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May
80°F 26°C
63°F 17°C
2 in 5 cm
Jun
84°F 28°C
70°F 21°C
3 in 7 cm
Jul
86°F 30°C
71°F 21°C
5 in 12 cm
Aug
87°F 30°C
72°F 22°C
4 in 9 cm
Sep
84°F 28°C
68°F 20°C
4 in 10 cm
Oct
76°F 24°C
58°F 14°C
2 in 4 cm
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Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores Craft Farms
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Top-rated restaurants and attractions

Restaurants

S & S Seafood Market
S & S Seafood Market
5 of 5 stars 51 Reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse
LongHorn Steakhouse
4.5 of 5 stars 47 Reviews
Kitty\
Kitty's Kafe
4.5 of 5 stars 119 Reviews
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Attractions

Gulf Shores Welcome Center
Gulf Shores Welcome Center
4.5 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
4.5 of 5 stars 102 Reviews
Gulf State Park
Gulf State Park
4.5 of 5 stars 128 Reviews
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  • Visit Gulf Shores and Orange Beach events
    • 2013 The Color Run 5k
      The Wharf in Orange Beach 23101 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
      May 23, 2013 - May 25, 2013
      Are you ready Gulf Coast? The Color Run is coming to The Wharf on May 25, 2013! Come stay, play, and run with color! See you in May! … more
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    • 100 Days of Summer Kick Off
      The Wharf, 4830 Main Street, Orange Beach, AL 36561
      May 24, 2013 - May 24, 2013
      During the 100 Days of Summer, immerse yourelf in a sensational surround sound and lighting show created especially for The Wharf a unique "Theatre of Imagination" experience to delight the entire … more
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    • 2013 6th Annual Youth Basketball of America Gulf Coast Challenge
      Gulf Shores Middle School, Gulf Shores High School, Orange Beach Recreation Center and Bodenhamer Center
      May 24, 2013 - May 26, 2013
      They shoot, they score! Check out rising stars at the Youth Basketball of America tournament held along Alabama's Gulf Coast. Athletes for around the state compete in this weekend tournament. … more
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    • 2013 USSSA Global State Baseball Tournament
      Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Foley Sportsplexes
      May 24, 2013 - May 26, 2013
      Check out baseball at it's best as USSSA teams hit the fields along Alabama's Gulf Coast. Games played on Friday, Saturday and Sunday! … more
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    • The Sinking of The LuLu
      LuLu's at Homeport Marina
      May 24, 2013 - May 26, 2013
      The ship will be christened at 1 pm, and the party will continue until 3 pm. Later, the ship will debark on a 20-hour tow to the detonation site, where it will be positioned on May 25 for the following … more
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Gulf Shores overview

This resort community is known for its bright white beaches and soothing warm water. Daytime activities include scenic cruises, dolphin-watching and hiking. A great place for families, Gulf Shores has The Track, a family recreation center with bumper boats, and also the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo.

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