Top 20 Experiences in Alabama
Alabama Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise
This Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise is for individuals, families, small groups, large groups and of course the dolphin lover. Enjoy a 2-hour cruise of the beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast while interacting with local wildlife including the Atlantic Bottle Nose Dolphin.
Orange Beach Sunset Sailing Cruise
Sail Away on Our Alabama Sunset Cruise in the back bays of the Intracoastal Waterway! End another perfect day in Orange Beach, AL with a sunset cruise! Our two-hulled sailboat offers a smooth, stable ride as we sail off into a gorgeous golden sunset. This two-hour sail is aboard the Cetacean, a 52-foot Hawaiian catamaran, and we skim along the back bays of Orange Beach, Alabama and Perdido Key, Florida. Besides watching the stunning sunset, keep a lookout for marine life and coastal wildlife. We often see bald eagles, seagulls, herons, and osprey flying near the boat, schools of fish swimming underneath the boat, and a sighting of some of the dolphins in our resident pod. You cannot forget to bring a camera for this Orange Beach/ Gulf Shores sunset sail! We also have a full-service cocktail bar available for purchase on board!
Big Fun Dolphin Cruise & Sealife Experience ORANGE BEACH ALABAMA
2 Hour Dolphin Cruise, Sea Life Experience, Huge Water Battle All for One LOW PRICE! ***3900 BAYOU ROAD ORANGE BEACH, ALABAMA ***ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE CRUISE FOR CHECK IN ***ALL PASSENGERS MUST BE BOOKED INCLUDING INFANTS Come enjoy a 2 hour Dolphin Cruise on one of our Two Dolphin Fun Boats! We offer a two hour cruise on ever single cruise for ONE low price! Our Sea Life Experience is Fun and Crazy and gets you up close and personal with some of the many species of fish and crustaceans that call our waters home. Try to stump our deckhands with any questions about sea life during your one of a kind cruise. To top everything off, your entire family is invited to join in on our*** water fight. ***WATER FIGHT IS COMPLETELY OPTIONAL. BOTH FUN BOATS HAVE A CABIN FOR THOSE WHO CHOOSE TO STAY DRY. Whether you get wet or stay dry, your family will have a blast! Both boats have a nice restroom, inside seating or outside seating on the decks. Large Boats, Less passengers, More Comfort!
2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Eco Tour from Orange Beach
The Best Dolphin Cruise in Alabama Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or you next trip is free! This is the Premier and by far the most popular cruise we offer. Our two-hour Orange Beach, AL dolphin and nature cruise combines all the features of the dolphin cruise with extra floating time through the hidden creeks of the back bays. We spend the first hour locating and observing our local dolphin pod, and we spend the second hour far up in the swamps. Our knowledgeable tour guide and captain point out the local flora and fauna. You may see osprey and their nests, herons, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks. The Explorer allows us to get as close as safely possible to the banks and the local marine and wildlife. Because the boat only needs 16 to 18 inches of water underneath, we can sneak into creeks and swamps where few other boats can go, providing you with a truly unique and memorable experience.
Orange Beach Dolphin Eco Boat Tour
On our one-and-a-half-hour dolphin cruise, you’ll get an up-close view of our resident dolphin pod. Between 50 and 70 dolphins reside together in our bay, and by paying close attention to them over the years, we have named many of them. We know them by their unique dorsal fins and will introduce you to our water-loving friends when you cruise with us aboard The Explorer. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or you next trip is free! Perfect for families or those just wanting a Dolphin-specific cruise in Orange Beach. Our expert guides can identify many of the resident dolphins and share fun facts about their behaviors, their habitat, and their relationships within the pod.
Dolphin and Nature Sunset Cruise from Orange Beach
Enjoy a beautiful sunset while enjoying one of our signature cocktails! There’s no better way to end the day! Join us aboard our two-hour Orange Beach, AL dolphin and nature cruise. This cruise combines all the features of the dolphin cruise with extra floating time through the hidden creeks of the back bays. We spend the first hour locating and observing our local dolphin pod, and we spend the second hour in the estuaries. Our knowledgeable tour guide and captain point out the local flora and fauna. You may see osprey and their nests, herons, bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, and more. The Explorer allows us to get as close as safely possible to the banks and the local marine and wildlife. Because the boat only needs 16 to 18 inches of water underneath, we can sneak into creeks and swamps where few other boats can go, providing you with a truly unique and memorable experience. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or you next trip is free!
