Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
1204 Gulf Shores Pkwy
Gulf Shores AL,
(251) 968-5731
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is tucked away just blocks from the beach and is
home to more than 290 animals. Lions, tigers, bears, monkeys and macaws are
just some of the creatures that inhabit this Gulf Coast oasis. There's also
a petting zoo, reptile house, aviary and daily animal shows in the summer.
Big Lagoon State
Recreation Area
12301 Gulf Beach Hwy
Just north of Perdido Key
(850) 492-1595
A variety of colorful wildlife call this state park home; Gray foxes, great
blue herons, and possums are just a few that share the pine flats, sand
dunes, and salt marshes. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the parks’
well-maintained natural trails, campsites, and picnic areas. Families will
appreciate the snack bar and rest facilities. Don’t miss the observation
tower’s panoramic view of Big Lagoon.
Gulf Islands National Seashore/Johnson Beach
Perdido Key, FL
(850) 492-7278
On the eastern end of Perdido Key, Johnson beach is a popular area for
walkers, joggers, and cyclists. A self-guided nature trail winds past salt
marsh and maritime forest, and intrepid explorers can journey by boat or
foot to Fort McRae.
National Museum
of Naval Aviation
1750 Radford Blvd.
Pensacola, FL
(850) 453-2389
The National Museum of Naval Aviation is one of the largest and most
elaborate air and space museums in the world. Share in the excitement of
Naval Aviation's rich history. See over 140 beautifully restored aircraft
representing Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Aviation.
Perdido Key State Recreation Area
Perdido Key, FL
(850) 492-1595
The park’s barrier island location buffers it from heavy winds and tides,
making it an oasis for delicate shore birds and other coastal animals.
Picnickers and hikers will enjoy the scenery of sea oats, wild rosemary, and
white sand.
Pirates Island
Adventure Golf
3201 Highway 59
Gulf Shores AL,
(251) 968-4653
Two fun filled 18 hole courses. Island atmosphere, plenty of shade, tropical
flowers, cascading waterfalls, caves, pirate ship and cool sea fog.
The
Track Family Recreation Center
3200 Gulf Shores Pkwy
Gulf Shores, AL
(251) 968-8111
Enjoy the fastest fun around on The Track's Wild Woody- a go-kart track that
rides like a roller coaster! The Track offers fun, excitement and
entertainment for everyone in the family with miniature golf, bumper boat
rides, carousels, ferris wheels and more.
Waterville
U.S.A.
906 Gulf Shores Pkwy
Gulf Shores, AL
(251)948-2106
Enjoy all of the sun- with none of the sand! Waterville has recently added
thrilling new tubing adventures like the Screamin' Demon and The Black
Widow. Add Wa-Wa- World, and Waterville is suitable for all ages!
Sightseeing & Dinner Cruises
A Southern
Rose
Orange Beach AL
(251) 981-7673
Mon - Sat doing Dolphin Trips (2 hour sightseeing rides) and dinner cruises
Thurs - Sat nights (food catered from Bayside Grill) or private parties for
up to 146 passengers. The upper deck is A/C and a bar is open on the boat.
American
Star Dolphin Cruise
4547 S. Wilson Boulevard
Orange Beach, AL
(251) 981-1155 or (251) 447-627
Watch one of the Gulf’s most enchanting inhabitants in their natural
environment! Cruise along the Bay and see playful dolphin pods weave through
emerald waves. Exciting, entertaining and informative, the dolphin cruise
brings a remarkable, living world to its guests. The ship has restroom
facilities and a snack bar.
Blue Dolphin
Cruises
29603 Perdido Beach Blvd
Orange Beach AL
(251) 981-2774
The Blue Dolphin is a Sightseeing and Dolphin Watch Cruise Boat with private
charters available. Regular cruise is approximately 1 1/2 hours covering
15-17 miles of inland water only. Live narrated cruise by the Captain starts
from Perdido Pass progressing close by North side of Ono Island, Ono Bay,
and into intra coastal waterway.
L.
