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Mobile Alabama Tours: Trolley, Walking, Bus, Boat Or Hop On Hop Off

What kind of tours and where can I find information about tours in the Mobile, Alabama area?

The Mobile, Alabama area has vast selection of tours from bus, walking, boat, trolley or a hop on hop off tour for your group or family.  Either on land or on the water checking out the history of Mobile where four flags have flown over the city or finding out about the ecosystem on the delta, find what you need here.

Here you will find a detailed listing of all the tours, locations and details and how you can get involved in finding out about the history and the surrounding water ecosystem of the 

Airboat Express

Tour the Mobile delta with an exhilarating ride on an airboat.  These boats will seat up to six persons and depart from the Original Oyster House restaurant on the Causeway in the Spanish Fort area.

Tour guides will take you on an excursion to see the wildlife in the Mobile-Tensaw Delta area.  These flat bottom, air powered boats allow the guides to take you where normal boats can’t go.

Reservations and a four person minimum is required for each tour.  This company has an excellent safety record and fully insured.

Airboat Express offers four touring options:

• One Hour Eco Tour – tour guide will show off the local plants, trees, flowers, birds and yes, the alligators.  A highly educational tour for anyone interested in learning about the native, natural wildlife of the Mobile Delta and photographers.
• Half Hour Fun Run – This tour is all out!  An ½ hour of fast turns and wild rides. You’ll still get a peek at the alligators, but fast enough not to get caught by them.
• One Hour Sunset Tour  – Perfect for photographer’s.  Just like the One Hour Eco Tour, but at sunset at 7pm during the summer months.  This however requires a minimum of 6 passengers.
• Half Hour Night Tour – Also called the “Alligator Adventure” because this is the time you’ll be guaranteed to see some big ones!  Alligators feed at night, so open water is the best place to see them. You’ll see their eyes light up at night. However, this tour is extremely seasonal and is dependent on the weather, temperature and wind conditions.  So, call in first to see if it’s available.

Tours are held between 10am and 4pm in the Spring and Fall months.  Summer times are 8am to 11am (it’s hot here). Sunset and Night tours vary, so call for details.  Night tours start 30 minutes before sunset.

Pricing is as follows:

Taxes are not included and children pricing is based on 12 years old or younger.  Cancellation requires a 48 hour time frame. All cancellations after 48 hours will be charged full price.

They are closed from November 15th to February 1st each year.  It is recommended that you make your reservations 24 hours in advance.  Groups smaller than the recommended per each tour above will be combined with other groups when available.

An online shop is available to purchase T-shirts and gift souvenirs and gift cards are available online.

Contact Airboat Express at 251-370-7089 or visit the website for additional details .

Tour Categories :

Guided, Tour, Boat, Interactive (no you don’t swim with the alligators, but you can take pictures).

Wild Native Tours

Here is another service with multiple tour options that also shows off the Tensaw Delta region around Mobile Alabama.

Wild Native Tours offers launch points at three different areas.  Two near Mobile and one in the Gulf Shores area.

• The Delta Wildlife Kayak Tour launches in Spanish Fort, AL at the 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center at Bartram Landing.  This is about 10 minutes from downtown Mobile and 
• The Secretly Awesome Tour departs from Cooper Riverside Park which is just minutes away from the hotels in the Mobile downtown area. 
• The Dolphins & Wildlife Kayak Experience departs from Happy Harbor Oyster Bay at 4159 County Road 6 in Gulf Shores, AL 36542

The Delta Wildlife Kayak Tour

Launches about 10 minutes from downtown Mobile Alabama and provides amazing scenic views of wildlife and beautiful sunsets.  

Pricing: Cost is $49 dollars for adults and $41 dollars for children under 18.

Time: It lasts about 2 hours and is a yearly.  Times can change due to the season you visit.

The Secretly Awesome Tour

This is a boat tour on a fully enclosed, handicap accessible vessel with restrooms on board.  You can bring along a meal and drinks including your camera and binoculars for viewing the wildlife and historic scenes.

You will see the Port of Mobile, which is the 10th busiest port in the US and the 4th largest estuary which is Mobile Bay.

Pricing:   Cost is $28 dollars for adults with Seniors, military and children under 18 for $22 dollars.

Time: This tour lasts about 2 hours and required advance reservations.  It is open year around except for major holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Special Notes: Contact 251-272-4088 or [email protected] for private group charters or book online.  Cancellations must happen 3 days in advance with no cancellation fee.  See the full cancellation and disclaimer policy below. Tipping is not required, but accepted if you so choose to give.

The Dolphins & Wildlife Kayak Experience

This tour includes a kayak rental, life jacket, paddle, bottled water, a guide and gear transport.  Make sure you have comfortable clothing and can keep your camera and/or binoculars secure. Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses wouldn’t hurt either.

NOTE: Be sure to bring that signed waiver too.

While you are not guaranteed to see them, the bottlenose dolphin is the star of this show.  You will learn about the feeding habits, their history and the intelligence they have.

Pricing:   Cost is $65 dollars for adults children under 18 for $52 dollars.

Time: This tour lasts about 3 hours and required advance reservations.  Time frame varies from season to season. Suggest calling to confirm.

