Stay with Choice Hotels in Foley, Alabama and explore the rich history and nature of this Gulf Coast city. With its close proximity to the Alabama Gulf Coast, the city of Foley has an abundance of streams, bays and parks–which means recreational activities abound! It also welcomes visitors with its rich locomotive history that captures the city’s essence. Stay with Choice Hotels and get on board for days of fun with plenty of attractions and activities to enjoy nearby.
Spend a relaxing morning or afternoon on the water with BeachnRiver Canoe and Kayak Rentals. Rent water vehicles of all sorts for up to four hours and paddle through the Bon Secour River where turtles, osprey and other Gulf Coast wildlife call home. Explore the intricacies of an "O" scale model railroad for free at the Foley Railroad Museum. This exhibit is a quarter-mile track complete with buildings you would see in a 1950s community. Board a train at the museum for a free ride around Foley’s Heritage Park to round out your experience. Next, head over to the Holmes Medical Museum, the first hospital in Foley and Baldwin County. Learn how far the medical world has come at this downtown museum full of old medical devices and equipment from 1936 to 1958. After you have seen Foley’s museums, unleash your competitive spirit at the Gulf Bowl. This 30,000-square-foot facility features 24 bowling lanes, a family arcade, pool tables and a restaurant for a day full of entertainment.
Hit the links for a day outdoors at the 7,000-yard Glenlakes Golf Club. This 18-hole course has an extensive practice facility with separate chipping and putting greens, a practice bunker and a driving range. After a round, put down the bag and grab a cold beverage at Eagle’s Nest Grille located in the clubhouse. With your trip winding down, take the opportunity to be active at the 484-acre Graham Creek Nature Preserve. Burn off the energy with plenty of walking, biking, kayaking and more. Set up lunch in one of the picnic areas for a complete day of fun under the sun.
With so much to see and do here, you will want to make sure you have a cozy room for some quality rest and relaxation at the end of the day. Check out the Foley hotels listed above and start planning your Alabama Gulf Coast escape today.