Nickajack Bat Cave Kayak Tour with Chattanooga Guided Adventures
You will get an amazing 3 mile tour just outside Chattanooga, Tennessee at Nickajack Lake and will learn about gray bats, osprey, cliff swallows, blue heron, and other wildlife. Your guide will discuss how they are all interconnected, what is being done to protect these wild animals, and what impact you can do to help the incredible endangered gray bat. We throw in a little history of the Tennessee River and how it became what it looks like today. With a grand finale of watching 100,00 gray bats leave the cave at sunset. This trip runs on Eastern Time.
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
On this three hour WALKING & DRIVING tour, you’ll travel around Birmingham to learn about the struggle for equal rights from the end of the Civil War up through the Civil Rights movement. Your tour will begin at the statue of Reverend Fred Shuttlesworth, the leader of the local movement Civil Rights struggle. We’ll discuss why the Civil Rights movement was needed and what led to segregation's fall. As you visit the major churches, parks and houses, you'll learn about a few groups who fought for Civil Rights in Birmingham and who fought against it.
Orange Beach 90-Minute Sunset Cruise on a Tiki Bar
It is hard to beat an Orange Beach Sunset. If you're looking for a fun new thing to do in the area. There isn't much out there, more unique and relaxing than our beautiful tikis on the water when the sun goes down. Enjoy the fresh cool sea breeze cruising around Orange Beach and its "sheltered waters", with your favorite people, music and drinks. You might get lucky enough to watch dolphins play just a couple feet away.
Orange Beach Islands 3-Hour Excursion
The Orange Beach Islands are a must when you come to visit. Pop open whatever you’d like to drink and let our professional USCG Captain take you around the islands, see the wildlife and natural beauty of Orange Beach. With this 3 hour excursion, enjoy the entertainment of all the crowds and feed off that energy and enjoy yourself. When the Captains anchor off Bird Island, you can then enjoy the water or walk around the Island. It’s a great time! Be sure to bring plenty of Snacks and Drinks (Bring your own Beverages virgin or otherwise). We provide a cooler, ice, cups/shot glasses, bottle openers and bottled water. Booking cancellations or rebooking requests will not be permitted within 24 hours of your trip departure.
Mobile Area Multi-Attraction Pass
Experience a selection of the best attractions in Mobile/ Dauphin Island/ Spanish Fort/ Theodore - all in one money saving ticket! This pass contains 11 ticketed attractions and information on several attractions that are free to the public. Best of all, you are not locked into any specific attraction in advance. An All-in-One ticket allows you an admission to all of the attractions listed on that ticket. What's Included: Bellingrath Gardens Oakleigh House Museum City of Foley Depot Museum and Model Train Exhibit Phoenix Fire Museum USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico Bragg-Mitchell Mansion History Museum of Mobile & Colonial Fort Conde Historic Blakeley State Park Holmes Medical Museum Conde Charlotte Museum Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Dolphins and Wildlife Kayak Experience from Gulf Shores
Just minutes from bustling Gulf Shores, the Dolphins & Wildlife Kayak Experience immerses you in a coastal wilderness and one of the prettiest classrooms on earth. Throughout the experience, we will watch for and learn about Gulf Shores’ Bottlenose Dolphins in their natural environment from the intimate, unobtrusive, and non-threatening vantage point of a kayak while exploring optimal dolphin habitat. Like all wild animals these dolphins can be elusive, and we don’t always see them, but when we do there is nothing like the thrill of being near these magnificent creatures when they choose to show off. Either way, you will come away with an appreciation, understanding, and new found knowledge of dolphins as you learn about their life, history, feeding behaviors, intelligence and communal nature.
90 Minutes Dolphin Cruise from Orange Beach
Embark on a delightful family adventure with a scenic dolphin cruise aboard the Sunny Lady in Orange Beach, Alabama. Discover the abundance of dolphins in the intercoastal waterways while enjoying the fully-equipped boat with open decks, climate-controlled cabins, and a convenient snack bar. Witness dolphins and other marine wildlife up close in a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. To make the most of your experience, consider arriving early, bringing sun protection, cameras or binoculars, and engaging with the knowledgeable crew. Enjoy the cruise with layered clothing, take advantage of the snack bar, and ensure a memorable family photo against the stunning backdrop. Respect the wildlife and check the weather conditions for a smooth and enjoyable outing. It's a perfect opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones!
