The 10 Best Free Things to do in Mobile, Alabama (AL)

November 16, 2021 Cedrick Jardin

Mobile (/moʊˈbiːl/ moh-BEEL; French pronunciation: ​[mɔ.bil]) is the county seat of Mobile County, Alabama, United States. The population within the city limits was 195,111 as of the 2010 United States Census, making it the third most populous city in Alabama, the most populous in Mobile County, and the largest municipality on the Gulf Coast between New Orleans, Louisiana, and St. Petersburg, Florida.
Restaurants in Mobile

1. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

2 South Claiborne Street, Mobile, AL 36602 +1 251-434-1565 http://www.mobilecathedral.org/
Excellent
78%
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5.0 based on 429 reviews

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

Reviewed By MarianD1934 - Birmingham, United States

I had the distinct pleasure of visiting the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception after 25 years. The cathedral had been completely renovated and decorated. Although two of the beautiful stained glass windows were out for restoration, the interior is beautiful with its towering ceiling, murals, statues, marble floors, gleaming mahogany pews. The Mass was beautiful, as well as the choir with its resounding organ. A real sentimental and beautiful experience to attend Mass there. We were excited an adult baptism, First Communion and Confirmation of a young man was celebrated during the Mass. The exterior of the church with its huge columns, and gold domed roof, beautiful garden and entry, along with the park across the street with beautiful three tiered fountain, and a unique ornamental iron trimmed gazebo was an added treat. I could not have been more pleased to see the cathedral after all these years.

2. Church Street Historic District

Mobile, AL http://www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com/AL/Mobile/districts.html
Excellent
62%
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4.5 based on 50 reviews

Church Street Historic District

Home to several beautiful 19th-century houses.

3. Firehouse Wine Bar and Shop

216 Saint Francis St, Mobile, AL 36602-2913 +1 251-421-2022 http://firehousewinebar.com/
Excellent
64%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 25 reviews

Firehouse Wine Bar and Shop

4. Environmental Studies Center

6101 Girby Rd, Mobile, AL 36693-3323 +1 251-221-5000 http://www.mcpsesc.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 25 reviews

Environmental Studies Center

This place is a nice choice for an educational outdoor setting located at 6101 Girby Road. They are part of the Mobile County School Board and open to the public also. They have an indoor classroom as well that houses some of their snakes, birds, and other various reptiles.Outside they have animals which were rescued or donated to them that are not able to be released into the wild due to an injury or other reason. The facility outdoors house dozens of animals to view by following the trails such as deer, a bald eagle, golden eagle, coyotes, racoons, owls, and even a goat. Viewing of the animals vary depending on circumstance. They occasionally get in different animals.They have a lake with ducks, fish, and even an American alligator. You simply drive there, follow the drive and signs posted for the parking area, walk inside the office, sign in, leave a donation in the container if you would like to help them with items and supplies for the animals, then tour the establishment. If viewing the inside, be sure to ask what rooms you can see since sometimes field trips are taken there and classes may be held. Please keep in mind that this is also a healing place for some of these animals and the people that work their take great pride in their job as well as keeping this place a nice home for their animals so please be courteous and follow the rules posted, stay on the trails, and don't try to touch the resident animals on the property.The staff are exceptional and usually someone is available to answer questions you may have. Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Saturday and Sunday CLOSED

5. Mobile Bay

Mobile, AL http://www.mobile.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 144 reviews

Mobile Bay

Reviewed By DannyWasserman - Virginia Beach, United States

We enjoyed our Baywatch and watched the shrimpers all through the bay catching their shrimp on their trawlers. Very peaceful and so close to the Gulf of Mexico.

6. A & M Peanut Shop

209 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36602-2717 +1 251-438-9374 https://www.facebook.com/A-M-Peanut-Shop-133049710070516/
Excellent
63%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 59 reviews

A & M Peanut Shop

7. Haberdasher

451 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36602-2403 +1 251-287-1976
Excellent
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Haberdasher

Reviewed By 141bobh - Atlanta, United States

First rate destination on Dauphin Street. Great bar with knowledgeable bartenders, excellent drinks and craft beer varieties. The food is 5 stars, facilitated by an innovative, self-ordering and delivery system with muted pagers. The design, ambience and overall flow of this place was well thought out. A pleasure to experience.

8. Medal of Honor Park

1711 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695-4541
Excellent
63%
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4.5 based on 40 reviews

Medal of Honor Park

9. Toomey's Mardi Gras store

755 McRae Ave, Mobile, AL 36606-4538 877.450.5077877.450.5077 http://www.toomeys-mardigras.com/
Excellent
58%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Toomey's Mardi Gras store

Reviewed By SouthSkookPorkchop - Orwigsburg, United States

I am a northerner who stopped here with my good buddy from Mobile. The place is huge and a great place for souvenirs. I spent about $50 and got a ton of stuff for family, especially my kids. If in Mobile, you should stop and browse.

10. Magnolia Cemetery

1202 Virginia St, Mobile, AL 36604-2366 +1 850-453-4108 http://www.magnoliacemetery.com
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 41 reviews

Magnolia Cemetery

Reviewed By FrickeNomads - Effingham, United States

I’m one of those people that likes to visit cemeteries as I feel it can give you an interesting historical perspective of the local area. At this location there is also a national cemetery with a good number of Confederate soldiers. As you walk about you’ll notice a good number of unique headstones, many dating back from the mid to late 1800’s. There is evidence the smallpox or perhaps consumption epidemic which took place in the 1880’s. Definitely worth a visit.

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