Gulf Shores Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Bowman's Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bowman's Beach during your travels in Sanibel? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Periwinkle Way
During your trip to Sanibel, you can do some window-shopping at Periwinkle Way. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Sanibel Island Northern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Northern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Enjoy a trip to J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and popular activities such as cycling in Sanibel. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Gulf Shores
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
The view was nice
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Overall an excellent stay. Minor issue with the parking lot attendant. They recommended to only turn the A/C down to 72. That is quite warm for me to sleep in. Now the good- The view is amazing. Right on the ocean/beach. So many excellent places to eat nearby. We rented a car but we walked everywhere. ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Room 129 has some wall damage between the toilet and shower. Also under the toilet tank (l had something fall back there) looked like it was leftover construction debris and dust. When l first went in the room l found a peanut M&M on the floor. It’s busy season. Maids are probably pushed to their ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove, Bonita Springs
Property was lovely. View of the golf course from the balcony was nice!
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
DiamondHead Beach Resort
Very clean, super nice staff and the room was more than we expected.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina
Great resort. Free breakfast is outstanding. Room was clean and spacious. Free bikes and beach chairs. I would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gulf Shores
Gulf Pines
While Gulf Pines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.
Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tradewinds
While there might not be top attractions in Tradewinds, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.
East Rocks
While there might not be top attractions in East Rocks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gulf Shores Travel Guide
- Key West Express
- Bonita Springs Public Beach
- Estero Boulevard Beach
- Bell Tower Shops
- Bowman's Beach
- Captiva Beach
- Lynn Hall Memorial Park
- Sanibel Harbour Beach
- Barbara B Mann Hall
- Sanibel Island Lighthouse
- Gulf Coast Medical Center
- Periwinkle Way
- Sun Splash Water Park
- Port Sanibel Marina
- Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
- Times Square
