At Perdido Beach Resort, you have access to dozens of Gulf Shores attractions. Whether you're here with family or with a group, there are endless things to do on the Gulf Coast. Nearby Pensacola, scenic beaches, and other adventures make for an amazing Gulf Coast vacation.
If you're looking for more information on nearby things to do in Gulf Shores, Alabama, stop by our concierge, who will be happy to help you discover and book your next adventure on the Gulf Coast.
Sail Wild Hearts
1 Block Away
27200 Perdido Beach Blvd.
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Wild Hearts is setting sail for gulf adventures this spring and summer season on the Florida and Alabama Gulf Coasts. After a complete refit over the winter months, come board this 53-foot, open-ocean catamaran and sail the turquoise waters of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama. Docked at the Perdido Beach Resort, Wild Hearts can comfortably accommodate up to 49 passengers for dolphin cruises and sunset sails, as well as private cruises. Discounts are available on daily cruises for groups of 12 or more.
Florabama
2 Miles Away
17401 Perdido Key Dr.
Perdido Key, FL 32507
The Flora-Bama Lounge and Package (aka The Flora-Bama or "THE BAMA"), located on Perdido Key in Pensacola, Florida, adjacent the Alabama/Florida state line, is a world famous honky-tonk, oyster bar, beach bar, and Gulf Coast cultural landmark, touted as being America's "Last Great Roadhouse". The Flora-Bama takes its name from its location on the Florida-Alabama border line. The Flora-Bama property truly does lie in both Alabama and Florida with the bar sitting right on the line.
Sanroc Cay Marina
1 Block Away
27267 Perdido Beach Blvd.
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Whether you enjoy unique courtyard events, shopping, dining, learning, pampering, dolphin cruises, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, diving, parasailing, jet-skiing, or simply spending a day on our beautiful Gulf water… Everything you need and more is right here at SanRoc Cay!
The Amphitheater at the Wharf
6 Miles Away
23325 Wharf Parkway
Orange Beach, AL 36561
For the biggest entertainment on the coast, look no further than The Amphitheater at The Wharf, with big acts, big sound and a big experience. This 10,000-seat, tiered venue is located at the heart of The Wharf and ensures that each guest has a great view. To make this experience bigger yet, two giant screens flank the stage so that everyone has a front-row view. Surrounded by giant pines and wetlands, The Amphitheater's background is the even bigger, natural beauty of the Gulf Coast.
Tanger Outlet Foley
14 Miles Away
2601 S McKenzie Street
Foley, AL 36535
Tanger features brand name and designer fashions and accessories for the entire family, jewelry, housewares and china, home décor, luggage, toys, books, compact discs, food specialties, and much, much more. You'll find entire stores filled with merchandise from your favorite brands.
Gulf State Park
6 Miles Away
20115 State Highway 135
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Gulf State Park’s two miles of beaches greet you with plenty of white sun-kissed sand, surging surf, seagulls and sea shells, but there is more than sand and surf to sink your toes into. Inside Gulf State Park there is a championship golf course, new beach pavilion, rental cottages, tennis courts, camp sites, hiking trails, and a fishing pier that is 20-feet wide and extends 1,512 feet into the Gulf. This and much more make Gulf State Park the perfect in-state vacation or out-of-state adventure.
Back Country Trail & Eco Tours
14 Miles Away
Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Seven trails among six distinct ecosystems make up more than 15 miles of the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail complex through Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Alabama and the Gulf State Park. Explore the timeless beauty of the Butterfly Garden, the mystical Freshwater Marshes and the Coastal Hardwood Swamps. Catch a glimpse of a Bobcat on the Twin Bridges or a White Tailed Deer on Gulf Oak Ridge. View an Alligator basking in the sun and be sure to bring your camera to capture the adventure.
Waterville USA
8 Miles Away
906 Gulf Shores Pkwy
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Waterville USA, or simply known as Waterville, is a 20-acre water and amusement park located a quarter-mile from the Gulf of Mexico in the city of Gulf Shores, Alabama, on Gulf Shores Parkway.
