Surf Side Shores Travel Guide
Gulf Shores
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Popular places to visit
Gulf Shores Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Gulf Shores Beach, a popular beach in Gulf Shores. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this relaxing area.
Fort Morgan
Learn about the local history of Fort Morgan with a stop at Fort Morgan. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Fort Morgan Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fort Morgan Beach during your trip to Fort Morgan?
Waterville USA
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Waterville USA during your visit to Gulf Shores. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Hangout Music Fest
Hangout Music Fest is just one of the places to see in Gulf Shores, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Gulf Shores Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Gulf Shores at Gulf Shores Golf Club. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.
Things to do
Orange Beach: Dolphin-Watching Eco-Boat Tour
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
Orange Beach: Dolphin Eco Sunset Cruise aboard The Explorer
2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach
Orange Beach: Dolphin & Sailing Cruise Aboard 52' Catamaran
Top hotels in Surf Side Shores
Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront
clean room and staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Beachside Resort Hotel
The staff was great! Location is amazing! So close to many great restaurants and other entertainment!Was so cold that weekend but really enjoyed the stay at the beachside resort!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort
Very nice, clean hotel. My suite was spacious with a wonderful view, I enjoyed my stay. Staff were friendly and helpful. The only cons I have are the beds and pillows were very uncomfortable and I wish the parking options were better. Also, housekeeping did not come in and clean like I thought they ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Foley
Room spotless; staff great
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel
Staff was Amazing!!! Whatever you needed they were there to help you, have a question, they were there to answer it. Valet service was flawless & quick! We didn't eat anywhere on the property but several other people in our group did and raved about the food.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Orange Beach - Gulf Shores by IHG
Staff excellent and property very clean.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Surf Side Shores
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.
Gulf Highlands
While visiting Gulf Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach.
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.
Fort Morgan Pines
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fort Morgan Pines and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Morgan Beach and Fort Morgan.
Brigadoon Trail
Brigadoon Trail might not have many top sights, but West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Plash Island
While Plash Island may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf Shores Golf Club.