Wild Native Tours also holds:

• Seasonal Tours
• Private Group Tours
• Educational Group Tours
• And Birthday Experience

Group or Individual Memberships Available

You can buy an individual plan and get unlimited “Delta Wildlife Boat Eco Tour” for one year, Special Member Only Tours, 10% off any tour, charter, rental, birthday package or merchandise.  They start at $49 per year for adults and $39 for children under 21, seniors and military personnel.

Corporate packages range from Employee of the Month program, Silver Corporate and Gold Corporate Memberships.

Purchase memberships here and see additional details and restrictions.

Their Cancellation Policy and Disclaimers – 

For reservations cancelled 3 or more calendar days in advance, there will be no cancellation fee.

Cancellations 2 calendar days in advance will be charged a 50% cancellation fee.

Cancellations within 1 calendar day of event will be charged a 100% cancellation fee.

If tour is cancelled by tour operator due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or refund. Guests will be notified in the event of a weather related cancellation. Due to rapidly changing weather along the Gulf Coast, most weather related cancellations will not be made until day of event.

All tours depart at scheduled departure time. Boats and tours will not be held due to late arrivals. No reschedules or refunds will be issued for late arrivals.

Website And Links

Tour Categories: Guided, Tour, Boat, Kayak, Walking, Interactive (no you don’t swim with the alligators, but you can take pictures).

Dora Franklin Finley African-Amercian Heritage Trail

Experience the rich history of Mobile’s past and how the African-American community contributed to enriching the community and history of this great city.

This organization has four different tour options to choose from:

• Step On Bus Tours where your group charters a bus and their tour guide joins you, narrating the trip with a map for your driver.
• Self-Guided Tours can be taken on your own.  The official website has detailed maps and audio clips of the different history locations where you can complete a self-guided tour.  NOTE: The website is not mobile optimized, but you can zoom in and click on the different history locations and then click the audio file to hear detailed information about each site.
• School Bus Tours work like the Step On Bus Tours, but are for 4th grade classes in the Mobile County area.
• Downtown Walking Tours meet in Cathedral Square in downtown Mobile.  Contact the office for detailed information on these tours or to schedule one.  The walking tours cost $20 per person or $10 of Senior citizens and students.

A downloadable brochure guide and map is available online.

Connection Details:

Eric Finley at 251-725-2236 or email him for reservations or additional details.

Tour Categories: Bus, Walking, Guide, Tour, School, Self-Guided

Bay City Tours

This company has several tour packages, but they can create a personalized tour for you, your family or business.

Here are the basic tour packages found at Bay City Tours

Historic Mobile Alabama Tour

This is a four day tour designed for your group on your bus.  Your group will arrive and check in at your hotel where your personal guide will meet your group on your touring bus. This tour will take in the historic garden districts of Mobile Alabama and a city managed museum.  Refreshments will be served at one of the antebellum homes on the route. Your group will then enjoy dinner at one of Mobile’s fantastic restaurants and then returning to your hotel. This tour is 7 hours long and ranges from about 1pm to 10pm at night.

Day 2 is a 12 tour from about 9am to 9pm where you enjoy breakfast at your hotel before departing.  On this day, you will tour several private homes that are open ot the public and then lunch at one of the area’s restaurants.  You’ll then take a self-guided walk thru the famous Bellingrath Gardens and Home. Then back to your hotel to have dinner at another outstanding Mobile restaurant.

Day 3 involves putting on your walking shoes and taking in breakfast on one of the most awarded USS WWII battleships – The USS Alabama.  You will see the Captain’s Quarters, galley, radio room and sick bay. 5 rarely seen private historic homes will be opened up for your tour group and then back to your hotel for a Madi Gras style dinner with masks and beads.

Day 4   will have a custom tour design especially for you and your group to fit within the time frame you have before embarking on your trip back home.

Or, plan one of the other tour options for your group:

• Festival Of Flowers Tour – 3 Day tour during the last weekend of March featuring Bellingrath Gardens, Eastern Shore and Historic Homes of Mobile AL.
• Wonders Of The Water Tour – 3 Day tour featuring a boat tour of Mobile Bay and Bayou La Batre and Dauphin Island, AL.
• Antebellum South Tour – 3 Day tour featuring a tour of the USS Alabama, Bellingrath Gardens and then over to the Eastern Shore.
• Mardi Gras Tour – 5 Day tour between the first of February and the end of February featuring the coronation of the Queen of Mardi Gras, Bellingrath Gardens and then over to the Eastern Shore.
• Happy Holiday Tour – 4 Day touring event featuring old Mobile Historic Homes, USS Alabama, and a trip over to the Eastern Shore.

You can also take in personal, family or small group 1 Day tours for:

Historic Mobile – One Hour Tour

• Monday through Saturday 10:30am and 2pm
• $16 per person with two person minimum
• Departure from City of Mobile’s Welcome Center at 111 South Royal Street
• Reservations are required

USS Alabama Memorial Park – Three Hour Tour

• $25 per person with two person minimum

Mobile’s Own Ghost Stories Tour – One Hour Tour

• Monday through Friday – Depends on the season – When it gets dark
• Available on weekends with advanced reservations
• $20 per person with six person minimum

Contact Bay City Convention & Tours to plan your customized tour or fill out the online contact form .