The Birmingham Ghost Walk - Hotels Churches and Riots Tour
Experience the supernatural like never before with our original Ghost Walk. Our knowledgeable and passionate guides will take you on a journey through the city’s haunted past, sharing spine-tingling tales of ghostly apparitions, haunted houses, and unexplained phenomena. You’ll explore hidden corners and secret alleyways, uncovering the eerie history of the city and the ghostly figures that still haunt it today. Whether you’re a believer or a skeptic, The Hotels, Churches, and Riots Ghost Walk is a must-do experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the supernatural. Book your tour now and prepare to be spooked!
Orange Beach Sun and Sailing Cruise aboard Catamaran
Have you ever experienced a sailing adventure aboard a two-hull sailboat? Two hulls provide stability, ensuring a smooth, relaxing ride. Come enjoy a two-hour sail in Orange Beach aboard the Cetacean, a 52-foot Hawaiian catamaran. With the wind in our sails, the Cetacean skims along the back bays of Orange Beach, Alabama and Perdido Key, Florida. While out sailing, watch the mesmerizing sight of wildlife in their natural habitat as schools of fish surround the boat, our playful dolphins come to say hello, and marine birds dive into the water for breakfast or lunch. We also often spot bald eagles, egrets, herons, osprey, and seagulls flying by! This relaxing Alabama cruise is perfect for couples, families, and groups of friends. We stay in the back bays of the Intracoastal Waterway to ensure a smooth boating experience!
3hr Private Driving Civil Rights Tour
Private 3 hour tour for up to 14 guests on our heated and cooled signature tour bus! Experience some of the most important sites that defined the Civil Rights Movement in America as well as learn some unique Alabama History.
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Discover the rich history of Birmingham, Alabama, on a guided tour that takes you through the city’s most iconic landmarks. Visit Arlington House, our only remaining plantation house in the city limits. The Alabama Theatre, a beautifully restored 1927 movie palace, and the Lyric Theater and learn about its role in the city’s cultural history. Explore the Civil Rights District, where pivotal events of the Civil Rights Movement took place, including the 16th Street Baptist Church and Kelly Ingraham Park. Finally, marvel at the beautiful architecture of the Vulcan Park and Museum, home to the world’s largest cast iron statue. Please note that this tour does not include the interior of the 16th street Baptist Church or The Alabama and Lyric Theaters. This 3 – 4 hour tour gives the best overview of the history of the Magic City.
Huntsville and North Alabama Multi-Attraction Pass
Save and do more as you explore these attractions located in Huntsville and surrounding areas, like the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Cook Museum of Natural Science. Your pass is good for general admission to as many locations you can visit in 1-Day, 2-Day, or 5-Day, depending on your pass duration. What's Included: - Ave Maria Grotto - Burritt On The Mountain - Cathedral Caverns State Park - Cook Museum of Natural Science - EarlyWorks Children's Museum - Huntsville Botanical Garden - Jesse Owens Museum - Rickwood Caverns State Park - Tigers For Tomorrow - U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Downtown Mobile Food Tour
Get your tastebuds ready for an afternoon full of iconic Gulf Coast dishes! - Taste Gulf Coast staples like a true Mobilian! - Hear stories from over 300 years of Mobile history. Walk away knowing the true birthplace of Mardi Gras! - Our tour will include tastings from 7 of downtown Mobile’s favorite restaurants and shops. Enjoy a variety of dishes - fried green tomatoes, beignets, Gulf seafood, BBQ, Paella Fritters, Southern favorites, and yummy sweets!(More than enough for a full meal.) - Visit landmark and iconic restaurants! The restaurants on this tour have been open for a combined 285 years in Downtown Mobile, you’ll eat where the locals eat! - Learn unique fun facts, stories, and the history of Mobile from one of our knowledgeable, Mobile-loving guides. - Visit our website for full information, to see more dates, more tours, to add on the cocktail package, and include allergy information.
1963 Birmingham Civil Rights Experience - Black History Matters Walking Tour
This tour peals back the façade and reveals the true and devastating experience that was the day to day life of African Americans in the most segregated city in the country. Led by Wilhelmina Thomas, who is a storyteller, a needlewoman and a craftivist who grew up on the west side of Birmingham, Alabama in the Riley, Wenonah and Hillman communities. She attended Wenonah Elementary, Riley Elementary and Jones Valley High Schools. Her earliest memories include the church, the civic league and the Civil Rights Movement. It is these lived experiences which fuel passion about Afro, Afro American and Birmingham history.