Gulf Shores Guidebook
Food scene
We usually begin our trip here the night we arrive. Prepare for the Bushwackers.
139 locals recommend
Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe
601 W Beach BlvdWe usually begin our trip here the night we arrive. Prepare for the Bushwackers.
Great local live music. Do yourself a favor and order the Tuna Nachos.
23 locals recommend
The Cove Bar and Grill
131 Cove AvenueGreat local live music. Do yourself a favor and order the Tuna Nachos.
Worth the short drive from Gulf View. Great Oyster Dishes and both indoor and outdoor seating.
16 locals recommend
The Flying Harpoon 2
23479 Perdido Beach BlvdWorth the short drive from Gulf View. Great Oyster Dishes and both indoor and outdoor seating.
The Gulf - Orange Beach
27500 Perdido Beach BoulevardGreat beach-side outdoor dining.
Great breakfast spot for the family. Cool 50’s theme and and tons of breakfast treats for the kids.
44 locals recommend
Sunliner Diner
100 E 2nd AveGreat breakfast spot for the family. Cool 50’s theme and and tons of breakfast treats for the kids.
Great local brewery with live music. Get a flight and try four different beers and be sure to try a pint of Rod’s Reel Cream Ale.
69 locals recommend
Big Beach Brewing
300 E 24th AveGreat local brewery with live music. Get a flight and try four different beers and be sure to try a pint of Rod’s Reel Cream Ale.
This is a great New Orleans breakfast place. Family friendly and great Bloody Marys.
62 locals recommend
Ruby Slipper Cafe
24151 Perdido Beach BoulevardThis is a great New Orleans breakfast place. Family friendly and great Bloody Marys.
Family Entertainment
These are recommendations to keep the kids entertained if they are tired of the beach.
Outdoor amusement park with go-kart tracks & bumper boats, plus roller coasters & arcade games.
160 locals recommend
The Track
3200 Gulf Shores PkwyOutdoor amusement park with go-kart tracks & bumper boats, plus roller coasters & arcade games.
Gulf State Park
20115 State Park RoadMiles and miles of hiking and biking trails.
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
20499 Oak Rd EGreat family fun
Located on the Beach of Gulf in walking distance to Gulf View, The Hang Out is the Best Family Seafood restaurant on the Gulf Coast. The Hang Out is known family fun, great food, live music and endless summer!
401 locals recommend
The Hangout Gulf Shores
101 E Beach BlvdLocated on the Beach of Gulf in walking distance to Gulf View, The Hang Out is the Best Family Seafood restaurant on the Gulf Coast. The Hang Out is known family fun, great food, live music and endless summer!
City advice
Getting around
Park or Drive
You can park your car in the reserved space at Gulf View and not move again before you leave. Plenty of gift shopping, eating and entertainment within walking distance. This is important to many people during busy season when traffic can get thick. During slow season, getting your vehicle in and out of the unit is very easy and there is a lot of entertainment along the coast or further inland.
Ways to save
Cook / Eat Economically
Use the kitchen equipment that we provide at the unit. There should be everything you need to prepare meals for all of your guests. There is also a grocery store within walking distance. There is also. Waffle House within Walking Distance and as most people know, their meals are very affordable. Lots of value for your money.