Bay City Convention & Tours

PO Box 304, Mobile, AL 36601

Phone: 251.479.9970

Toll-Free: 1.800.338.5597

Fax: 251.479.9918

Tour Categories: Bus (your motorcoach), Walking, Guide, Tour

Personal Guided Tours

If you want to tour Mobile on one-on-one basis and skip the bus or big crowd scene, then get a tour by a local tour guide to see all the sites up close and personal.

Here are two personal guides that will show you the history and grandeur that is Mobile Alabama.

Shanon performs personal guided tours in the Mobile Alabama area and has experience as a Concierge for some of the more prominent hotels in the Atlanta area like Embassy Suites and Sheraton.

A wonderful insiders look at old Mobile and an intro to Mardi Gras. Our time with Sharon was like spending time with someone we’ve known all our lives. I am sure we saw places you won’t get on any other tour. Next time we go to Mobile we will be sure to have Sharon show us more. We debated on doing a self guided tour on a trolley. Glad we chose to do the tour with Sharon instead. A fantastic lady. Thank you Sharon.  Donna Krise

Sharon’s Tour Options

Private Concierge Architectural Tour

Sharon will take you on a guided tour in her vehicle to visit the six historic districts of Mobile where you will see homes that survived for about 250 years.

Departure starts at either the airport, your hotel, cruise ship terminal or an address of your choosing in the Mobile area.  You’ll end up back where you started.

This tour is $175.00 for up to 4 individuals and lasts about 2-½ hours.  Sparkling and still water including snacks are provided. Bring about $20 each if you want to stop for lunch and English is the only language available on these tours.

You will need to provide funds for personal expenditures and any souvenirs you may want to purchase.

Private Bellingrath Gardens & Home Including Dauphin Island and Bayou La Batre

Your private guide will whisk you off to the awarding winning Bellingrath Gardens & Home then through the hometown of Forrest Gump and Bubba Blue.  You’ll also tour through the barrier island of Dauphin Island and stop in for a late lunch at one of the fabulous hometown restaurants.

This tour pricing is $325 for 3 individuals and lasts about 6 hours.  Sparkling and still water are included with snacks. Lunch is provided either at one of Dauphin Island’s great restaurants or at the Lighthouse in Irvington, AL.  Admission to all areas are included.

Special Note : The tour vehicle is not wheelchair accessible.  You will need to enter and exit the vehicle on your own. Wheelchairs are available at Bellingrath Gardens & Home.

Private Concierge Tour

This will be an in depth historical tour of downtown Mobile Alabama.

You will see where banana boats use to drop off their cargo over to where the original Mardi Gras floats throw out the beads and moon pies.

From Bienville Square to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.

This tour pricing is $200 for up to 8 individuals and lasts about 3 hours.  Sparkling and still water are included with snacks. Lunch is provided either at one of Dauphin Island’s great restaurants or at the Lighthouse in Irvington, AL.  Admission to all areas are included.

You will need to provide funds for personal expenditures and any souvenirs you may want to purchase plus any snacks or food you might want along the way.

Historic Trolley Tours Of Downtown Mobile Alabama

A 90 minute tour of historic Mobile Alabama in a climate controlled trolley.

This tour departs from 111 South Royal Street in Mobile and cost $15 per person with kids under 12 free.  If you have a group of 15 or more, call the office for a discounted rate at 251-633-0560.

A second pickup location is available on Tuesday and Thursday at 11:05am and 1:05pm from the USS Alabama Memorial Park.

Note: Please check out the website of call the main office to make sure trolley tours are scheduled for the day and time you desire.  Weather, road and traffic conditions can hamper the tour schedules.

Book online here .

The general trolley schedule is as follows:

What locations does this trolley tour visit.

Stops on this riding along trolley tour include the Fort at Colonial Mobile, Church Street Cemetery, Callaghan’s Irish Social Club, the Oakleigh Historic Home area, Carnival Museum, GulfQuest National Maritime Museum, National African American Archives and Museum, USS Alabama Memorial Park, Bienville Square and more!

Spot Of Tea’s Segway Tours & Rentals Self Guided Tour

Want to go it alone?  Try out the segway’s tour from the Spot Of Tea on Dauphin Street.

This tour features about 25 different historical sites around the downtown Mobile Alabama area from the resting place of Joe Cain, one of the founders of Mobile that played a key role in the starting of Mardi Gras.

Visit 310 Dauphin Street, call 251-433-9009 or visit their website for additional details.

Tour times at 7am to 2pm Monday through Friday and 7am to 3pm on Saturday and Sunday.

No matter what type of tour you decide on, Mobile Alabama has a history, attractions and restaurants that will satisfy every interest you can have.

This melting pot of French, British, Spanish and American culture has an interest all unique on its on.

Tim has traveled the Gulf Coast from Texas to the tip of Florida for the last ten years. As the grandson of restaurant entrepreneurs, Tim writes about unique restaurants, things to do and attractions all along the Gulf Coast and Southeast. Just like his grandparents small drive-in restaurant, he loves small town, mom-n-pop establishments as well as interesting and unique places.

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City of Mobile Trolley Tour

Celebrate mobile aboard one of our beautiful climate controlled trolleys.

