ABSA 2026

Mobile welcomes ABSA International!

69th Annual Biosafety and Biosecurity Hybrid Conference

Click here to book your guaranteed conference rate!

Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel and The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa are the official ABSA Conference hotels. Book before September 15, 2026, to receive the conference rate.

Downtown

They say the heart of any city is its downtown and ours is beating loudly these days. The…

Things To Do

Being one of the oldest cities on the Gulf Coast, Mobile has always been able to offer visitors…

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Walkability

Experience our downtown entertainment district.

group of people walking in the street downtown Mobile

Cuisine Scene

Gulf-to-table isn’t a movement, but rather a lifestyle.

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Maps & Transportation

Conveniently located at the intersections of I-10 and I-65, the Port City is just a short drive away…

Amtrak

Y'all aboard! Amtrak's Mardi Gras Service between Mobile and New…

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Eco-Tourism

With so many options, it may be hard to decide how to spend a day in Mobile's great outdoors…

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Attractions

Whether you're visiting family in Mobile, coming through town as a tourist or here for business…

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Extend your stay

Come in early, or stay a little later. Mobile has so much to offer!

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Open for Fun Sunday & Monday Activities

Visiting Mobile on a Sunday or Monday? You're in luck! While some attractions take a break at the…

LoDa ArtWalk

Celebrating the arts in downtown Mobile! LoDa ArtWalk is a free monthly event that showcases our…

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Family-Friendly Adventures

Adventures and excitement never stop in Mobile.

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Fun Facts & FAQs

🟠 Mobile is the birthplace of Mardi Gras! We began celebrating Mardi Gras in 1703, one year after the city's founding.
🟠 ArtWalk is Friday, October 9, beginning at 6 p.m. The entire downtown entertainment district participates!
🟠 Uber and Lyft operate in Mobile. Airport transfers to downtown Mobile cost approximately $50.
🟠 MOB City Rides offers quick, convenient golf cart shuttles for $5 per person, per ride. Text or call 251-367-7433!