Southwest Alabama Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Lake Charles featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Where to stay in Southwest Alabama

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Orange Beach East

While visiting Orange Beach East, you might make a stop by sights like Ono Island and Orange Beach Beaches.

Orange Beach East
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Surf Side Shores

When in Surf Side Shores, you can plan a visit to Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Surf Side Shores
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Cotton Bayou

While there might not be top attractions in Cotton Bayou, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Orange Beach Art Center and Orange Beach Beaches.

Cotton Bayou
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Mobile Central Business District

While visiting Mobile Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Saenger Theatre Mobile.

Mobile Central Business District
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Morgantown

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morgantown and surrounding area, you can visit Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

Morgantown
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Cabana Beach

Cabana Beach might not have many top sights, but Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cabana Beach
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Foley Gulf Shores
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Foley Gulf Shores
2.5 out of 5
1517 South McKenzie Street, Foley, AL
The price is NZ$145 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$145
per night
29 May - 30 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Foley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (949 reviews)
"I liked that it included a warm breakfast and that the room was very clean."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Foley Gulf Shores
Perdido Beach Resort
Perdido Beach Resort
3.5 out of 5
27200 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
The price is NZ$713 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$713
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,223 reviews)
"Mine wife and I stayed for 5 days in May of 2024. Pros: Beautiful beaches Beautiful weather Excellent, gracious staff (thanks Marvin!) Great pool deck and outdoor bar. Live music was really good. Voyager restaurant was fantastic. $$$$ Cons: Room HVAC seemed to only have two conditions, warm and humid ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Perdido Beach Resort
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
3 out of 5
23092 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL
The price is NZ$460 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$460
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Orange Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"A last minute trip to rest turned into a lot of rest and a nice view of the Gulf. Would recommend."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
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LAVISH OCEAN OASIS! DIRECTLY on the GULF, POWDERED SAND - ABUNDANT AMENITIES!
LAVISH OCEAN OASIS! DIRECTLY on the GULF, POWDERED SAND - ABUNDANT AMENITIES!
Orange Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Orange Beach. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and a water park. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
Amazing!
"I was very impressed with everything. We enjoyed the views (ocean, sunrise, and full Moon!!) from the balcony. Had everything we needed in condo. Great location. Clean."

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

LAVISH OCEAN OASIS! DIRECTLY on the GULF, POWDERED SAND - ABUNDANT AMENITIES!
Seascape 209 ~ Reduced Rates, Outdoor Pool & $400 FREE Activities Daily
Seascape 209 ~ Reduced Rates, Outdoor Pool & $400 FREE Activities Daily
Orange Beach
Stay at this condo in Orange Beach. Enjoy a water park, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Orange Beach Beaches and The Wharf are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
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"Very nice, just a bit hindered view of the ocean."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Seascape 209 ~ Reduced Rates, Outdoor Pool & $400 FREE Activities Daily
Gulf Front Condo | Outdoor & Indoor Pools!
Gulf Front Condo | Outdoor & Indoor Pools!
Orange Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Orange Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Orange Beach Beaches and The Wharf are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Visit at Tidewater 904
"Property is very nice and reasonably comfortable for the two of us. Would have like a bar top table suitable to dine on the deck, even if it is small. The large chairs (which don't match the picture) were comfortable but not suitable to dine on the center table (too small). Nice details in the kitchen, ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Gulf Front Condo | Outdoor & Indoor Pools!
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Popular places to visit

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Pensacola Naval Air Station

After visiting Pensacola Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pensacola. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Pensacola Naval Air Station
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Gulf State Park

Stretch out on long white-sand beaches at this oceanfront state park. Drive up your heart rate with extreme activities, such as zip lining and parasailing.

Gulf State Park
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Fort Morgan

Learn about the local history of Fort Morgan with a stop at Fort Morgan. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Fort Morgan
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The Park at OWA

Bring the family to The Park at OWA and enjoy this exciting theme park in Foley. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

The Park at OWA
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Perdido Key Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Perdido Key Beach during your trip to Pensacola? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Perdido Key Beach
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The Wharf

Explore the waterfront in Orange Beach with a trip to The Wharf. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

The Wharf

Cities near Southwest Alabama

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Brewton

Foley

Foley

Orange Beach

Orange Beach

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Point Clear