Pick up the rhythm of the place where Mardi Gras began and you will know why we are Born to Celebrate! Our 90-minute fully narrated tour takes you down moss covered streets in front of buildings with stories to tell and along one of the most diverse eco-systems in the country. Here, a rich past meets a modern thriving culture with something to offer everyone. Museums, historic homes and buildings, parks, fountains, music, food, drink, and entertainment all abound along our route. It's all So Mobile!

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Departure Locations

Tour schedule, tour pricing.

Kids 12 and under are free

For parties of 10 or more, please call our office for prices. Special pricing and times can be accommodated for your group.

Reservations are not required

We are dog friendly

Wheelchair lift available

(by request only)

Route Highlights

Locations Visited Includes The Following

COLONIAL FORT CONDÉ

Church street cemetery, callaghan's irish bar & washington square, oakleigh historic complex, carnival museum, gulfquest / al cruise terminal, battle house hotel, richard's dar house, african american museum, bienville square, uss alabama.

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No Flight Works Alabama visit is truly complete without the tour of the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility. You see behind the scenes and how it all comes together right before your eyes.

Mobile is one of five global cities where Airbus commercial aircraft are assembled, and with the addition of the A220 production in Mobile, the Port City’s role in the aviation industry continues to grow.

The largest building on the Airbus campus is the A320 Final Assembly Line hangar, longer than two football fields with a 91-foot ceiling. The assembly of aircraft is based on the flow-line principle, in which five workstations are arranged one after the other – and the aircraft flows through each station on its way to completion.

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Experience Mobile’s Grandest Antebellum Mansion

Tour changes, special closure and altered tour schedule dates: .

Tuesday May 14th through Friday May 17th- We will have altered tours for this week. Due to the installation of a new AC unit upstairs, only the first floor of the mansion will be available for tours during these days. Tour prices will temporarily be lowered to $6 for adults and $2.50 for children under the age of 12 years. Our normal tour schedule will resume on Tuesday May 21st.

Monday May 27th, 2024- Closed for Memorial Day

Thursday & Friday July 4th and 5th, 2024- Closed for 4th of July Holiday

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The Bragg-Mitchell Mansion’s massive double parlors, circular staircase and rooms built on a grand scale remind your guests of a time when hospitality was a way of life. With the grace and elegance of traditional Southern entertaining, the Mansion is available for weddings, receptions, parties, showers, dinners and corporate functions.

Canopied by a grove of century-old oaks and furnished with fine antiques and crystal chandeliers, the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion offers a rare glimpse of life in the Old South. When it was built in 1855, the house was the center of the lively social life of the thriving cotton port of Mobile. Today, the home is a museum offering guided historic tours.

As one of the most photographed buildings in Mobile, the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion is an architectural icon representing the Old South, an image that evokes a time of gracious living and socializing. An example of Greek Revival architecture, the Mansion’s distinct floor plan and details make it stand out among historic buildings in the area.

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Mobile Alabama Swamp Tours

The Mobile-Tensaw River Delta is a natural wonder like no other. 

This mesmerizing region sees five freshwater rivers — the Mobile, Spanish, Tensaw, Apalachee, and Blakeley, converging with the salt waters of Mobile Bay. 

This blending of waters has given life to a remarkable ecosystem, home to many plants and animals found nowhere else. 

So, a swamp tour is necessary if you’re ever in the area! 

Here are the top swamp tour services in and around Mobile. 

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Swamp Tours In and Around Mobile 

WildNative Tours 

This “hands-on” tour is a must for nature enthusiasts, providing an immersive experience in Mobile’s most treasured gem — the Mobile-Tensaw Delta. 

Led by seasoned Delta nature guides, it’ll be an unforgettable journey into the heart of this untamed beauty. 

As you peacefully glide through the marshes on a kayak, you’ll encounter a mesmerizing array of creatures. 

You’ll encounter majestic alligators, soaring bald eagles, graceful herons, and the comical Nutria. 

The Delta’s rich history comes alive through the guide’s insightful commentary, offering a deep dive into the region’s history, geology, and ecology. 

Where: Cooper Riverside Park, 1 S Water St, Mobile, AL 36602

Call: (251) 272-4088

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Airboat Express 

Airboat Express is Alabama’s foremost airboat tour company, renowned for its unwavering commitment to safety. 

They have a spotless record and full commercial liability insurance to back them up!

So, you’re in good hands for family adventures and solo escapades. 

Their airboat tours are nothing short of spectacular. 

These airboats effortlessly navigate through shallow waters that regular motor boats can’t reach, unveiling the hidden treasures of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta. 

You’ll be introduced to its lush vegetation and diverse wildlife during your expedition. 

A guided tour is a must to delve deep into the Delta’s captivating history as a designated National Landmark.

Where: 3733 Battleship Pkwy, Spanish Fort, Al 36527

Call: (251) 370-1089

Airboat Adventures 

Airboat Adventures will guide you through the dynamic Mobile-Tensaw River Delta, teeming with alligators, turtles, herons, egrets, snakes, owls, hawks, eagles, and countless other wildlife. 

You can choose from two exhilarating tours. 

The Fun Run is a 30-minute ride ideal for the whole family. 

It’s a quick dash through the shallows so the kids won’t get bored. 

