Mobile, AL Outdoor Recreation Itinerary
How do you like to explore? By foot on a boardwalk? With a paddle in hand? On a serene park bench? Pick your path and your pace and discover Mobile’s amazing and diverse outdoor opportunities!
DAY ONE
CHECK-IN
No matter what you’re looking for, we have a place for you! Choosing the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel as your home during your stay will give you stunning views of the Mobile River, breath-taking sunsets and the hustle and bustle of the port.
EXPLORE THE WATER
From kayaks and canoes to airboats and fishing tours, there are numerous ways to enjoy and explore nature! Start your visit off with a tour of the delta with Mobile Kayak Rental Company. Experience the thrill of high-energy fun on an airboat ride with Airboat Express!
THE LoDa STROLL
Experience the history and culture of downtown Mobile’s Lower Dauphin Street Historic District. You’ll find some of the best shops, sips and photo-op spots! All within a few blocks of each other, you’ll discover many art galleries full of works from a variety of local artists. Take home a piece of Mobile from Bienville Souvenirs or pick up a new outfit or a funky gift from the local start-up incubator Urban Emporium. Enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail at one of our many bars or pubs along Dauphin Street!
DAY TWO
ROAM OUR WILDERNESS
You could spend all day exploring Historic Blakeley State Park, the site of Apalachee Indian Village, 1820's riverfront town and the site of the last major land battle of the Civil War. Situated in the wetlands of Mobile Bay, you will enjoy exploring Meaher State Park with a stroll along the boardwalk that gives you one of the best views of the Mobile Delta. Adventure into over 250,000 acres of waterways, woods, wetlands, natural beauty and regional history at 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center. With so many options, it may be hard to decide how to spend your day in Mobile’s great outdoors!
DON’T MISS THE BOAT
Enjoy dinner on the water while cruising along the Mobile River. The Perdido Queen offers a variety of dinner cruise choices and is sure to give you the best view of our Mobile sunsets. We take food seriously in Mobile, choose from a variety of restaurants to satisfy any cravings!
Perdido Queen Cruises
Enjoy dinner on the water while cruising along the Mobile River.
DAY THREE
EXPERIENCE THE ESTUARY
The Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab is home to 31 aquariums and a 7,000-gallon stingray touch pool. Visual and interactive exhibits will teach you about the fourth largest estuary system in the United States! While you’re on island time, visit the Audubon Bird Sanctuary, which is one of four top spots in the nation for viewing spring migration!
DINE AL FRESCO
No matter what you are craving … homemade pasta, farm-to-table or the best taco plate, you’re sure to enjoy a fabulous meal while dining outdoors in downtown Mobile.
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