Fort Gaines Tours

Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
Fort Gaines had an important defensive role over the years. Now a historic site, you can just imagine some of the scenes its mighty walls have witnessed.

This history-filled fortress is situated in Dauphin Island, a destination that has so much on offer! Fort Morgan, Dauphin Island Beaches, and Dauphin Island Public Beach are other interesting sightseeing choices nearby when you're done at Fort Gaines.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Mobile I-65@ Airport Blvd

Hampton Inn & Suites Mobile I-65@ Airport Blvd

3 out of 5
Price was $626, price is now $527 per person
$527
per person
Oct 30 - Nov 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Mobile (MOB)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Too noisy, children running around unsupervised. Water spilled on the elevator no staff on site to clean it up.

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Holiday Inn Mobile-Dwtn/Hist. District by IHG

Holiday Inn Mobile-Dwtn/Hist. District by IHG

3 out of 5
Mobile Central Business District
Price was $660, price is now $549 per person
$549
per person
Oct 17 - Oct 21
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Minneapolis (MSP) to Mobile (MOB)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Staff was helpful and professional

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Dauphin Darling 4 Units

Dauphin Darling 4 Units

2 out of 5
Old Dauphin Way Historic District
Price was $1,784, price is now $1,497 per person
$1,497
per person
Oct 30 - Nov 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Mobile (MOB)
No reviews

Popular places to visit

Dauphin island may 2017

Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary

Enjoy an outing to Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary during your stay in Dauphin Island. You can enjoy the seafood restaurants while in the area.

Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary
Fort Morgan

Fort Morgan

4/5(220 reviews)

Experience southern United States military history, lounge on soft white-sand beaches and explore quiet natural parks in this beautiful Mobile Bay destination.

Fort Morgan
Crane fishing on the beach.

Fort Morgan Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fort Morgan Beach during your trip to Fort Morgan?

Fort Morgan Beach

East End Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East End Beach during your trip to Dauphin Island? You can enjoy the seafood restaurants while in the area.

East End Beach

Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium during your travels in Dauphin Island. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium

Indian Shell Mound Park

Explore the great outdoors at Indian Shell Mound Park, a lovely green space in Dauphin Island. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.

Indian Shell Mound Park

Best Lodging Options Near Fort Gaines

Gulf front home with private dune walk over, internet, & washer & dryer

Gulf front home with private dune walk over, internet, & washer & dryer

Dauphin Island
Gulf front home with private dune walk over, internet, & washer & dryer
Brilliant Gulf-front home with balcony, central AC, washer/dryer, & dog-friendly

Brilliant Gulf-front home with balcony, central AC, washer/dryer, & dog-friendly

Dauphin Island
Brilliant Gulf-front home with balcony, central AC, washer/dryer, & dog-friendly
Summer Escape – Coastal Condos on the Marsh 5A

Summer Escape – Coastal Condos on the Marsh 5A

Dauphin Island
Summer Escape – Coastal Condos on the Marsh 5A
New High End Build/Furnishings! Max 12 guests - Gated Community includes pool

New High End Build/Furnishings! Max 12 guests - Gated Community includes pool

2 out of 5
Dauphin Island
New High End Build/Furnishings! Max 12 guests - Gated Community includes pool
Gulfview duplex with loft, full kitchen, and washer and dryer.

Gulfview duplex with loft, full kitchen, and washer and dryer.

Dauphin Island
Gulfview duplex with loft, full kitchen, and washer and dryer.
Beach Front Dauphin Island - Large Condo Sleeps 6 Dauphin Surf Club

Beach Front Dauphin Island - Large Condo Sleeps 6 Dauphin Surf Club

Dauphin Island
Beach Front Dauphin Island - Large Condo Sleeps 6 Dauphin Surf Club
Gulfview duplex with panoramic views, large balcony, and internet

Gulfview duplex with panoramic views, large balcony, and internet

Dauphin Island
Gulfview duplex with panoramic views, large balcony, and internet
SUMMER BLOWOUT, FAMILY RATES!!

SUMMER BLOWOUT, FAMILY RATES!!

Dauphin Island
SUMMER BLOWOUT, FAMILY RATES!!
Waterfront House on Dauphin Island! Perfect Location!

Waterfront House on Dauphin Island! Perfect Location!

Dauphin Island
Waterfront House on Dauphin Island! Perfect Location!
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