There’s also the Eco Tour , an hour-long journey through the Delta featuring leisurely rides with stops for photography. 

Your captain, Mark Pillion, will be your seasoned guide.

With an unparalleled 26-year background working in the Department of Conservation state parks division, he’s a treasure trove of knowledge about the Delta’s wonders.  

And with certification from the US Coast Guard, Captain Mark ensures your safety. 

Where: 3775 Battleship Pkwy, Spanish Fort, AL 36527

Call: (251) 680-4477

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Gulf Coast Gator Ranch 

Hold on to your hat as you embark on a high-speed journey through the bayou, where alligators, turtles, and a plethora of wildlife await. 

The Gulf Coast Gator Ranch Swamp Tour will guide you through lush wetlands as you board an airboat. 

You can engulf yourself in the unique ecosystem of the swamp with informative stops along the way. 

Dedicated to alligator conservation, this ranch offers a rare chance to see and interact with newborn alligators. 

You could even feed some magnificent creatures, some as large as 14 feet! 

Where: 10300 US-90, Moss Point, MS 39562

Call: (228) 475-6026

Do you get wet on swamp tours? 

Since you’ll spend most of your time on the water, anticipate getting wet. 

Go for attire that can handle a little moisture and dries quickly. 

It’s also a great idea to bring a hat to shield yourself from the sun, and if the weather is cooler, toss in a jacket for extra warmth. 

What can you expect to see on a Mobile swamp tour? 

In the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, a whopping 67 unique species call it home. 

You’ll likely spot the black bear, American alligator, and the Alabama red-bellied turtle. 

These creatures are considered endangered, making this delta a vital habitat for survival. 

Can you wear a hat on an airboat? 

Of course! 

If you’re concerned about your hat getting blown away during the high-speed portions of the ride, a hat with a secure strap or chin cord is recommended. 

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Final Thoughts 

Here are the top swamp tour services in and around Mobile, each offering its distinctive adventure. 

From immersive kayak journeys to thrilling airboat rides, there’s something for every nature enthusiast. 

So, slather on some sunblock and discover the beauty of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta through these immersive tours!

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BIENVILLE BITES FOOD TOUR

Guided, walking food tours through the historic streets of mobile, alabama..

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Downtown Mobile Food Tour

Get your tastebuds ready for Mobile’s signature food tour! Taste iconic Gulf Coast dishes at some of the most popular eateries while learning about the fascinating history of the area.

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Taste your way through the oldest city in Alabama. This experience brings together classic Gulf Coast dishes, incredible scenery, and a lot of fun!

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Impress your team with some of the best restaurants and food in Mobile! Allow us to show off the city in a unique and delicious way. Team building has never been more fun!

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Mother’s Day Brunch Tour: Ladies and Lasting Legacies of Mobile

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Father’s Day BBBQ Tour

Join our BBBQ Tour! No, we didn’t misspell it. Burger, Baseball, and BarbeQue! It’s a tour for the guys (and gals) doing what all guys love – eating! Hear stories along the way of baseball history in Mobile, Civil War, and life along the Mobile River.

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This was one of the best food tours that I have participated in. Our tour guide was phenomenal from start to finish. He was very patient and explained some history behind his beautiful city. Every food destination we went to was extremely flavorful And delicious! I highly recommend this food tour.

Absolutely wonderful!!! Chris was so knowledgeable and so invested in the whole evening! Everything was delightful - the food was delicious and the history of Mobile’s food was great! It is 100% obvious that Chris LOVES what he does. If you are anywhere near Mobile, just do this!!! You will not be disappointed!

The tour covered more restaurants than I anticipated with generous servings at each stop. Fun and relaxing afternoon. Came with my adult children and one of their spouses. Can purchase alcohol at most stops as well.

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Set along the Gulf of Mexico at the head of Mobile Bay, Mobile is a historic city with beautiful old homes, lovely squares, and a vibrant cultural scene. This port city is also home to the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, one of the main attractions along this stretch of coast.

Visitors can spend a day wandering the historic districts, visiting some of the museums, touring Fort Conde or the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center, or exploring the beaches and small towns along Mobile Bay. Mobile is also known for being the home of the oldest Mardi Gras celebrations in the country, a tradition it still celebrates in a lively fashion each year.

For ideas on places to visit, read through our list of the top attractions and things to do in Mobile, Alabama.

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The USS Alabama , a BB-60 battleship nicknamed "the Mighty A," was launched in 1942 and decommissioned after WWII, becoming the centerpiece of Mobile's new veteran's memorial park in 1965. The decks, turrets, mess, berth compartments, bridge, wardroom, and captain's cabin of the USS Alabama are open for tours.

The USS Drum, a historic submarine, is also located in the memorial park and can be toured as well. The park also contains an impressive collection of aircraft including WWII-era craft like a Red-Tail P-51 and Boeing B-52 bomber, as well as a Cold-War A-12 Black Bird spy plane.

Other historic military equipment includes tanks, weapons, and other items from these eras, as well as the Vietnam and Korean wars and Desert Storm conflict. The Battleship Memorial Park is dedicated to Alabama veterans who served from WW II to Operation Desert Storm.

