Surf Side Shores Travel Guide
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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 family-friendly 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

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour

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
Top hotels in Surf Side Shores

Beachside Resort Hotel
Nice staff, close to beach and beach parking!!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley
The best part of the staying here by far was meeting Mrs Chris the front desk receptionist. She was extremely kind, caring, funny, and accommodating. It was refreshing to meet a stranger who was actuality excited to meet you. The room, lobby, pool, and elevators were all clean. It was an excellent ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
The staff was excellent and the room was very clean. The lobby was very clean.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Great hotel with all the amenities you could want for
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Shamrock Shores - Gulf Front West End Pet Friendly Property With Room For Everyone. 3 Master Suites! 6 Bedroom Home by RedAwning
This house has amazing views and the fishing either off the decks or downstairs is great. It is a beautiful house with spectacular views and right on the ocean.With that said, there are some things that really detracted from the property. The cookware looked like something they threw away at a garage ...
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
Excellent stay and will stay there again. Great food, great service and great amenities.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 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 Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

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.

