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 Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fort Morgan Beach during your trip to 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour
Dolphin Cruise in Orange Beach Alabama
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
Was everything we expected
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Everything was wonderful! Staff greeted you every time in view. Room was clean and comfortable!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
The atmosphere was more like a resort. Wonderful staff, restaurants and amenities. Out room was clean and spacious, the balcony was awesome. 10/10 beachwaves!!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
I originally booked an ocean view but was placed in a room with no ocean view. I can honestly say the rooftop access from the balcony was great. So no complaints!!!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
Everything is as amazing! The staff was so helpful and so nice (All of them)! Julie at the front desk was awesome. My beach shuttle driver, Roger, was absolutely fantastic. The front does young lady who let me into the gym at 5am the wonderful lady in the morning for checkout! Definitely pet friendly! ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Foley at OWA
It was peaceful and nice.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 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.
