Things To Do In Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

A trip to the gulf would not be complete without exploring the sugar-white beaches of Alabama.

Sometimes the best things in life are free, and so are the bike rentals at Gulf State Park.

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See Alabama's own version of Stonehenge.

Pet an anteater, cuddle with a kangaroo, and even hang out with sloths at the Gulf Coast Zoo.

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Indulge in a little retail therapy or book a spa at The Wharf.

Explore Fort Morgan, a historic site that has been around for over 200 years. The fort played an important role in the Battle of Mobile Bay during the Civil War.

Enjoy a Shake Supreme at the Sunliner Diner, a 50's themed breakfast diner.

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Search for treasures from the sea, like these "Mermaids' purses."

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Work on your swing at one of the 10+ golf courses in the area.

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Things To Do In Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

A trip to the gulf would not be complete without exploring the sugar-white beaches of Alabama.

Sometimes the best things in life are free, and so are the bike rentals at Gulf State Park.

Explore the trails at Alabama's southernmost state park via a bike.

See Alabama's own version of Stonehenge.

Pet an anteater, cuddle with a kangaroo, and even hang out with sloths at the Gulf Coast Zoo.

Indulge in a little retail therapy or book a spa at The Wharf.

Explore Fort Morgan, a historic site that has been around for over 200 years. The fort played an important role in the Battle of Mobile Bay during the Civil War.

Enjoy a Shake Supreme at the Sunliner Diner, a 50's themed breakfast diner.

Search for treasures from the sea, like these "Mermaids' purses."

Work on your swing at one of the 10+ golf courses in the area.

Stay at a luxury condo with your own hot tub that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico

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