Address: 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: www.ussalabama.com

Built by the French on Mobile Bay in 1702 to defend their colony, the fort was rebuilt in 1723 after a flood, serving as the area's main defense point until 1820. By 1823, all of the fort's buildings had been removed to make way for what is now downtown Mobile, including present-day Theater Street, Government Boulevard, Royal Street, and more. Today's historic fort area covers about one-third of the original space, and was reconstructed using a 4/5 scale to incorporate as many of the features as possible.

Opened in celebration of the nation's bicentennial in 1976, the fort gives tourists a glimpse of life in the fort during the 18th century. The fort also offers fun, family-friendly activities like a colonial-themed photo gallery, a shooting gallery, and a photo set with colonial costumes and props. Visitors can get a copy of the free self-guided walking tour of the grounds and museum by stopping at the Trading Post.

Address: 150 South Royal Street, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: www.colonialmobile.com

The Mobile Museum of Art is located in Mobile's Langan Park . This large facility is home to more than ten thousand works of art, which span a period of 2,000 years. The permanent collection, displayed on a rotating basis due to sheer numbers, features decorative arts, African art, contemporary crafts, and American art.

There is also a large Native American collection, which features both art and artifacts, including baskets, beadwork, textiles, and several early photographs and hand-colored lithographs. Temporary exhibits complement the permanent collection with an ever-changing program.

While most art museums are set up with adults in mind, the Mobile Museum of Art has an entire exhibit hall specifically for kids that is designed to teach youngsters about the elements of art. It includes hands-on exhibits and galleries that engage kids and families. The museum also offers art lessons and workshops for teens and adults, including drawing, clay sculpture, and other media.

Address: 4850 Museum Drive, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: www.mobilemuseumofart.com

The History Museum of Mobile is home to artifacts and exhibits that explore Mobile's fascinating past. Looking back as far as the Native Americans who first inhabited the area, the main exhibits take a journey through time. Through educational displays and artifacts, visitors will learn about the Colonial Period, slavery and the Civil War, Mobile's important role in supporting WWII war efforts, and important events in the Civil Rights Movement. A centerpiece of this exhibit is the 5,000-pound Civil War cannon, which once stood on the decks of the Confederate ship CSS Alabama.

Another interesting collection is found in the Mary Jane Slayton Inge Gallery, which houses a variety of decorative arts and interesting artifacts from Old Mobile's high society, including china, sculptures, and fine crystal. The museum is also home to a unique collection of miniature houses, which depict some of Mobile and Alabama's finest mansions in detail.

Also run by the history museum, the Phoenix Fire Museum on Claiborne Street is housed in the 19th-century firehouse once used by Phoenix Volunteer Fire Company No. 6. This museum includes a gallery with historical information, as well as several restored examples of horse-drawn fire engines and some of the city's first motorized fire-fighting vehicles.

Address: 111 South Royal Street, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: www.museumofmobile.com

The Bellingrath estate occupies 16 acres just outside Mobile and is famous for its fine gardens and historic mansion. In January and February, visitors can enjoy over 400 varieties of camellia, the state flower, and March is a particularly popular time when the garden's 250,000 azaleas bloom. Another special sight are the Cascading Chrysanthemums, in bloom in November.

The 15-room museum home was built in 1935, designed by local architect George B. Rogers. The home's historical significance is in its repurposed elements, many building materials salvaged from other important structures. Features include a brick façade made from the birthplace of Alva Smith Vanderbilt Belmont and iron work from the Southern Hotel before its demolition.

The garage beneath the mansion was converted into the Delchamps Gallery of Boehm Porcelain. Collections feature the work of Edward Marshall Boehm, including many rare and early pieces. The estate also hosts several special events throughout the year, including an Easter egg hunt each spring.

Address: 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road, Theodore, Alabama

Official site: www.bellingrath.org

GulfQuest is home to a wide variety of interactive and educational exhibits, which explore every aspect of the Gulf of Mexico, from its natural habitats and weather to its importance as a maritime trade center. For the youngest visitors, the Junior Mariners play area encourages imagination with costumes, props, and gear that can be used to turn the kid-sized ship into any vessel. Kids will also enjoy the full-wall mural of Mobile Bay, which features movable sea life and boats, so they can create their own scene.

The whole family can enjoy various interactive displays including a steamboat station, navigation game, and the chance to test out navigational skills using a sextant or operate a container ship crane. Other popular things to do include exploring shipwrecks and coral reefs in the submersible simulator and the Take the Helm presentation, which allows a guest to use a boat piloting simulator to navigate Mobile Bay. The museum also offers several multimedia presentations on the area's marine life and history.

Address: 155 South Water Street, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: www.gulfquest.org

Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center is home to interactive science exhibits and an IMAX theater aimed at entertaining and educating young minds. The museum's permanent exhibits cover a variety of topics, including an interactive life science lab where kids can conduct their own experiments while learning about biology and health.

Other areas of the museum look at topics that relate to the Gulf of Mexico, including ocean life and human interaction with nature, like boating and fishing. There is also a play-learning area set aside for kids five years and younger to explore safely. The IMAX theater shows science-based films throughout the day.

Address: 65 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama Official site: www.exploreum.com

Located in the De Tonti Square Historic District, this Italianate townhouse was built in the 1860s for Captain Charles G. Richards and his wife Caroline. Later donated to the city of Mobile, the home was restored in 1973 by the local chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution and turned into a museum house, which offers daily guided tours and hosts special events.

