Things to Do — Gulf Shores, Pensacola & the Gulf Coast

Adventures, attractions, and experiences across the region

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Admiral Mason Park

Admiral Mason Park

Attraction
pensacola

Public park in Pensacola, FL.

Aero Vista Park

Aero Vista Park

Attraction
pensacola

Park in Pensacola, FL managed by Escambia County Parks and Recreation.

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

Attraction
gulf-shores

Home to more than 500 animals, this zoo offers hands-on experiences with kangaroos & other critters.

familyoutdoorfamily-friendly
Year-Round 2-4 hours Easy
Alligator Alley

Alligator Alley

Attraction
summerdale

A 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.

familyoutdoorfamily-friendly
Year-Round 1-2 hours Easy
Artel Gallery

Artel Gallery

Attraction
pensacola

Art gallery in Pensacola, FL.

Artworks Local Art and Gifts LLC

Artworks Local Art and Gifts LLC

Attraction
pensacola

Art gallery and gift shop in Pensacola, FL featuring local art.

Bartram Park

Bartram Park

Attraction

Public park in Pensacola, FL.

Battery Slemmer 1898

Battery Slemmer 1898

Attraction

Historic coastal artillery battery from 1898 located within Gulf Islands National Seashore in Pensacola, FL.

Bayview Park

Bayview Park

Attraction

Public park in Pensacola, FL.

Blue Angels Practices

Blue Angels Practices

Attraction
pensacola

Venue or location where the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight demonstration team conducts practice sessions, open for public viewing.

Blue Morning Gallery

Blue Morning Gallery

Attraction
pensacola

Art gallery and tourist attraction.

Cetacean Cruises Dolphin Tour

Cetacean Cruises Dolphin Tour

Attraction
orange-beach

Dolphin 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.

family-friendly
Year-Round 1.5-2 hours Easy
Chappie James Museum of Pensacola

Chappie James Museum of Pensacola

Attraction
pensacola

Museum 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

City Of Foley Centennial Plaza

Attraction
foley

Historical landmark plaza in Foley commemorating the city's centennial.

Civitan Park

Civitan Park

Attraction
pensacola

Park operated by Civitan International or a local Civitan organization.

Colonial Archaeological Trail

Colonial Archaeological Trail

Attraction
pensacola

Museum and tourist attraction featuring a colonial-era archaeological trail.

Dorr House

Dorr House

Attraction
pensacola

Historic house museum open to visitors as a tourist attraction.

East Perdido Key State Park

East Perdido Key State Park

Attraction
pensacola

State park located in the Perdido Key area offering outdoor recreational access to natural land and coastal environments.

Escape on Palafox

Escape on Palafox

Attraction
pensacola

Escape room and amusement center located on Palafox.

Exchange Park

Exchange Park

Attraction

Park and tourist attraction known as Exchange Park.

Fairhope Dog Park

Fairhope Dog Park

Attraction
fairhope

Dog park in Fairhope providing an off-leash area for dogs.

First Religious Service

First Religious Service

Attraction
pensacola-beach

Historical landmark marking the site of a first recorded religious service.

Fish River Furnishings & Art Gallery

Fish River Furnishings & Art Gallery

Attraction

Art gallery and furnishings studio offering artwork and furniture.

Florida Public Archaeology Network/Destination Archaeology Resource Center

Florida Public Archaeology Network/Destination Archaeology Resource Center

Attraction
pensacola

Museum and visitor center operated by the Florida Public Archaeology Network, serving as a resource center for public archaeology education and heritage tourism.