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?
Hangout Music Fest
Hangout Music Fest is just one of the places to see in Gulf Shores, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
After visiting Gulf State Park Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Orange Beach. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.
Waterville USA
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Waterville USA during your visit to Gulf Shores. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour
Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
Orange Beach: Dolphin Eco Sunset Cruise aboard The Explorer
2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach
Orange Beach Islands 3-Hour Excursion
Top hotels in Surf Side Shores
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Clean room, staff was great
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Beachside Resort Hotel
Overall a good place to stay for the location and a lower budget. The room stays cold with the AC, comfy beds with extra pillows, and nice staff. The ice cream shop attached is a nice addition if you want a sweet treat. The rooms could use some detailed cleaning (lamp shades, dusty walls) but the ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Lovely place, we loved it there! The pools were beautiful, the beach was pristine! Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
Beautiful and perfect in many ways!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Springhill Suites By Marriott Orange Beach Gulf Shores
This property is unmatched! Great hospitality, clean, convenient location and the breakfast was chef’s kiss!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Foley Gulf Shores
It was pleasant. The room was not vaccumed and the shower was not cleaned. I believe its new cleaning staff and i told the lady at the front desk. She said she would talk with the cleaning staff and do a better job.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
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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.
