The Mobile Bay area is recognized worldwide for having many unique attractions. Plan your visit to The Kate Shepard House and celebrate the relaxed rhythm of the coastal lifestyle found only in Mobile. Visit https://www.mobile.org/ to find out more about the exciting things to do and see on your vacation including Bellingrath Gardens and the USS Alabama.
Area Attractions
Historic Oakleigh
Visit WebsiteVisit historic Oakleigh to experience one of the most exquisite and decorative fine art collections in the south where over 1,000 artifacts interpret life in Mobile between 1830 and 1900.
Bellingrath Gardens
Visit WebsiteExperience 65 acres of year-round floral splendor and tour the magnificent Bellingrath home. Magic Christmas in Lights during December will showcase over 3 million lights & 605 animated displays. Open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed December 25.
Shopping
If shopping’s your passion, Mobile, Alabama is the place for you! Shopping opportunities abound citywide. There are two regional shopping malls in the midtown area, specialty shops sprinkled throughout the city, sprawling antique malls, mom-and-pop establishments, and trendy, upscale boutiques. Knowledgeable bargain hunters make the short drive to check out one of the nation’s leading outlet malls, where shoppers can spend the entire day snapping up bargains.
Fort Condé Welcome Center
Visit WebsiteFort Condé Welcome Center has all the information on things to see and do in Mobile. The Fort Condé volunteers have a wealth of knowledge and are more than happy to assist you in planning your Mobile visit. Visit the Gift Shop, where you find great Mobile Bay souvenirs, assortment of jewelry, children’s items and books. Open seven days a week, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and Mardi Gras Day.
Explore “The Mighty A”
Visit WebsiteThe USS Alabama and Battleship Memorial Park is dedicated to all Alabama Citizens who have worn the uniform of all branches of the United States Armed Forces. The Park’s numerous artifacts, exhibits, and displays all point to the fact that the Park is America’s most unique military attraction. Come see for yourself.
The USS Alabama is easily the most recognizable symbol of the State of Alabama and is easily a day’s outing for all ages.