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Gulf Shores, Alabama Family Road Trip Itinerary

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Day 1: Beach Fun Day

Gulf Shores, Alabama

9:00AM

Breakfast at The Ruby Slipper Cafe

Start your day with a delicious Southern breakfast at The Ruby Slipper Cafe.
Drive to The Ruby Slipper Cafe for breakfast.
$20, 1 hour

11:00AM

Relax at Gulf Shores Beach

Spend the morning building sandcastles and enjoying the sun at Gulf Shores Beach.
Drive to Gulf Shores Beach for a relaxing morning.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at The Hangout

Head to The Hangout for a fun, family-friendly lunch with beach vibes.
Drive to The Hangout for lunch.
$30, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

Explore the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo and see a variety of animals up close.
Drive to Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo for a wildlife adventure.
$25, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Fisher's at Orange Beach Marina

Enjoy a seafood dinner with beautiful views at Fisher's at Orange Beach Marina.
Drive to Fisher's at Orange Beach Marina for dinner.
$50, 2 hours
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Day 2: Shopping and Entertainment

Orange Beach, Alabama

9:00AM

Breakfast at Brick & Spoon

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Brick & Spoon in Orange Beach.
Drive to Brick & Spoon for breakfast.
$25, 1 hour

11:00AM

Shop at The Wharf

Explore the shops and boutiques at The Wharf for some retail therapy.
Drive to The Wharf in Orange Beach for shopping.
Variable, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Villaggio Grille

Indulge in a Mediterranean-inspired lunch at Villaggio Grille.
Drive to Villaggio Grille for lunch.
$35, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Mini Golf at Pirate's Island Adventure Golf

Have some family fun with a round of mini-golf at Pirate's Island Adventure Golf.
Drive to Pirate's Island Adventure Golf for mini-golf.
$10, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Ginny Lane Bar & Grill

Enjoy a relaxing dinner at Ginny Lane Bar & Grill before heading back to Gulf Shores.
Drive to Ginny Lane Bar & Grill for dinner.
$40, 2 hours
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Day 3: Historic Exploration

Foley, Alabama

9:00AM

Breakfast at The Drowsy Poet Coffee Company

Start your day with a cozy breakfast and great coffee at The Drowsy Poet Coffee Company in Foley.
Drive to The Drowsy Poet Coffee Company for breakfast.
$15, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit Foley Railroad Museum

Explore the history of Foley at the Foley Railroad Museum.
Drive to Foley Railroad Museum for a historical trip.
$12, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Wolf Bay Lodge

Experience Southern cuisine for lunch at Wolf Bay Lodge.
Drive to Wolf Bay Lodge for lunch.
$30, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Stroll through Heritage Park

Take a leisurely stroll through Heritage Park and enjoy the serene surroundings.
Drive to Heritage Park for a relaxing walk.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Departure to Gulf Shores

Head back to Gulf Shores after a day of exploring Foley.
Drive back to Gulf Shores to conclude your trip.
N/A, 1 hour
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