- TripBuzz found 100 things to do with kids in or near Gulf Shores, Alabama, including 74 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Orange Beach, Fairhope, Foley and Pensacola.
- From Pirate's Island Adventure Golf to Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, the Gulf Shores area offers 68 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Mini Golf, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Recreation Centers.
- With the motto Small Town, Big Beach, its easy to see what draws visitors to Gulf Shores, Alabama. The coastal community features light, soft sand and water excursions to enjoy in the warmer months including fishing, boat cruises and watching the dolphins play close by. The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo and the annual fairs and festivals invite tourists to visit year round.
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Menu includes country fried steak with eggs, philly sandwiches, ham and cheese omelets, shakes, and pancakes
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260 votes
3201 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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Pirate's Island Adventure Golf is not only a mini-golf course, but also a place where the entire family can spend a few hours. As its name suggests, the site is riddled with pirate lore.
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1204 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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With programs such as the Zoo Camp designed especially for children, the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is the permanent home to more than 500 animals, including lions, tigers and monkeys. It also has a reptile house and an aviary. Daily shows are programmed in each summer.
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Gulf Shores Beach is a scenic white-sand beach commonly visited during the warmer months of the year. Visitors to the beach enjoy swimming, relaxing in the sand, or viewing the marine wildlife (including dolphins) that live in the water.
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906 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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A wave-pool, pumping slides, a mini-golf course and a go-kart race track are only some of the things children enjoy at Waterville USA.
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The Zooland Mini Golf Course is a miniature golf course very near the zoo. Those wanting to play this older course pay one fee and get to play as long as they want.
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The Gulf State Park has plenty of campsites on its site with all the modern amenities included, which can accommodate both RVs and tents. Also, it has many lakes and beaches.
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1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Ste 269, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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Led by a fishing captain with 18 years of experience, Little Lagoon Fishing provides visitors with the opportunity to fish along the Gulf Shores. Inshore, near shore, and back bay fishing trips are available.
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20115 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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Besides being the longest fishing pier in the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf State Park Fishing Pier also has indoor seating and souvenir shops. It has 2448 feet available for amateur and professional fishermen.
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3200 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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The Track Family Recreation Center is the place where children can play mini-golf, ride the go-karts, play with aquatic bumper rides. There are many fun activities for children of all ages.
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Offering an expansive space for off-leash play and exercise is Gulf Shores Dog Park. Located near camping grounds, the park offers a safe, fenced in area, shaded trees and seating areas for dog owners.