Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium Tours

At Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium, you don't have to get wet to have a memorable underwater adventure. Take the kids and watch them stare in wonder at the incredible marine life behind the glass.

This collection of aquatic animals is often on the itineraries of visitors to Dauphin Island. But Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium isn't the area's only highlight. Fort Gaines, Fort Morgan, and Dauphin Island Beaches are some other recommended attractions close by.

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Holiday Inn Mobile-Dwtn/Hist. District by IHG

Holiday Inn Mobile-Dwtn/Hist. District by IHG

3 out of 5
Mobile Central Business District
per person
Aug 28 - Sep 2
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Austin (AUS) to Mobile (MOB)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Pictures are misleading. The elevator was TERRIFYING. Thing giggles and the lights flicker.

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Springhill Suites Mobile

Springhill Suites Mobile

3 out of 5
per person
Aug 28 - Sep 2
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Austin (AUS) to Mobile (MOB)
9/10 Wonderful! (724 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mobile - Daphne

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mobile - Daphne

3 out of 5
per person
Aug 28 - Sep 2
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Austin (AUS) to Mobile (MOB)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Best dog friendly hotel in Daphne. Reserved for certain rooms which were clean and smell free as any other non-pet rooms we've ever stayed in. Good breakfast, too.

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Popular places to visit

One of two Civil War forts guarding the entrance to Mobile Bay. This one is actually on the list of the the 10 most ‘endangered’ Civil War sites because of ongoing erosion caused by storms.

Fort Gaines

4/5(46 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Dauphin Island with a stop at Fort Gaines. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Fort Gaines
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

Indian Shell Mound Park

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

Indian Shell Mound Park

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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
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 5A
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 5A
Dauphin Island
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 5A
Brand New High End Build/Furnishings! Sleeps 12 - Gated Community includes pool
Brand New High End Build/Furnishings! Sleeps 12 - Gated Community includes pool
2 out of 5
Dauphin Island
Brand New High End Build/Furnishings! Sleeps 12 - Gated Community includes pool
Here Comes The Sun! Beautiful Island! Pets Welcome!
Here Comes The Sun! Beautiful Island! Pets Welcome!
Dauphin Island
Here Comes The Sun! Beautiful Island! Pets Welcome!
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 6B
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 6B
Dauphin Island
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 6B
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 6A
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 6A
Dauphin Island
Coastal Condos on the Marsh 6A
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.
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
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
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