Highlights include Cornelius chandeliers in the entry and both parlors, a Baccarat crystal chandelier in the formal dining room, four seasons lace ironwork, and delicate Carrara mantels. The home can be rented for special events.

Address: 256 N Joachim Street, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: https://richardsdarhouse.com

Mobile is the home of the oldest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States. Occurring in February, this event is lively and full of color with a traditional parade watched by onlookers who fill up the balconies of surrounding homes and businesses. Storefront windows are decorated, and beads can be found all over the city streets, balconies, and park trees for days after the actual event. Some of the city's premier social events include Mardi Gras masquerade balls. Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, is the day before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent.

Tourists can get an up-close look at Mardi Gras traditions year-round at the Mobile Carnival Museum . This is one of the most unique things to do in Mobile. Here, you can learn about the history of this annual party, see actual costumes, and learn how the floats are created.

Address: 355 Government Street Mobile, Alabama

Official site: www.mobilecarnivalmuseum.com

Visitors can gain a sense of Mobile's history by walking through the city's romantic historic districts. There are seven designated Historic Districts in Mobile, each with its own unique character and architectural heritage. Self-guided driving or walking tours are available to explore these interesting areas.

One of the highlights is the De Tonti Square in downtown Mobile, with historic buildings in Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne, and Victorian architectural styles. The clay-brick townhouses and houses were built in the 1850s and 60s along brick sidewalks that still maintain the original gas lamps. The Oakley Garden District , which covers more than 60 blocks, is home to a mix of mansions and cottages characterized by varying architectural details from the 1830s to the 1930s.

The Old Dauphin Way District is west of Mobile. The older structures consist of simple frame cottages, while larger homes line Dauphin Street and Spring Hill Avenue. Church Street East is the most diverse of Mobile's historic districts. Many of the colonial French, Spanish, and English structures were destroyed by fire and then rebuilt in the late 19th century. Lower Dauphin Street is Mobile's only predominantly 19th-century commercial district with two- and three-story brick structures built in the Victorian, Federal, Italianate, and 20th-century Revival styles.

The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception is a popular tourist attraction for both its history and architecture. Initially established in 1704, the church was moved to its current location in 1711 and has continued to grow ever since. Today, the cathedral is laid out in classic Roman Basilica style, featuring eight Roman Doric columns, a barrel vault ceiling, and two towers.

Several of its features are remarkable, especially the massive stained-glass windows, which were first installed between 1890 and 1910. There are 12, measuring eight feet wide by 23 feet tall, depicting various scenes from the life of Mary. The cathedral's organ is another source of pride, the most recent model, custom-made by Wicks Organ Company, installed in 1957 after the original was destroyed by a fire.

Address: 2 South Claiborne Street, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: www.mobilecathedral.org/cms

The Oakleigh Historic Complex consists of three homes. Oakleigh, a Greek Revival mansion, was built in 1833 for James Roper, a prominent merchant. The house has been restored and furnished with antiques of the early Victorian, Empire, and Regency periods.

Next to the mansion is the Cox-Deasey House , a raised Creole cottage typical of Mobile's middle-class city dwellers in the 1850s. Built by a brick mason for his wife and 11 children, the displays cover the period up to and including WW II.

The third home is Cook's House, built in 1850 as the slaves' quarters. This three-room structure highlights everyday life for craftsmen, laborers, and domestic servants. Interaction between the owners and servants is explained, along with the effect of urban slavery on this commercial city.

Address: 300 Oakleigh Place, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: www.historicoakleigh.com

The Condé-Charlotte Museum House was built in 1822 to serve as the city's first official jail and courthouse, and later renovated and expanded to become the home of the Kirkbride family after its purchase in 1849.

Some rooms are furnished to reflect a period and a nationality, including French Empire, 18th-century English, American Federal, and the Confederate room. Other rooms are authentically restored to illustrate 19th-century life, including the oldest part of the home, its kitchen, which was the original jail structure. The museum also houses a collection of historic artifacts, including the 17th-century Chaudron silver tea set, Bohemian vases, and antique clocks. A walled Spanish garden, designed in an 18th-century plan, complements the house.

On Springhill Avenue, the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion is another fine historic attraction. This grand home was built in 1855 with entertaining in mind, featuring an elegant spiral staircase and double parlors. It is considered one of Mobile's finest antebellum mansions. It was designed in a combination of Greek Revival and Italianate architecture, and during its heyday, the home was the center of a lively social life in the thriving port of Mobile.

The interior displays antiques and draperies, although only a few original items remain. Tours of the home are free and available on the hour throughout the day, offering a glimpse of life in the Old South.

Address: Condé-Charlotte Museum, 104 Theatre Street, Mobile, Alabama

Official site: https://condecharlotte.com

Mobile Bay, on the Gulf of Mexico, has a number of lovely beaches, small towns, and historic sites to explore. At the southwest entrance to Mobile Bay lies the Dauphin Island bird sanctuary, with Fort Gaines , which played a part in the Civil War. From here, visitors can take a ferry to the western point of Pleasure Island, home to Fort Morgan . In the southeastern corner of the bay are the fine bathing beaches of the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach .

