Alabama is known for having some of the hottest and most humid weather in the country, especially during the summer months. Sure, there are plenty of places to visit once the weather warms up, but one of the best is the town of Gulf Shores. For information about Gulf Shores, including a few of the places you’ll want to visit when the weather is warm, take a look below.
Gulf Shores is located on Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast and is one of the state’s top vacation destinations.
google maps Gulf Shores, AL, USA
Best known for its stunning, white-sand beaches, this coastal town offers many more places to visit, especially when the weather is warm.
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While on the beach, a great place to grab a bite to eat is at the Pink Pony Pub.
google/Brian Rolfes Pink Pony Pub, 137 E Gulf Pl, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
In addition to indoor seating, this iconic restaurant also offers outdoor seating and serves some of the tastiest seafood in the area. If you’re not in the mood for seafood, no worries! The Pink Pony Pub also offers nachos, sandwiches, salads, and more.
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While in Gulf Shores, you’ll definitely want to take a stroll along the Gulf State Park Pier for its incredible ocean views.
google/Gulf State Park Pier Gulf State Park Pier, 20800 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
A stroll through the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge is also a must if you’re a fan of the outdoors.
tripadvisor/Kristin O Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, 12295 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
If you enjoy history, a great place to visit that requires a lot of walking outdoors is Alabama’s Fort Morgan Historic Site. This historic site is a masonry star fort that played a major role in the Battle of Mobile Bay.
tripadvisor/Brett H Fort Morgan State Historic Site, 110 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
And finally, while in Gulf Shores, you’ll definitely want to take a walk on the wild side and there’s no better place to do it than at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. Home to more than 600 exotic animals, this 25-acre zoo is one of the state’s true gems.
google/rb1429 Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, 20499 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
Have you ever visited Gulf Shores, Alabama? If so, what did you think? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
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Gulf Shores, AL, USA
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Pink Pony Pub, 137 E Gulf Pl, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
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Gulf State Park Pier, 20800 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
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Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, 12295 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
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Fort Morgan State Historic Site, 110 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, 20499 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
To learn more about Gulf Shores’ Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, be sure to take a look at the following article: The One Place On Alabama’s Gulf Coast That’s Filled With The Most Breathtaking Scenery.
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