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?

Gulf Shores Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Gulf Shores at Gulf Shores Golf Club. 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.

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.
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 Islands 3-Hour Excursion
Top hotels in Surf Side Shores

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Everything was great
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Loved everything about this place. Rooms were clean the beach was beautiful! Can’t wait to visit in summer when the 2nd pool is done
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley
Very clean and quiet staff was fantastic!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
My stay was great. The room was clean, staff had great customer service the breakfast was great with a variety. We received two tickets for the bar which was included in our reservation.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Foley at OWA
Very clean, staff was friendly!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Beachside Resort Hotel
Clean and convenient
Reviewed on 8 Jan 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 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.


