Relax and reconnect with your loved one with a trip to Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Our area is ideal for a couple’s getaway, no matter the time of year.
Savor the local flavor at fan-favorite restaurants. Experience new and exciting adventures in the area. Soak up sunsets at the best spots along the coast. Relax on the beach. Create a masterpiece together. The options are endless.
Keep the following fun things to do top of mind when planning a Gulf Coast getaway with your sweetheart.
Romantic Dining for Two
Our area’s many restaurants are all worth writing home about, with unique menus filled with delicious options aplenty. You can’t go wrong with whichever ones you choose! There are some date-night destinations, however, that really shine when it comes to romantic backdrops.
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To add to the linked list above, other noteworthy spots for romantic dining include:
- Big Fish Restaurant in Orange Beach—This Orange Beach eatery offers a quiet, elegant atmosphere and award-winning food and service.
- Louisiana Lagniappe—For tried-and-true, Gulf-fresh seafood with Creole flair, this waterfront restaurant is just the ticket.
- The Gulf—Though a casual dining spot, you can’t beat the stunning Gulf views this restaurant offers—or the delicious fare and creative cocktails.
- The Tin Top Restaurant & Oyster Bar—You’ll have to travel off the beaten path to get to this gem, but it’s worth the short drive from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The restaurant’s remote location and award-winning chalkboard seafood specials have made it a go-to for locals and vacationers alike since 2004.
Beachside Strolls
Is it really a couple’s getaway to the beach if you don’t take a stroll along the beach? Especially when there’s 32 miles of pristine shores to enjoy!
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Experience a quiet sunrise as you watch boats sail out in the morning and birds fly overhead. Dip your toes in the sand and soak in the sun’s rays during an afternoon walk. Take a leisurely stroll along the beach at sunset and watch the blue skies change to pinks, purples, and oranges.
There are a number of swoon-worthy spots to watch a sunset that will make a romantic beach stroll a one-of-a-kind experience you’ll always remember.
Kayak Excursions
Rent a kayak or book a kayak tour with one of our local outfitters for an adventurous yet relaxing couple’s activity.
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Paddle through the waters of the Gulf, or discover the swamps and freshwater lakes of the Back Bay Blueway. There are 21 launch sites across Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan that offer their own unique trails.
Experience the sights and sounds of local wildlife as you simply enjoy each other’s company. For an even deeper experience, you can schedule a guided tour of the back bays to search for bottlenose dolphins and learn more about our stretch of the Gulf Coast.
Dolphin Cruises
Few things are as romantic as a sunset cruise taking in sparkling turquoise waters and dolphins jumping nearby.
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This dream can become a reality with one of the several dolphin cruise companies in Coastal Alabama. Schedule your cruise and sit back and enjoy the view and a nice breeze. Some cruises even offer a meal onboard!
Make Something Together
Wrap up your romantic trip by creating a unique souvenir together. Use the Gulf Coast’s beautiful scenery as inspiration to create a piece of art or a distinct scent that reminds you of your trip.
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Visit the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach and make a pottery piece in the spinning wheel at The Clay Studio. Learn about glassblowing and make your own piece at The Hot Shop, also located at the Coastal Arts Center.
If art isn’t your thing, you can still be creative together. Visit High Cotton Bath Company in Orange Beach to create your own unique perfume, lotion, or soap scent from one of their 250+ essential oil blends. Once you return home, you’ll both be reminded of your vacation every time you use your creation.
Explore our website for more fun experiences on the Gulf Coast!