Southern Alabama, AL

Travel Guide

Horse drawn carriage on plantation
Mobile, Alabama, USA downtown skyline
Nature at it's very finest! 
All my life I said that I would live in the woods, far from a town or neighbors. I have a house on 30 acres of land, seven miles from a two red light town. My neighbors are few. I know them well, but we rarely interrupt the solitude of  each other. I'm living my dream! God loves me. I shot this photo last spring, it's what I see no matter what direction I look to every morning of my life! #MyBackyard #trees #forest #woods #blue #sky #landscape #nature #foliage #colors #pines #oaks #sweetgums #maples #sunlight #natural #country #outdoors #Alabama #America
Visitor's to West Alabama, should definitely take some backroads just for fun!  
I've been passing by this thing for years, telling myself that I needed to get a shot. I finally stopped last month, but I didn't like any of my shots, so yesterday I took a few more. It's a John Deere, but I don't know the model or the year. Do you?
 #antique #tractor #decay #backroads #outdoors #country #Alabama
An old house where my cousin's once lived, and we played on the porch. Taken on a cloudy, lonely day in Thomaston, Alabama, USA. #Alabama  #house #architecture #antique #memories

Where to stay in Southern Alabama

Turtle warning.

Gulf Highlands

While visiting Gulf Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

Gulf Highlands
The beach at Gulf Shores, Alabama

Surf Side Shores

While Surf Side Shores isn't home to many top sights, Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Surf Side Shores
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Morgantown

5/5(1 area review)

While Morgantown might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.

Morgantown
Mobile, Alabama, USA downtown skyline.

Mobile Central Business District

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Mobile Central Business District, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Saenger Theatre Mobile are top sights worth seeing.

Mobile Central Business District
old wooden pier at sunset

The Wharf

If you're spending some time in The Wharf, The Wharf Amphitheater and The Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

The Wharf
Nature trails in Orange Beach Alabama Gulf State Park

Cabana Beach

When in Cabana Beach, you can plan a visit to Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cabana Beach
Beachside Resort Hotel

Beachside Resort Hotel

2 out of 5
610 W Beach Blvd Gulf Shores AL
$98 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$114 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,576 reviews)
Great location. Easy access to the beach. We loved the on site ice cream shop!

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Beachside Resort Hotel
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
112 West Beach Boulevard Gulf Shores AL
$213 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$247 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this resort in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
This was an amazing property. The staff and the hotel as a whole was great. I would most definitely stay here again. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley

2.5 out of 5
2970 Koniar Wy Foley AL
$127 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$142 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Foley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions The Park at OWA and The Wharf are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (411 reviews)
It's a great place, just overpriced for what is provided.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
stayAPT Suites Dothan

stayAPT Suites Dothan

2.5 out of 5
259 Hospitality Ln Dothan AL
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dothan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews)
Can’t beat it for the money. Room was clean and comfortable. Neighbors a bit noisy around 2:00am

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

stayAPT Suites Dothan
Phoenix All Suites West Hotel

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel

3.5 out of 5
533 W. Beach Blvd. Gulf Shores AL
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (805 reviews)
At night it sounded like someone was dragging or moving furniture above us. Other than that everything was great.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Phoenix All Suites West Hotel
On The Beach.Perfect for Quiet Beach Lovers!Discount weekly rate available.

On The Beach.Perfect for Quiet Beach Lovers!Discount weekly rate available.

Gulf Shores AL
Book a stay at this beach condo in Gulf Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (325 reviews)
Host was helpful.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

On The Beach.Perfect for Quiet Beach Lovers!Discount weekly rate available.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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