The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Orange Beach, Alabama (AL)

July 26, 2021 Nobuko Falco

A great family beach vacation spot, Orange Beach, Alabama, offers offer wonderful dining experiences, dolphin-sighting cruises, championship golf courses, fishing charters and nature hikes. Choose from national hotel and motel chains, camping or a variety of beach houses for your stay. There are numerous options for nightlife, from family entertainment to rocking roadhouses, enjoy your pick of plays, free concerts, dancing or just listening to any number of musical stylings at a local hot spot.
Restaurants in Orange Beach

1. Orange Beach Welcome Center

23685 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561-6405 +1 251-974-1510 [email protected] https://www.gulfshores.com/things-to-do/orange-beach-welcome-center/
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5.0 based on 280 reviews

Orange Beach Welcome Center

Both welcome centers are open seven days a week .The centers are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Reviewed By kmgalvin16 - Minnetrista, United States

We had a very good experience at the welcome center. We stopped in on our first day of vacation. The woman who assisted us was very nice and answered all of our questions. They are even giving out welcome bags with Orange Beach face masks!

2. Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach

26389 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561-5010 +1 251-981-2787 [email protected] http://www.coastalartscenter.com/
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5.0 based on 102 reviews

Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach

Nestled among stately oaks on the shores of Wolf Bay, this campus features Alabama's only daily, open-access hot glass blowing facility where you can watch glass artists make beautiful hand blown works. Also available is The Clay Studio where you can work with our resident clay artist. Classes are also available in both studios. Our new 10,000 sq. ft. fine art gallery features Gulf coast artists. Oak trees draped in moss and stunning bayfront views make the grounds perfect for weddings and special events. The Art Center is also home for the highly regarded annual fine arts show "Festival of Art" of Orange Beach held the second weekend of March.

Reviewed By drcasil - Cleveland, United States

Fantastic Free place to see local art. Kids enjoys the Hot Shop and seeing the art at the gallery. The outside grounds are also beautiful.

3. Orange Beach Sailing Charters and Sunset Cruises

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5.0 based on 492 reviews

Orange Beach Sailing Charters and Sunset Cruises

The premier Sailing and Sunset charter company in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Alabama. Come see why we have so many wonderful reviews. Our trips are first rate and our visitors always have so much fun. Come visit today!

4. Cetacean Cruises

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5.0 based on 692 reviews

Cetacean Cruises

Dolphin / Nature Tours : Our 2 hour tour takes you to see our resident Dolphin Pod in the calm waters of the Bays of Orange Beach, Alabama. After learning about the dolphins and taking lots of upclose pictures, we then take you into our beautiful bayous for an ecotour, where you may see wildlife ranging from Ospreys, Eagles, Deer or maybe even an Alligator! Smooth Sailing Tours: Come Sail Away with Cetacean Cruises Have you ever experienced a sailing adventure aboard a two-hull sailboat? Two hulls provide stability for a smooth ride without leaning to one side. Come enjoy a two-hour sail at sunset aboard the Cetacean, a 52-foot Hawaiian catamaran. Day sailing tours are great for the entire family! With the wind in our sails, the Cetacean skims along the waters of Orange Beach, Alabama. While out sailing, you’ll see coastal wildlife and marine life all around. Take in the sights and sounds as pelicans and cormorants dive into the water; bald eagles, egrets and sea gulls.

5. Getaway Charters

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Getaway Charters

Getaway Charters offers fun & fishing for your family, friends or clients. First-time anglers to the well experienced anglers are welcome. Come enjoy the beautiful Gulf of Mexico waters off the Alabama Gulf Coast. Half day and full day fishing charters are offered with your choice from a 36' Hatteras, a 46' Hatteras Sportfishing Yacht or a 43" Tiara Express. Comfortable seating with cool a/c. We fish year round.

6. Sail Wild Hearts

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5.0 based on 839 reviews

Sail Wild Hearts

Wild Hearts Catamaran is open and spacious, with plenty of room to stretch out and soak up the sun. If you are the type who likes to amble about the deck to enjoy the sea and spray, be our guest. If you prefer, you can easily duck into the protected cabin for shelter from the elements. Simply sit back and enjoy the ride. Wild Hearts can accommodate up to 49 passengers. Refreshments are available at the onboard bar. For your convenience two restrooms are on the boat.

7. Hummingbird Zipline Course

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5.0 based on 230 reviews

Hummingbird Zipline Course

Open for business at our new location in Orange Beach, AL! Our new, expanded zipline course features 8 giant towers and ziplines. Call or visit our website to book your adventure today!

8. Jet Boat Orange Beach

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5.0 based on 126 reviews

Jet Boat Orange Beach

The Extreme Fun is a 30 foot New Zealand style Jet Boat that's FAST, FUN and TOTALLY WET, CRAZY HUH. Everyone will be screaming for more. There is a 95% chance that you will get wet on this Wild ride, so dress comfortably….

9. Parasail Sky Surfer

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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Parasail Sky Surfer

Sky Surfer is a top of the line, 35ft, Coastguard certified parasailing boat, the biggest and best around! This allows us to offer you and your family the most comfortable, safest experience possible! We are located in Orange Beach, AL and run out of the Perdido Beach Resort Dock.

10. Distraction Charters

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5.0 based on 620 reviews

Distraction Charters

Distraction Charters the first offshore saltwater guide service that specializes in first time, family friendly deep sea fishing charters. All trips are Private, which means your family or group are the only ones on the boat. We can carry a maximum of 6 passengers per trip. We have a professional crew and the owner is your captain and is on every trip to ensure you get the best fishing experience. We offer "G" Rated Atmosphere for the entire family. We specialize in 6 hour bottom fishing and trolling trips. We have well maintained and New Light Tackle Fishing Gear. We promote keep what you need, not what you can. Our 41' Hatteras Sportfishing Yacht is well maintained, safe, clean, air conditioned and comfortable. We have a private restroom and a cabin to get out of the heat. We don't fish in unsafe seas. We are like a hotel. We only need a credit card on file to hold your reservation. We do not charge a deposit like others do.

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