Located on the sparkling shores of the magnificent Gulf Coast is exciting Mobile Bay, the South's Easy Vacation Port. Come enjoy a splash of Southern charm when you visit this historic and distinctive coastal city. Mobile Bay is recognized worldwide for having many unique attractions. The legendary Bellingrath Gardens and Home and the USS ALABAMA Battleship, winner of nine World War II battle stars, are just waiting to be explored. Mobile Bay is also the birthplace of the nation's Mardi Gras, widely known as America's Family Mardi Gras.
Things to do in Mobile
Bragg-Mitchell Mansion
Greek Revival 20-room mansion sits amidst 12 acres of landscaped grounds. Restored interior includes extensive faux-grained woodwork and stenciled moldings; period furnishings. Call (251) 471-6364 for more information.
1906 Springhill Ave., Mobile, AL
Exploreum Museum of Discovery
Natural history, shells, fossils, plant collection. Aquarium, planetarium, star lab, gift shop. Call (251) 471-5923 for more information.
65 Government Street, Mobile, AL
Historic Blakeley State Park
he site of the last major battle of the Civil War. 10.5 Miles of hiking and bike trails and camping. Next to the Tensaw River. Call (251) 626-0798 for more information.
34745 State Highway 225, Spanish Fort, AL
Oakleigh Museum
At the Oakleigh Historic Complex, costumed guides lead you through an intimate experience of 19th century Gulf Coast living in an authentic setting. Oakleigh's three house museums interpret three aspects of daily living in mid-19th century: society, servant and working class. Call (251) 432-1281 for more information.
350 Oakleigh pl., Mobile, AL
USS Alabama Battleship
Courage comes alive at Battleship Memorial Park, one of America's finest military parks. Here, along the shores of Mobile Bay, you'll experience heroism spanning more than seven decades from World War II to Desert Storm. Call (251) 433-2703 for more information.
2703 Battleship Pkwy., Mobile, AL