Surf Side Shores Travel Guide
Gulf Shores
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Popular places to visit
Gulf Shores Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Gulf Shores Beach, a popular beach in Gulf Shores. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this relaxing area.
Fort Morgan
Learn about the local history of Fort Morgan with a stop at Fort Morgan. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Fort Morgan Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fort Morgan Beach during your trip to Fort Morgan?
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
You can take time to visit Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge during your travels to Gulf Shores. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
The Track Family Recreation Center
Bring your family to The Track Family Recreation Center and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Gulf Shores. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Pirate's Island Adventure Golf
You can take time to visit Pirate's Island Adventure Golf during your travels to Gulf Shores. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.
Things to do
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach
Orange Beach: Dolphin Eco Sunset Cruise aboard The Explorer
Orange Beach: Dolphin & Sailing Cruise Aboard 52' Catamaran
Orange Beach Islands 3-Hour Excursion
Top hotels in Surf Side Shores
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Very nice stay!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
This was a fantastic hotel. We loved it. The amenities were great. The staff was fantastic. It was easy to get to the beach. We will definitely be booking it again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Room was beautiful, very nice. Staff was always helpful.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Foley Gulf Shores
I loved the upgraded look of the hotel. Great fall decorations. :). Clean room, friendly staff and helpful staff. Then only draw back was that this hotel has 4 separate buildings. So if you aren't staying at the main building you have to get ready and walk outside to the free hot breakfast. And it ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Beachside Resort Hotel
Everything was perfect except the TV didn’t work in room 103. All channels said “unavailable” so we had nothing to do at night but stare at the walls.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley
Clean rooms. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Surf Side Shores
Morgantown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morgantown and surrounding area, you can visit Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.
Gulf Highlands
While visiting Gulf Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Morgan Beach and Kiva Dunes Golf Course.
Cabana Beach
Cabana Beach might not have many top sights, but Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Fort Morgan Pines
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fort Morgan Pines and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Morgan Beach and Fort Morgan.
Brigadoon Trail
Brigadoon Trail might not have many top sights, but West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Plash Island
While Plash Island may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf Shores Golf Club.
