Orange Beach Cat Boat Tours, Backbay Sailing Adventures, Dauphin Cruises, Gulf Shores Sunset Cruises, Cruisin Tiki Orange Beach
Arcades:
The Track, The Factory, Waterville USA, Pirates Island Adventure Golf, Shrimpy's Mini Golf & Ice Cream, Fat Daddy's Arcade, Adventure Island,
National Parks & City Parks:
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, Orange Beach Waterfront Park, Orange Beach Waterfront Park, Gulf Shores Main Public Beach, Johnnie Sims Park Pavilion, Meyer Park, Gulf State Park, City of Gulf Shores Wetland Park, The Cabins at Gulf State Park, Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion,
Public Beaches:
- Alabama Point East-A Gulf State Park Beach Area is located 0.3 miles east of Perdido Pass Bridge and offers over 6,000 feet of wide beach in addition to sand dunes, boardwalks, picnic areas, restrooms and outdoor showers.
- Cotton Bayou is located at the intersection of Highway 182 and Highway 161 between some of the area’s most popular condominiums. There are restrooms and showers on site.
- Romar Beach-A Gulf State Park Beach Area is located 6.8 miles east of Highway 59 and has a limited amount of free parking (no facilities).
- The Gulf State Park Pavilion Area is located six miles east of Highway 59 and offers a new beach pavilion with air-conditioned restrooms, private showers, a snack bar, shady spots to sit and eat, plus a large fireplace for chilly days. There is a $6 fee to park all day ($12 for large vans).
- Gulf Place (Gulf Shores Main Public Beach) is located where highway 59 dead-ends. There are beach attendants, three open-air pavilions, a picnic area, plus restrooms and showers onsite. Parking is $5 for up to four hours or $10 for all day between March 1 and November 30. Arrive early to get a prime spot in this popular hangout.
- Gulf Shores 2nd Street Public Beach is just two blocks west of Highway 59. Facilities include a handicapped-accessible restroom, outdoor shower and a covered pavilion with picnic tables.
- Gulf Shores 4th Street Public Beach offers only pedestrian crossing beach access, perfect for those staying at nearby properties.
- Gulf Shores 5th Street Public Beach is located five blocks west of Highway 59 with parking on the north side where the boardwalk leads to the beach. Also, parking is available on the south side beside Bahama Bob’s.
- Gulf Shores 6th Street Public Beach is located six block west of Highway 59 and you can walk the boardwalk to the beach. An outdoor shower is available as well as a handicapped-accessible restroom.
- Gulf Shores 10th Street Public Beach offers beach access only with parking across the street. Restrooms and showers are available.
- Gulf Shores 12th Street Public Beach offers beach access but no parking. Restrooms and showers are available.
- Gulf Shores 13th Street Public Beach has street-side parking with a dune walkover. Shower and restrooms are available.
- Lagoon Pass Beach is 2.9 miles west of Highway 59 with restrooms, outdoor shower and a water fountain onsite. Parking is $5 for up to four hours or $10 for all day and is located on the northeast side of the Lee Callaway Bridge.
- Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge Beach is located at 12295 State Highway 180 (Fort Morgan Road) in Gulf Shores. You can park along Mobile Street for easy beach access. It is a wildlife refuge and therefore there are no facilities, but please note that the Refuge Office is located nearby.
Museums & Historic Sites:
Gulf Shores Museum, Dauphin Island Park and Beach (Fort Gaines), Fort Morgan Alabama Historic Site,
Golf Courses:
Craft Farms, Kiva Dunes Gulf Course, Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club, Club One,
Ferry Boat:
Day Trip idea. Ft. Morgan to Dauphin Island and back
Mobile Bay Ferry, Dauphin Island Sea Lab