Things to Do — Gulf Shores, Pensacola & the Gulf Coast
Adventures, attractions, and experiences across the region
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
gulf-shoresHome to more than 500 animals, this zoo offers hands-on experiences with kangaroos & other critters.
Alligator Alley
summerdaleA unique roadside attraction and rescue facility home to hundreds of American alligators. Walk elevated boardwalks just feet above gators of all sizes, feed them from the platforms, and learn about these ancient reptiles. A memorable Gulf Coast detour.
Artworks Local Art and Gifts LLC
pensacolaArt gallery and gift shop in Pensacola, FL featuring local art.
Baldwin County Heritage Museum
elbertaHistory museum preserving the culture of early Baldwin County farm communities with a 20,000-square-foot main building, five acres of grounds, a 1909 church, blacksmith shop, vintage farm implements, and a schoolhouse.
Bartram Park
Public park in Pensacola, FL.
Battery Slemmer 1898
Historic coastal artillery battery from 1898 located within Gulf Islands National Seashore in Pensacola, FL.
Bayou Marcus Birding Trail
Nature preserve and birding trail in Pensacola, FL, managed by ECUA and open to visitors for wildlife observation and walking.
Bayview Park
Public park in Pensacola, FL.
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
mobileA stunning 65-acre public garden near Mobile with year-round blooms — azaleas, camellias, roses, and chrysanthemums — plus guided home tours and a conservatory. Famous for its Magic Christmas in Lights show.
Big Lagoon State Park
pensacolaOver 700 acres of coastal habitat on the Intracoastal Waterway near Perdido Key. Kayak through tidal marshes, hike nature trails, fish from the observation boardwalk, and camp under the pines.
Blue Angels Practices
pensacolaVenue or location where the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight demonstration team conducts practice sessions, open for public viewing.
Blue Wahoos Stadium
pensacolaBaseball stadium serving as the home venue of the Pensacola Blue Wahoos minor league team.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
gulf-shoresEstablished in 1980, this ~7,000-acre refuge on the Fort Morgan Peninsula protects nesting beaches for loggerhead, green, and Kemp's ridley sea turtles plus the endangered Alabama beach mouse.
Cetacean Cruises Dolphin Tour
orange-beachDolphin and nature eco-tours departing from The Wharf in Orange Beach aboard a 52-foot Hawaiian catamaran. Spot resident bottlenose dolphins and learn about local wildlife on a 1.5-2 hour cruise.
Chappie James Museum of Pensacola
pensacolaMuseum in Pensacola dedicated to the life and legacy of General Daniel 'Chappie' James Jr., the first African American four-star general in the U.S. military.
City Of Foley Centennial Plaza
foleyHistorical landmark plaza in Foley commemorating the city's centennial.
Colonial Archaeological Trail
pensacolaMuseum and tourist attraction featuring a colonial-era archaeological trail.
Daphne Bayfront Park & Pier
daphneA scenic waterfront park on the eastern shore of Mobile Bay with a fishing pier, walking trails, playground, and pavilions. Sunset views across the bay are spectacular, and the pier is popular for crabbing and fishing.
