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7 can’t-miss things to do on Alabama’s Gulf Coast, with tips for couples and families, plus two ready-made 7-day plans. Free in your inbox.

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Cover of The Gulf Shores Beach Trip Guide showing a Gulf view balcony at sunset7 things to do
Why Gulf Shores

Reasons to put Gulf Shores on your calendar

Sugar-white sand, warm water and a laid-back Southern pace. Here is what draws couples and families back year after year.

Wooden boardwalk leading to the white sand beach and the Gulf
Boardwalk to the Gulf
Balcony view over the Gulf of Mexico in Gulf Shores
Gulf views
Aerial view of a resort pool and lazy river steps from the beach
Pool days

  • Soft white sand and warm, clear water

    Wide, walkable beaches with room to spread out, whether you want a quiet morning or a full beach day.

  • Wildlife and nature close by

    Dolphins, dunes, coastal trails and wide-open skies are a short trip from the sand.

  • Something for every age

    Sandcastles for toddlers, adventures for older kids and relaxed days for the grown-ups.

  • Sunsets made for two

    Golden-hour walks, waterfront dinners and the kind of evenings couples plan trips around.

  • Good plans for cloudy days too

    A trip here doesn’t depend on perfect weather. There are plenty of rain-day backups.

  • Fresh Gulf seafood and beach-bar fun

    Casual spots with your toes near the sand, live music and local favorites.

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We did the planning. You pick the favorites.

  • 7 numbered must-dosThe top attractions, in the order we would do them.
  • Couples and family tagsSee at a glance what suits a romantic trip and what the kids will love.
  • Two 7-day plansA relaxed couples’ plan and a family plan you can follow as written.
  • Insider tipsQuick “good to know” notes for every stop, on a print-ready letter-size guide.
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Joey and Liz, hosts at Emerald Tide Reserve
From your hosts

We grew up vacationing on the Gulf, and now we host here

Hi, we’re Joey and Liz. We both vacationed in Gulf Shores as kids, and for over three years we’ve welcomed guests to Emerald Tide Reserve, our beachfront resort condo. This guide holds the spots and tips we share with every guest.

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