Bored with NASCAR? We have an even bigger thrill for you! Thunder on the Gulf roars into town again October 6-9 and it will be bigger and better than ever! The pristine beaches of Orange Beach, Alabama will once again host the Offshore Powerboat Association (OPA) World Championships. The "Thunder" of Thunder on the Gulf ...Read More
While you are visiting the area, be sure to take advantage of the readily available fresh produce from local growers and unique crafts from local artisans. There are several markets that making shopping as much fun as eating. This is a partial list of some well-established markets in the area but be on the look-out ...Read More
Welcome to the beach, smartphone users! We know how much you enjoy your apps - and we are not talking about fried crab claws. To enhance your visit Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism have put several treks on SCVNGR that showcase some of the best things to do while you are here. When you ...Read More
April is not too soon to get in the water for plenty of people. But some people are only interested in swimming when the Gulf feels like a soothing, warm bath. Either way, you don’t have to be in the water to enjoy the ocean. If you have never experienced the thrill of gliding along ...Read More
Go to the Beach – we have miles of pristine beaches for you to enjoy. Typically this time of year the water is more than 70 degrees. If you feel like dipping your toes in, go right ahead. Catch a big fish – experience the thrill of reeling in a salt-water sports fish by booking ...Read More
Just after sundown, you’ll find parents and kids chasing little sand crabs along the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. It’s a fun activity the entire family can enjoy and teaching kids to release their catch is always a good lesson in ecological awareness. Of course, if you’re looking for crabs to cook up ...Read More
Imagine exploring a living classroom where you can learn about estuaries -- the point where where a river meets the sea. Encompassing over 6,000 forested acres, Weeks Bay offers boardwalk trails (all are wheelchair accessible) and hiking trails through miles of protected estuarine habitats. One of the boardwalk trails leads through an awesome Native Pitcher ...Read More
Tucked behind the City Complex on Highway 161, the Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum offers an eclectic look at local history. The building itself is an artifact of the past – a 1910 schoolhouse with its original furnishings. Displays include artifacts and memorabilia dating back to the very first settlers in the area. Native ...Read More