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
8 Miles Away
1204 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo opened in June 1989 as Zooland Animal Park. The zoo was founded as a private enterprise by Joey Ward of Gulf Shores. In 1991, the Ward family created the Zoo Foundation, Inc., a non-profit corporation, and donated the 17 acres of prime real estate that makes up the zoo today. Three years later, the Ward family and the Erie Meyer Foundation graciously donated an additional 13 acres, which are still undeveloped.
Fort Morgan
30 Miles Away
110 State Highway 180
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Fort Morgan has been standing sentry at the mouth of Mobile bay for 180 years. Built after the war of 1812, the fort was designed to protect the shipping channels of Mobile Bay and the port of Mobile. It was 30 years before the fort had to defend the mouth of the bay. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST, except for the award winning “Tuesday Twilight Tours” in June and July, when visitors can learn about the life at the Fort with — rifle demonstrations, the responsibilities of the Laundress, and cannon firing!
National Museum of Naval Aviation
20 Miles Away
1750 Radford Boulevard, Suite 3465
Pensacola, FL 32508
The National Museum of Naval Aviation is one of the largest and most beautiful air and space museums in the world. Share in the excitement of Naval Aviation's rich history. See 150 beautifully restored aircraft representing Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Aviation. These historic and one-of-a-kind aircraft are displayed both inside the Museum's nearly 300,000 square feet of exhibit space and outside on the Museum's 37-acre grounds.
You'll find a plethora of outdoor things to do in Gulf Shores, from natural beauty to relaxing activities. A stay at Perdido Beach Resort gives you access to the undisturbed Gulf Coast beachfront. Here are several nearby outdoor Gulf Shores attractions.
Gulf State Park
6 Miles Away
20115 State Highway 135
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Two miles of beaches line Gulf State Park. Relax on white, sun-kissed sand against the surging surf. In addition to the quinessential tropical scenery, the state park offers several activities, including golf, tennis, camping, hiking and fishing. Enjoy a plethora of Gulf Shores attractions while visiting Gulf State Park.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
16 Miles Away
12295 AL-180
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
See the undisturbed coastal barrier habitat along Alabama's coast. Bon Secour means "safe harbor" in French and describes the region's sanctuary for native flora and fauna. Here, you'll find Loggerhead, Green, and Kemp's Ridley sea turtles, along with the endangered Alabama Beach Mouse. The area provides a safe haven for these creatures, as well as an opportunity for scientists and students to study them.
Alabama Coastal Birding Trail Away
Beginning at the bridge over Perdido Pass, the Gulf Shores-Orange Beach Loop of the Alabama Coasting Birding Trail presents a perfect opportunity to see the stunning avian wildlife that resides along the Gulf Coast. The east section of Alabama point has several varieties of loons and waterfowl. The west section has seabirds and fishing on the rocks. Boggy Point gives you a view of Robinson Island, a roosting site for herons and egrets.The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, part of Gulf State Park, has one of the last remaining intact maritime forests along coastal Alabama. Dozens of trails throughout the coast make Alabama birding trails excellent opportunities to see the Gulf Coast's rare wildlife.
Our Gulf Coast family resort gives you access to excellent family activities. Toddlers and tweens will enjoy the large zoo, fine beaches, and Waterville USA, our local waterpark. With several dining options onsite, Perdido Beach Resort is the ideal family resort in Gulf Shores. Here are some of the best things to do with kids in Gulf Shores.
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
8 Miles Away
1204 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo opened in June 1989 as Zooland Animal Park. The zoo was founded as a private enterprise by Joey Ward of Gulf Shores. In 1991, the Ward family created the Zoo Foundation, Inc., a non-profit corporation, and donated the 17 acres of prime real estate that makes up the zoo today. Three years later, the Ward family and the Erie Meyer Foundation graciously donated an additional 13 acres, which are still undeveloped.
Waterville USA
8 Miles Away
906 Gulf Shores Pkwy
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Waterville USA, or simply known as Waterville, is a 20-acre water and amusement park located a quarter-mile from the Gulf of Mexico in the city of Gulf Shores, Alabama, on Gulf Shores Parkway.
