THINGS TO DO

Family Fun in
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Go-karts, waterparks, parasailing, and more. The Gulf Coast has enough family attractions to fill every day of your vacation — or keep the kids entertained year-round.

Top Family Attractions

The spots families come back to year after year — rain or shine, there's always something to do.

Go-kart racing

The Track Family Fun Park

GO-KARTS

Gulf Shores

Six go-kart tracks including the famous Wild Woody elevated wooden track. Plus Mini Golf, Blaster Boats, Skycoaster, Spinning Coaster, and Fat Daddy's Arcade with 5,000 sq ft of games. Easily a full day of fun for the whole family.

Mini golf course

Adventure Island

ATTRACTIONS

Orange Beach

Indoor and outdoor attractions with two 18-hole mini golf courses featuring waterfalls and an erupting volcano. Home to one of the largest redemption arcades in the region. A go-to rainy day option and a hit with kids of all ages.

Waterpark slide

Waterville USA

WATERPARK

Gulf Shores

A Gulf Shores staple with a full waterpark, mini golf, go-karts, escape rooms, and a massive arcade featuring a Top Golf simulator and bowling. Perfect for a full day when you need a break from the beach.

SkyHigh Parasailing over Orange Beach

SkyHigh Parasail

ADVENTURE

Orange Beach · (251) 981-4444

The premier parasailing experience in Orange Beach. Flight durations are approximately 8-10 minutes at 800 feet. Spot dolphins and sea turtles from the air — a bucket-list item for any Gulf Coast trip.

Kayaking on calm water

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

OUTDOORS

Gulf Shores · Orange Beach

Explore the calm waterways and bays behind the beaches. Rentals and guided tours are available everywhere — paddle through back bays, spot dolphins, and enjoy a quieter side of the coast. Great for all skill levels.

Amusement park ride

OWA Amusement Park

THEME PARK

Foley · 20 min drive

A full theme park and water park just 20 minutes north in Foley. Roller coasters, thrill rides, a splash pad for little ones, plus shopping and dining in the Downtown OWA district. Worth the short drive.

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

ANIMALS

Gulf Shores

The "Little Zoo That Could." Get up close with lemurs, kangaroos, and anteaters. Features unique animal encounters and a beautiful new facility in Gulf Shores. A family favorite for decades.

Kiva Dunes Golf Course

Kiva Dunes Golf Resort

GOLF

Fort Morgan

Consistently ranked the #1 golf course in Alabama. A stunning links-style course that winds through coastal dunes and scrub oaks. Even if you don't play, the Kiva Beach Club is a premium spot for lunch.

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