For starters, plan a day trip to Dauphin Island, a barrier island on the western side of the bay. Dauphin Island offers several public parks, beaches, fishing areas and great points of interest like historic Fort Gaines and the Audubon Bird Sanctuary. The Mobile Mardi Gras celebration has been around since 1703—even before the New Orleans Mardi Gras! During the two weeks of festivities, the streets of downtown are filled with the sounds of marching bands, brilliant floats and parade goers catching beads. To fully understand the thrill of Mardi Gras, you have to experience it for yourself. Mobile is the perfect place to do it!
Pay a visit to the Mobile Museum of Art, one of the largest art museums along the Gulf Coast. Step inside and explore the many special exhibits featuring unique collections of American, European, Asian and African art. See more than 150 alligators in their natural environment at Alligator Alley. This is your chance for an up-close encounter with Captain Crunch, a world record-holding alligator for bite strength who sits majestically at more than 15 feet long. If you are more adventurous than most, you can participate in one of the alligators' three daily feedings.
Named after the all-time home run king and Mobile native, Hank Aaron Stadium is home to the Mobile BayBears minor league baseball team. Check out the stadium's Hall of Fame Circle, paying tribute to Mobile natives that have been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
There are so many exciting things to do in Mobile, AL that you might have to come back year after year to experience it all! Book with Choice Hotels in Mobile today and save!