| Whether you are escaping the city for a romantic | | | | absolute blast for adults and children alike. Adventure |
| getaway with your partner, taking a family vacation, | | | | Island is a fun amusement park that boasts bumper |
| or spending a week partying with your buddies, there | | | | cars, go-kart tracks for children, laser tag, paddle |
| are an endless amount of attractions to enjoy when | | | | boats, and much more. |
| you stay in a Gulf shores beach rental, including the | | | | Attractions Geared Towards History Buffs and |
| beach itself. You can spend your days sunbathing and | | | | Nature Lovers |
| napping on the beach or you can hit the water for | | | | If anyone in your group staying at the Gulf Shores |
| some kayaking, windsurfing, swimming, surfing, scuba | | | | beach rental is into history, they will be delighted to |
| diving or snorkeling. | | | | find out that that the area boasts several historical |
| Snorkeling | | | | attractions. Fort Morgan is a national historical |
| When most people think of snorkeling, they probably | | | | landmark that was built in the first half of the 1800s. |
| envision the turquoise waters and tropical fish of the | | | | There is a museum at the site as well as guides and |
| Caribbean. However, the Gulf Coast in Alabama | | | | actors who explain the history of the area. Just |
| offers excellent snorkeling as well. One of the most | | | | minutes away from Gulf Shores, you'll find Dauphin |
| well-known snorkeling/scuba diving shops in the area | | | | Island, which features historic Fort Gaines. For a |
| is the Down Under Dive Shop. The dive shop rents | | | | complete historical tour of the area, take the ferry |
| out a mask and snorkel for only around $10. The | | | | that runs year-round from Fort Morgan to Fort |
| shop even offers snorkeling trips at around $35 per | | | | Gaines. |
| person. When snorkeling in the area, just watch out | | | | If you love nature, visit the Weeks Bay National |
| for the jellyfish that are abundant in the area. They | | | | Estuarine Research Reserve. This reserve protects |
| sting! | | | | 3,000 acres of coastal habitats. There is an |
| Family-Oriented Activities | | | | interpretive center located there where you can view |
| If you are staying in a Gulf Shores beach rental with | | | | indoor exhibits and a live animal room. The Bon |
| your family, you may want to check out one of the | | | | Secour National Wildlife Refuge Beach on Fort Morgan |
| many family-centered attractions in the region. | | | | road boasts miles of pristine, unspoiled beaches. |
| Waterville USA is a water park is home to water | | | | There is a walking trail there as well where you can |
| slides appropriate for family members of all ages. | | | | see an astounding variety of birds and enchanted |
| There is also a fun arcade at the park. The Alabama | | | | forest. |
| Gulf Coast Zoo is also a great place to take your | | | | No matter what the motive of your vacation may |
| children. The zoo has been featured on the Animal | | | | be, you will find plenty to do to remain entertained |
| Channel numerous times. Although it is a small zoo, it | | | | and content during your stay at a Gulf Shores beach |
| is very clean and has a broad assortment of animals. | | | | rental. There are a host of attractions available to |
| If you are interested in seeing alligators, go to | | | | satisfy any kind of traveler. So the next time you |
| Alligator Alley, where you can observe over 150 | | | | are on the Gulf Coast and feel like getting out of |
| alligators in their natural environment. Pirate's Island | | | | your rental for a little while, explore some of these |
| Adventure Golf is another big hit for families in Gulf | | | | lovely attractions for the ultimate vacation. |
| Shores. This pirate-themed mini golf course is an | | | | |