The Best Family Beaches on the Gulf Coast
8 Miles
The white sands beaches on the Gulf Shores are picturesque places for a family vacation. Relax in a beach chair, or get in the turquoise waters. The beaches overflow with activities. Play beach volleyball, have a picnic in an open-air pavilion, or splash amongst the waves. There's even free parking in some locations.
Seven different golf courses are yours to conquer during your stay at our Gulf Shores, Alabama golf resort. Perdido Beach Resort lies close to several courses scattered across the area. With ocean views and sand traps made with crystalline white sand, Gulf Shores is a golfer's delight. Here are some of the best courses near our golf beach resort.
Lost Key
8 Miles Away
625 Lost Key Drive
Pensacola, FL 32507
Lost Key lies between Pensacola and Gulf Shores, putting you near both sand and city life. Redesigned by the Arnold Palmer Group in 2006, Lost Key's Sea Dwarf Paspalum grass gives you optimum grass speed and playing surface. The course is environmentally friendly as well, being the first Florida course to earn certification as an Audubon International Silver Signature Sanctuary.
Arnold Palmer's Signature Courses at Craft Farms
10 Miles Away
3840 Cotton Creek Circle
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Arnold Palmer decided to create his two golf courses just north of Gulf Shores, along Cotton Creek's whispering trees and babbling water. Cypress Bend boasts a 4 1/2 star rating from Golf Digest, and the 18 hole course has wide fairways and undulating greens. Cotton Creek has 4 stars from Golf Digest. The 18 hole course is spread across 7,000 yards. The course challenges rather than intimidates, and it is a delight for any golfer.
Timber Creek
1 Hour Away
9650 Timber Creek Boulevard
Daphne, AL 36527
Timber Creek lies a short drive away in Daphne, Alabama, amongst a forest of Dogwoods, Magnolias, and Pines. The flowering terrain, featuring colorful leaves, makes the 27 hole course a unique experience amongst the typical coastal courses in the region.
Kiva Dunes
21 Miles Away
815 Plantation Drive
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Former US Open Champion Jerry Pate worked with Kiva's developer, Jim Edgemon, to create a course that winds around the Kiva Dunes estate. These 18 holes get you right up to the waters. Just make sure the sights don't distract you from your next stroke.
Glen Lakes
14 Miles Away
9530 Clubhouse Drive
Foley, AL 36535
Foley's massive course features 27 holes of golfing adventure. Just a short drive from Gulf Shores, this course offers lessons, events, and good food to complement its outstanding course.
Rock Creek
1 Hour Away
140 Clubhouse Drive
Fairhope, AL 36532
Rock Creek gives you award winning golf and southern hospitality. Southern golf architect Earl Stone designed this course for golfers of all skill levels.
Peninsula Golf Club
15 Miles Away
20 Peninsula Blvd
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Peninsula Golf Club has an 18 hole course weaving through gulf coast vegetation, along with other activities like tennis courts, a racquet club, and an 8,000 sq. ft. fitness center.
You'll find exhilarating things to do in Gulf Shores. Nearby state parks and scenic areas offer the opportunity to see nature in new, exciting ways. Here are three excellent outdoor activities in Gulf Shores, and you'll find even more when you arrive at Perdido Beach Resort.
Wild Native Kayaking
9.5 Miles Away
240 E 24th Street
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Wild Native Tours offer several ways to experience Gulf Shore's waterways. The most up-close-and-personal is kayaking, where you can paddle your way through the Gulf's scenic riverways. The Bon Secour River is home to fantastic bird sighting areas, and travelers often see groups of dolphins and manatees. Wild Native also offers boat tours and tours through the delta region on both kayaks and boats.
Watersports on Lake Shelby
6.5 Miles Away
21101 State Highway 135
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Also part of Gulf Adventure Center, Lake Shelby hosts many water sports for you, your friends, and family to enjoy. The 900 acre lake has a soundtrack provided by tree frogs and cicadas. No reservations are required for their paddleboads and kayaks. On the lake, you'll witness wildlife like herons, fish, cranes, and osprey.