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City in Alabama, United States
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Orange Beach is a city on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. It has beautiful white sand beaches, but is quieter and cheaper than the Florida beaches nearby.
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Museum 9AM-5PM daily. Fort hours vary by season. $3 for adults. $1 for children. A fort has been at this site on and off since the 1500s. The present fortification date from 1834 to WWII and played a vital part in the Battle of Mobile Bay. Historical tours are given daily in the summer.
The Zoo features many exotic animals, including lions, monkeys and bears. There is also a petting zoo, reptile house and in the summer there are daily animal shows.
Learn about Gulf Coast weather with a video on the Hurricane Hunters. Great exhibition on shrimping and fishing.
Collection of local artifacts and items that tell the area's Native American and fishing history.
A great beach for families and away from the hustle of the other beaches. Facilities are minimal and a small parking fee is charged.
Hwy 59 North. A 25-acre water and fun park. It has waterslides that are for the kiddies and the daredevils. There is miniature golf, go-karts, an arcade, and small carnival rides for younger children.
Numerous courses at varying rates. Gulf State Park has an affordable course. Look up Soldiers Creek, Lost Key and Glenlakes for great courses at very fair prices. Cotton Creek and Cypress bend are both Arnold Palmer designs. Many more.
Fun for the entire family with mini golf, bumper boats, go-karts and arcade.
Great location for hiking with more than six miles of trails. Amazing beach access - worth the hike.
Take a ride on the tallest Ferris wheel in the Southeast. Great views from the top.
Family-friendly mini-golf with a fun pirate theme. Waterfalls, pirate ship and fog machine.
Splash in the water with bumper boats. Ride go-karts, play mini-golf. Dare to try the sky coaster.
A great selection of steamed seafood is on hand at this extremely casual restaurant. They served up platters of freshly steamed seafood, sandwiches and a kids menu with some great appetizers including steamed blue crab claws, raw and steamed oysters and smoked tuna dip. They also serve hand-cut ribeyes, burgers and chicken for the landlover. They offer waterfront dining.
"Just a little beach bar with an amazing view, serving thoughtful food inspired by the Gulf of Mexico. Oh, and the building is made from repurposed shipping containers and we spin vinyl. Come get stoked."
The Flora-Bama Lounge and Oyster Bar (aka The Flora-Bama or "THE BAMA"), located in Orange Beach, Florida, adjacent the Alabama/Florida state line, is a honky-tonk, oyster bar, beach bar, and Gulf Coast cultural landmark, touted as being America's "Last Great Roadhouse". The Flora-Bama takes its name from its location on the Florida-Alabama border line. The Flora-Bama property truly does lie in both Alabama and Florida with the bar sitting right on the line...
This modern breachfront hotel is 4.5 miles from Waterville USA's amusement park and 4.7 miles from the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. All rooms offer contemporary decor, balconies and custom-designed beds, plus free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, microwaves and Keurig coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas. Parking is free. There's a casual restaurant serving cooked-to-order breakfast and light lunches, as well as a 24/7 pantry and a poolside tiki bar. Additional amenities include a fitness center, beach access, an indoor/outdoor heated pool and 2 hot tubs. There's also a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms.
This modern hotel overlooks Orange Beach and is a 2-minute walk from Adventure Island amusement park, and a 5-minute drive from Gulf State Park. The contemporary rooms come with private balconies, desks, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers, plus microwaves and minifridges. Wi-Fi is free, while kids 19 and under stay free with an adult. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, an outdoor pool, a pool-side bar and a hot tub, as well as free parking and breakfast. Business facilities include a business center and meeting space for up to 80 delegates.
Off State Route 182, this contemporary beachfront hotel is a 5-minute walk from downtown Orange Beach. Classic rooms feature free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with HD channels, plus coffeemakers, desks and custom-designed beds. Suites add private balconies, living areas, minifridges and microwaves. In addition to the free daily hot breakfast (on-site) and weekday breakfast bags to go, there's an indoor/outdoor pool and a fitness center. Other amenities include an on-site tiki bar, a business center, meeting space for up to 320 people, plus free parking.
This modern seafront hotel is 1 mile from Adventure Island and 2.4 miles from the Orange Beach Marina. The sophisticated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, coffeemakers and flat-screen TVs. They also come with minifridges, microwaves and desks, while upgraded rooms add balconies, ocean views and pull-out sofas. The property offers free parking and continental breakfast. Other amenities include beach access, a seasonal outdoor pool and a business center.
The Wharf is the Gulf Coast's most inviting shopping and dining destination with exciting retail and dining options. Choose from a variety of restaurants and eateries on site with options for romance, family and friends. Enjoy fine dining, casual southern flair, and local seafood favorites at The Wharf's array of restaurants. From Daiquiri Bars to Cigar Bars, The Wharf has an active night life. Listen to live music and cheer on your favorite sporting teams at The Wharf's late night venues. When rest and relaxation is in order, pamper yourself at one of our spas and salons with a rejuvenating treatment, massage or new hair style. Shopping at The Wharf is a unique experience. Browse dozens of locally owned boutiques and one-of-a-kind shops-designed to delight the most seasoned shopper. Retail at The Wharf has a little bit for everyone. Shop for fashions for the whole family, home interiors, sports gear, souvenirs and more!
Shopping-mall chain featuring a variety of brand-name & designer outlet stores. Find great savings on merchandise from your favorite designer and name-brands direct from the manufacturer at stores like: Coach, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren, Talbots, White House Black Market, Nike, Chico's, Kenneth Cole, and Reebok.
By car
The Gulf Shores and Orange Beach areas are easily reached from Interstates 65 and 10 as well as US Hwy 98.
By ferry
A ferry service is available between nearby Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island. The ferry landing is approximately 25 miles west of Hwy 59 on West Fort Morgan Road.
By boat
Boaters can reach Gulf Shores and Orange Beach via the Intracoastal Waterway. The Tennessee-Tombigbee provides a link between the Intracoastal and numerous ports in the midwest.
By car
The cities of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are connected by two main east-west highways. The most southern one is Highway 182 (known locally as Beach Blvd).
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