Surf Side Shores Travel Guide

Gulf Shores

Popular places to visit

Gulf Shores Beach

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.

Gulf Shores Beach
Fort Morgan

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
Fort Morgan Beach

Fort Morgan Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fort Morgan Beach during your trip to Fort Morgan?

Fort Morgan Beach
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

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.

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
The Track Family Recreation Center

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.

The Track Family Recreation Center
Pirate's Island Adventure Golf

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.

Pirate's Island Adventure Golf

Things to do

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour

฿1,095
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour
Dolphin Watching aboard the Cold Mil Fleet

Dolphin Watching aboard the Cold Mil Fleet

฿956
per adult
Dolphin Watching aboard the Cold Mil Fleet
Dolphin Cruise in Orange Beach Alabama

Dolphin Cruise in Orange Beach Alabama

฿1,091
per adult
Dolphin Cruise in Orange Beach Alabama
The Explorer at Sunset

Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach

฿1,593
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Orange Beach: Dolphin Eco Sunset Cruise aboard The Explorer

฿1,753
per adult
Orange Beach: Dolphin Eco Sunset Cruise aboard The Explorer
Orange Beach: Sun and Sailing Cruise aboard Catamaran

Orange Beach: Dolphin & Sailing Cruise Aboard 52' Catamaran

฿1,753
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orange Beach: Dolphin & Sailing Cruise Aboard 52' Catamaran
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Top hotels in Surf Side Shores

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront

3 out of 5
23092 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
The price is ฿3,561 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,561
฿4,131 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,226 reviews)
"Great staff. Bed a little too stiff for our liking. Breakfast bar was OK but eggs were bad"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Beachside Resort Hotel

Beachside Resort Hotel

2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is ฿1,905 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿1,905
฿2,210 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,549 reviews)
"Room was very clean and nice."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Beachside Resort Hotel
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Foley Gulf Shores

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Foley Gulf Shores

2.5 out of 5
1517 South McKenzie Street, Foley, AL
The price is ฿2,052 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿2,052
฿2,278 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Foley. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Overall experience was good. Staff was friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the Saturday hot breakfast-fresh & tasty. Would have liked bananas & yogurt, but for what it was it was good. Upon entering the room there was an unpleasant, old stale smell in the air. May be a good idea to travel with your lysol ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Foley Gulf Shores
Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG

Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG

3.5 out of 5
22843 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL
The price is ฿3,258 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿3,258
฿3,779 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"We had a great time, we will be back."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is ฿3,873 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿3,873
฿4,493 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, easy beach access, love this hotel. We did not use the room service or dinner pre ordering service. We did utilize the outdoor restaurant and bar and it was delicious and great service."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG

2.5 out of 5
160 W Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL
The price is ฿3,147 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,147
฿3,651 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Surf Side Shores

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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.

Morgantown
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Gulf Highlands

While visiting Gulf Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach.

Gulf Highlands
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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.

Cabana Beach
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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.

Fort Morgan Pines
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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.

Brigadoon Trail
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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.

Plash Island

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