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Experiences

We bring the magic of Gulf Shores to life with curated experiences that blend dining and the ocean’s wonders. Savor a chef-prepared seafood feast, or go for an exclusive coastal catch at sea. Turn every moment into a memory, with the ocean as your backdrop.

Dining

Visit the finest dining in the area for a feast you won't forget.

Original Oyster House

Simply southern seafood! The Original Oyster House seafood restaurant first opened its doors in Gulf Shores in 1983. Our restaurant on the Causeway, overlooking Mobile Bay, opened in 1985. Since then we have proudly served the Gulf Coast the best seafood in a casual atmosphere with genuine southern hospitality.

Website: https://www.originaloysterhous...

Address: 701 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Phone: (251) 948-2445

Fish River Grill

Fish River Grill is Baldwin County’s award winning “Funky Junky Redneck Joint!” With our great seafood, signature cocktails and famous Swamp Soup, you can find out what makes Fish River Grill the best burgers and seafood in Baldwin County!

Website: https://fishrivergrill.com

Address: 1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Phone: (251) 948-1110

Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill

At the end of the day, nothin’ beats a friendly smile, good music, and great tasting affordable food. Amazin’ Grill is where our journey began and it’s still unfussy, adventurous, and all about the food and the experience. Now famous for Navy Cove Oysters harvested directly from our farm in Navy Cove Bay (just two miles away), our commitment to quality continues to include a variety of tasty, made-from-scratch recipes.

Website: https://www.sassybass.com/amaz...

Address: 5160 Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Phone: (251) 975-1010

DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen

A Gulf Shores Tradition – Visit us soon and discover the difference! Award winning DeSoto’s Seafood Kitchen, one of Gulf Shores, Alabama’s favorite family restaurants features fresh seafood, chicken, pasta, steak, home style sides, salads and sandwiches.

Website: https://www.originaloysterhous...

Address: 138 West 1st Ave. Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Phone: (251) 948-7294

Tacky Jacks By Land Or By Sea

Amazing food! Waterfront setting. Breakfast Lunch and Dinner are available everyday at Tacky Jacks along a view to make each visit a great experience. We offer wonderful, casual dining for the whole family with the emphasis on FUN. The Tacky Jacks Brand stands for quality, value, family and community. Come join us and experience Tacky Jacks.

Website: https://www.tackyjacks.com/abo...

Address: 1577 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Phone: (251) 968-8341

Cactus Cantina Mexican Grill

Laid back Mexican cuisine by the beach. Voted best Mexican food on the Gulf Coast! Always fresh and made with a smile. 

Website: https://www.mycactuscantina.co...

Address: 3849 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Suite 1 and 2, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Phone: (251) 943-8115

The Yard Milkshake Bar

The Yard Milkshake Bar is an original concept that combines extreme milkshakes, ice cream, sundaes, and edible cookie dough all in one. This exciting concept includes serving high quality, over the top desserts at many price points. The Yard Milkshake Bar has fast become a social media sensation with the "Instagramable" desserts we produce every day.

Website: https://www.theyardmilkshakeba...

Address: 3800 Gulf Shores Parkway, Suite #218, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Phone: (251) 948-0121

Excursions

Book an exciting excursion for a thrilling adventure that will keep a smile on your face.

Surf's Up Dolphin Cruises

The best dolphin cruise! That is our commitment to you. Since 2011, Surf’s Up Dolphin Cruises has worked hard to provide a memorable experience that will be the highlight of your vacation. That’s why we guarantee dolphin sightings when you cruise with us!

Website: https://surfsupdolphincruise.c...

Address: 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Phone: (251) 965-7873

Gulf Rebel Charters

Fishing for over 60 years off the Alabama Gulf Coast, Gulf Rebel Charter Fishing is a family-owned and operated charter business in Orange Beach, Alabama. We offer family-friendly half-day, full-day, and overnight charter trips, and we will gladly build a trip to suit your needs. Schedule a charter on either of our fishing boats and have a blast with your group!

Website: https://www.gulfrebelcharters....

Address: 4680 Burkart Lane, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Phone: (251) 981-3119

US Navy Blue Angels

Welcome to the 2025 Blue Angels' season! Since 1946, it has been our honor to represent the United States Navy and Marine Corps to audiences both at home and abroad as we showcase the excitement, precision, and power of naval aviation.

Website: https://www.blueangels.navy.mi...

Address: 390 San Carlos Rd. Suite A, Pensacola, FL 32508

Phone: (850) 452-3955

Mobile Bay Ferry

Experience a scenic and practical means of transportation along the Gulf Coast. The Mobile Bay Ferry crosses beautiful Mobile Bay, Alabama and connects SR 193 at Dauphin Island on the west side with SR 180 at Mobile Point on the east. Considered “the Gulf-Coast’s Most Scenic Drive”, the ferry saves travelers hours of driving time plus the high cost of fuel by providing a travel link across the mouth of Mobile Bay.

Website: https://mobilebayferry.com

Address: 1008 Alabama Ave. Dauphin Island, AL 36528

Phone: (251) 861-3000

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