Why people love visiting lively Gulf Shores
Take a holiday to Gulf Shores and enjoy the area's live music, festivals and theatre scene. This relaxing city is known for its beaches, sporting events and seafood restaurants. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Sightseeing in and around Gulf Shores
Are you searching for top things to see and do while you're in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Gulf Shores a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Waterville USA (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- Gulf Shores Golf Club (1.7 mi / 2.7 km)
- The Track Family Recreation Center (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo (4.7 mi / 7.5 km)
- Adventure Island (5.2 mi / 8.3 km)
- Orange Beach Golf Center (5.7 mi / 9.2 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Gulf Shores
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Gulf Shores is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Gulf Shores Beach (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- Romar Beach (4 mi / 6.5 km)
- West Beach (4.6 mi / 7.4 km)
- Orange Beach Sportsplex (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
- Orange Beach Beaches (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
- Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge (10.1 mi / 16.3 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Gulf Shores
If warm-weather activities are high on your list, August, July, June and September are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 28°C.
How to get to and around Gulf Shores
The nearest airport is in Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.), located 33.4 mi (53.8 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is 35.3 mi (56.7 km) away.