Some of our favorite things to do while visiting Sandy Feet Retreat in Gulf Shores
Deep Sea Fishing - $
Hudson Marina
4575 S. Wilson Road, Orange Beach
They have a tour for just about anyone. We took the 4-hour tour on our girls trip and they were wonderful to work with!
Dolphin Cruise - $
Surf's Up
28101 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach
While Alabama doesn't allow tourists to swim with or pet the dolphins you can still go see them in their natural environment. The dolphins love to jump for the boats and the cheers.
Watch the Sunset - Free
1832 W Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores
While there are plenty of places to view the sunset our guests love to watch it from our west pier.
Shore fishing - Free if you have gear
1832 W Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores
Shore fishing is a popular activity along our beach. After you make your catch you can take it out back to our fish cleaning station located on our boat dock.
Sunrise Walk - Free
1832 W Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores
There's no better way to start the day than a sunrise walk along our sugar sand beach.
Shelling - Free
1832 W Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores
Yes you do need another shell and don't let anyone tell you any different! Shelling is best first thing in the morning and during low tide.
Alligator Alley - $
19950 Highway 71, Summerdale
Wanna hold an alligator? It's free with a paid admission to Alligator alley where you'll see tons of gators as you walk through acres of their natural habitat. Don't worry, you'll be safe above them on an extensive boardwalk.
Fairhope Tea Plantation - $
12424 Lyter Ln., Fairhope
Learn all about how a tea plantation came to southern Alabama. And sample some too.
While you're there be sure to save some time to walk around Fairhope, it's a lovely little town.
National Naval Aviation Museum - Free
1750 Radford Blvd, Pensacola, Fl
More planes than you can imagine. Take a self-guided tour or tag along with a group. This is on the Naval base so be sure to bring your Real ID or Passport.
Pensacola Lighthouse - $
2081 Radford Blvd, Pensacola, Fl
The tallest lighthouse on the gulf coast. The view is worth the 177 steps up! The gentleman in this picture was stationed at the top to tell visitors all about it. This is on the Naval base so be sure to bring your Real ID or Passport.
Dauphin Island Sea Lab - $
102 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island
A wonderful, quaint aquarium that's a legit research and educational center. It's worth the trip!