| THINGS TO DO |
| Adventure Island |
| 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! |
| Baldwin County Heritage Museum |
| Preserving the county's rural heritage in a rambling building that resembles a turn-of-the-century barn. A working windmill and several outdoor agricultural exhibits. |
| Biophilia Nature Center & Native Nursery |
| On County Road 95, three miles east of Elberta and 1/4 mile south of U.S. Highway 98, 251-987-1200. Butterflies courting and laying eggs, sparkling sundews catching bugs, and blue-tailed skinks streaking about are potential sights at the 20-acre Biophilia Nature Center and Native Nursery in Elberta. This ongoing ecological restoration project includes young forests, wildflower meadows, a carnivorous plant bog, a swamp, an 11-foot alligator, turtles, a butterfly garden, a screened butterfly room and caterpillar nursery, and a bookstore/library. Call 987-1200 for Nature Center hours and cost of admission. |
| Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge |
| Off State Highway 180 at the 13-mile marker; 251-540-7720. This 6200-acre refuge with beach access protects and preserves the unique plants and animals that call the Gulf Coast home. Hike the scenic, four-mile Pine Beach Trail or the one-mile-loop Jeff Friend Trail. Catch bass, bluegill and bream in the 40-acre freshwater Gator Lake (canoes and electric trolling motors only). On the nearby lagoon, cast for trout and flounder or scoop up crabs. See a large migratory bird stopover in April, May, September and October. Open year-round from dawn to dusk. Admission is free. |
| Cobb Theaters Pinnacle 14 |
| Movie times: 251-923-0100 |
| Cypress Bend at Craft Farms |
| The newest Craft Farms offering is the Arnold Palmer-designed Cypress Bend. This spectacular 18-hole layout is fairly wide open and a delight to play as it winds its way through rolling hills and numerous lakes. |
| Dauphin Island Sea Lab |
| The Estuarium is an exciting educational facility highlighting the four key habitats of coastal Alabama: the Mobile Tensaw River Delta, Mobile Bay, the Barrier Islands and the Northern Gulf of Mexico. It includes the 10,000 square foot Exhibit Hall and Living Marsh Boardwalk. This facility is a showcase of the plants, animals, and other natural resources found in the Estuary and its surrounding marine habitats. |
| Gulf Links Golf Course |
| 3901 S. McKenzie, Foley 18 holes - Par 64. Course has a natural turf driving range and full-service clubhouse. Course Length: 4,034 yards |
| Gulf Shores ZOO |
| The Little Zoo That Could! Gulf Shores Zoo is tucked away just blocks from the beach and is home to more than 290 animals. Lions, tigers, bears, monkeys and macaws are just some of the creatures that inhabit this Gulf Coast oasis. There's also a petting zoo, reptile house, aviary and daily animal shows in the summer.
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| Pirate's Island Adventure Golf |
| Pirate Island offers 18 holes that take you on a journey through theme-park like attractions of animated pirates, caves, waterfalls, suspension bridges, and pirate ships - a unique adventure for all ages! 3201 Highway 59, Gulf Shores - (251) 968-4653 |
| The Battle of Mobile Bay Civil War Trail |
| Battle of Mobile Bay Civil War Trail The Battle of Mobile Bay Civil War Trail stretches from the Gulf of Mexico over 90 miles to north Mobile County, and documents the military movements and way of life on and around Mobile Bay during the Battle of the Bay (August 1864) and the Overland Campaign (March - May, 1865). A series of interpretive signs at more than a dozen sites tell the stories of the ship captains, fort commanders and fighting men who lived these historic events.
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| The Track Family Recreation Center |
| Go-Karts, Mini-Golf, Bumper Rides, Big Thrills |
| The Wharf |
| At The Wharf you can boat, golf, fish go shopping, see a movie, catch a live concert, get a massage, and enjoy a gourmet meal or catch a ride on a ferris wheel.
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| Waterville USA |
| Waterville USA is 20 acre Water & Amusement Park located just 1/4 of mile from the beach. With the new installation like the Flowrider and lots of other attractions and rides it's a guarantee of fun for everybody. |
| Weeks Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve |
| On U.S. Highway 98, about 12 miles west of Foley, 251-928-9792. Protects approximately 6000 acres of coastal habitats and wetlands, including an estuary (a body of water where fresh and salt waters converge). Visit the Interpretive Center with indoor exhibits and a live animal room, and explore the nature trails and bog. Ground trails and boardwalk trails, which are handicap accessible, are available. Picnic facilities are available. Open Monday–Saturday 9–5, Sunday 1–5. Admission is free. |
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| HELPFUL LINKS |
| Beach Baby Equipment Rental |
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| BEACH SHADE-N-SHELTER |
| "Have it made in the shade"! Beach equipment rental, delivery and set up. Call toll free 866-968-5050 or 251-968-5050 |
| Calendar of Events |
| Check out the Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Calendar of Events for fun things to do during your beach vacation. From music to history, sports to festivals, parades to plays, we'll give you plenty of things to do all year-round. |
| Fort Morgan Adventures-Kayak Rentals |
| Kayak rentals, delivered to your rental house. Free delivery in Fort Morgan. Please call for the rates and availibility 251-540- PLAY (251-540-7529) |
| Mobile Bay Ferry |
| Directions to Ferry, schedule, fares |
| Restaurants in Gulf Shores |
| The Alabama Gulf Coast boasts a variety of restaurants to choose from regardless of what you have a taste for. |
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| LOCAL RESTAURANTS |
| Beach Club Restaurant |
| Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, The Restaurant serves some of the Gulf Coast region's finest cuisine in a relaxed, casual setting. Phone: 251-224-3600 |
| Beach Hut |
| Family dining and great kids menu. Great seafood, po-boys and burgers. Happy Hour. Live music! (251) 540-6860
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| Callaway's Pizza at the Pines |
| 8818 State Highway 180 Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (251) 540-2622 |
| Tacky Jacks 2 |
| Tacky Jacks 2 is on Mobile Bay near Ft. Morgan, where you can witness the finest sunset on the island. Also enjoy Tacky Jacks 2 down under. A laid back bar with deck 10 feet from the water with live entertainment, pool, and KARAOKE. 251-968-8341 |
| Tequila Bay Bar & Grill |
| Located on about 6 mile marker on Hwy 180 great family restaurant and the home of best margaritas in town. Tequila Bay Restaurant 5160 Hwy 180 Gulf Shores, AL 36542 Phone: 251-540-7439
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| Village Coffee & Cones |
| Offering specialty coffees, espresso drinks, hand-dipped ice cream treats, fruit smoothies and more in a fun, casual environment. Complimentary internet hot spot for your convenience. 251-224-3217 |
| Village Market & Grill |
| Offering breakfast, soup and salad bar, burgers, sandwiches, gourmet-to-go, and fresh-baked pizzas. Phone: 251-224-3650 |
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| GROCERY DELIVERY SERVICE |
| Grocery Delivery Service |
| Fridge Filler is an online grocery delivery service catering to vacationers and homes in our beautiful Alabama gulf coast area. Hoping to save everyone some precious time, Fridge Filler opened in 2007 after many years in the making. Several trips to the beach and grocery store made us realize that time with our friends and family is invaluable, and many of us do not want to spend those hours in the packed aisles of a Wal-Mart. Our solution is this…let us do the shopping and you enjoy your hard-earned time off!
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