A. Watersports
25991 W. Perdido Avenue
Orange Beach,AL
(251)550-8000
Listen to the Dolphins with the area’s only underwater hydrophone. See birds
of prey, alligators, native plants, and much more! Learn about the ecosystem
with a close-up and personal look at the beautiful waterways around Orange
Beach. This 40' Pontoon boat holds 32 people and has a bathroom and a snack
bar. Coolers are welcome.
Sailaway
Charters
24231 Gulf Bay Road
Orange Beach AL
(251) 974-5055
Windy Ways sailing adventure is a 3 hour cruise aboard a 48' ketch,
Max. 6 people at one time. All sails are in the back bays and bayou's.
Explore Longs Bayou and Wolf Bay on this narrated nature tour with Captain
Skip and mate Janet.
Arts & Entertainment
Pensacola
Little Theatre
400 S. Jefferson Street
Pensacola, FL
(850) 434-0257
Pensacola Little Theatre is one of the oldest, continually producing
community theatres in the Southeastern United States. Founded in 1936,
Pensacola Little Theatre has been providing residents and visitors to the
Pensacola Bay area with quality theatrical productions, educational
programming and special events for over 60 years.
Pensacola Opera
Company
75 S Tarragona Street
Pensacola FL
(850) 433-6737
The mission of Pensacola Opera is to enrich the culture of the Northwest
Florida Region by producing professional opera performances, educational
programs and other opera-related community events for people of all ages,
interests and backgrounds.
Quayside Art
Gallery
5-17 East Zarragossa Street
Pensacola, FL
(850) 438-2363
In historic Pensacola’s Palafox district, an old firehouse houses the works
of over 100 artists, The Quayside is the Southeast’s largest co-op. Browse
the art, and enjoy the building, which while preserved, remains largely
unchanged since its construction in 1873.
Saenger Theatre
118 S. Palafox Street
Pensacola, FL
( 850) 595-3880
A carefully restored member of the National Register of Historic places, the
beautiful Saenger Theater features a series of Broadway productions, and
hosts regular concerts by the likes of Harry Connick Jr. and Wynton
Marsalis.
(251) 224-1000
(877) 942-7325 (toll free)
501 Club 251-224-0501
Barefoot Cottage 251-980-1212
Be-Jeweled 251-943-6336
Blue Girl Beading 251-224-2323
Bobby Chan 251-980-2426
Bungalows 251-224-5555
Coastal Couture 251-224-1499
Coldwell Banker South Shore Realty 251-981-8282
Dippin' Dots 251-224-3687
Fishtales 251-224-1910
Frontera Mexican Restaurant 251-224-4745
Fusion Aveda Spa.Salon 251-224-4247
Galati Yacht Brokerage 251-974-5468
Ginny Lane Bar & Grill 251-224-6500
Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry Co. 251-224-6700
Guthrie's 251-224-1693
H20 by HL Hood 251-980-6260
Joe Dunn Arts 251-224-1759
Johnny Rockets 251-224-6060
Just off the Beach Bizarre / Bazaar 251-224-1695
Live Bait 251-224-2248
Little Things 251-224-6906
Melanie's II 251-224-5211
Meintje's 251-224-1680
Merle Norman 251-224-5214
Michelle's Beach House 251-981-7474
Monsters From The Deep 251-980-JAWS (5297)
Ooh La La 251-224-5252
Our Cigar Bar 251-224-1687
Papa's Pizza 251-224-6065
Pensacola Blues 251-224-6541
Rafters Restaurant and Sports Bar 251-224-6900
Rave Motion Pictures 251-981-4444
Regards From The Beach 251-974-5555
Sand Dollar Life Styles 251-224-1660
Shades 251-224-1700
Starbucks 251-224-7827
Surfer Girl 251-224-1490
The Bag Lady 251-224-5239
The Sugar Shack & Deli 251-981-4600
The Wharf Store 251-224-6000
Tickled Pink 251-224-PINK (7465)
Top Nails 251-967-2778
Tropic Sol by Caribongo 251-224-TSOL (8765)
Twisted Whiskers & Co. 251-224-PAWS (7297)
White Cabana 251-224-5210