Mobile summers bring the sunshine...and the heat! But don’t sweat it. Whether you’re visiting or local, here are some fun and refreshing ways to beat the heat and still enjoy everything the city has to offer.

 

Explore Air-Conditioned Attractions

Cool off indoors at places like the History Museum of Mobile, Exploreum Science Center, Mobile Museum of Art, or the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf, where the exhibits are interactive and the A/C is always on point.

Treat Yourself to Ice Cream or a Frozen Drink

Stop by Cammie’s Old Dutch Ice Cream Shoppe for a float, cone or milkshake. If you want your dessert with a twist, sip on a Bushwacker from Original Oyster House or one of the deliciously flavored daiquiris from Wet Willies. 

Catch a Breeze on the Water

Hop on an Airboat Express tour through the delta, cruise the bay aboard the Perdido Queen, or head to Historic Blakeley State Park for a sunset cruise.

Hang Out in the Shade

Mobile is full of shaded parks and squares—Bienville Square, Washington Square, and the trails at Langan Park are perfect for a picnic or peaceful stroll beneath the oaks.

Shop & Sip Indoors

Spend an afternoon exploring downtown boutiques and galleries like Urban Emporium, Do Goods Mercantile and Sophiella Gallery. Unwind with a frozen cocktail at a local bar like POST, The Haberdasher or B-Bob’s—bonus points if you find a spot with a cool mural nearby!

Catch a Movie

Escape the heat with a comedy show or concert at the Saenger Theater downtown or with family-friendly fun at the City of Mobile’s Summer Drive-In Movies.

No matter how high the temps climb, there are plenty of ways to stay cool while soaking in the best of summer in Mobile!