Dauphin Island is home to an Audubon bird sanctuary, an important site for bird migration. On the island is a freshwater lake with opportunities for swimming, fishing, and relaxing on the beaches. Also located on Dauphin Island is Fort Gaines, a location that changed control from France to Great Britain and then to Spain, eventually stopping with the United States seizing control in 1813. Fort Gaines was completed in 1861 and played a major role in the Battle of Mobile Bay. The fort was used in WWI as an artillery garrison and in WWII as a US Coast Guard station.

Another point of interest is Fairhope , located high on the bluffs of the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay. The town is ideal for outdoor activities such as biking, golfing, tennis, and fishing off the Fairhope Pier. The Weeks Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve near Fairhope is home to a diverse habitat with a variety of fish and crustaceans. This living laboratory educates visitors about estuaries. Guided walks or self-guided tours can be enjoyed on the elevated boardwalks, as well as on more than two miles of ground trails.

Built in 1942 by Hank's father Herbert Aaron, this home started with just three rooms before being expanded in 1962 and 1972. Hank's mother Estella lived in the home until 2007, and in 2008, it was moved to its current location at Hank Aaron Stadium , former home of the Mobile Bay Bears.

The home was restored, and in 2010 opened as a museum dedicated to the life and career of baseball legend"Hammerin' Hank." The museum includes exhibits on his family and childhood, as well as memorabilia, including his 1957 Golden Glove award.

Hank Aaron has the distinguished honor of being one of only two Baseball Hall of Fame inductees to have an entire exhibit dedicated to him, the other being Babe Ruth. Visitors should be aware that the museum is closed on weekends unless there is a special event scheduled.

Address: Hank Aaron Stadium, 755 Bolling Brothers Blvd. Mobile, Alabama

Mobile has a lovely downtown area with many revitalized historic buildings. This is also where many of the city's major attractions, including Fort Conde, the Science Center, and several museums are located. For visitors looking to explore the city, this is the best place to stay. Below are some highly rated hotels in good locations:

Luxury Hotels:

• The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa is one of the city's finest hotels. Set in a beautifully restored historical building, the hotel offers first-class amenities in an excellent downtown location.
• The Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel is ideally situated right on Mobile Bay and just steps from the historic district, great restaurants, and entertainment options.
• Near the Convention Center is the new Hampton Inn & Suites Mobile-Dtwn Hist Dist featuring large rooms and balconies with lovely views.

Mid-Range Hotels:

• In a great downtown location, near the Carnival Museum, the boutique Malaga Inn is housed in two historic antebellum homes and offers rooms with true southern charm.
• The Homewood Suites by Hilton Mobile I-65/Airport Blvd is an all-suite hotel just southwest of downtown. The hotel offers rooms with full kitchens and is a 10-minute drive to the famous Bragg-Mitchell Mansion.
• Just west of downtown, the newly renovated Mobile Marriott is located in Mobile's shopping and entertainment district across the street from the Colonial Bel Air Mall.

Budget Hotels:

• At the upper-end of the budget category and in the heart of downtown, is the Holiday Inn Mobile-Dtwn/Hist. District . Rooms here offer fantastic views over Mobile Bay, and the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center and IMAX Theater are only a short walk away.
• A little farther out but walking distance from the Mobile Museum of Art is the Wingate by Wyndham , with a pool and complimentary breakfast.
• A 15-minute drive south of downtown and just a short drive from the Carnival Cruise Line port is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Whyndham Mobile – Tillman's Corner .

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Exploring Alabama: Many of Alabama's top attractions can be found in its largest cities, Montgomery and Birmingham. In a little under three hours' drive from Mobile, tourists can find a wide range of attractions and places to visit in Montgomery , including important civil rights landmarks, and in Birmingham , most notable for the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and historic Civil Rights District.

The Gulf Coast: Located on the Gulf Coast, Mobile is convenient to several seaside tourist destinations. Many of Alabama's best resorts are in the Gulf Shores and cater to families, couples, and everyone else. Just an hour by car from Mobile, the Gulf Shores is known for its white-sand beaches, where you'll find everything from sunbathing to zipline tours over the water.

Pensacola, Florida is also about an hour from Mobile, making it a perfect destination for a day trip to the beach. In addition to its white-sand beaches and laid-back atmosphere, Pensacola has a variety of historic attractions, museums, and things to do for kids.

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Heritage lecture series – may 16th:, good english: three southern and african language features in  barracoon.

Africatown Heritage House is hosting its third 2024 Heritage Lecture Series event, a collection of speeches designed to touch on topics related to the Black experience. Leah Nodar will present her lecture entitled Good English: Three Southern and African Language Features in  Barracoon on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:30pm.

From Leah Nodar : “The language we speak carries our history, showing where we are from and what we’ve come through. All languages deserve respect, but they do not always receive it. Like many other marginalized groups before and after, the African founders of Africatown were described in their time as speakers of “bad” or “broken” English. This is not true now and it was not true then. They did not speak in a jumble of mistakes. They were adapting their native language to English after being forced into an utterly strange new world. We know what we know about how this process worked in Africatown thanks to Zora Neale Hurston’s careful and detailed portrayal of speech in her biography of Kossula,  Barracoon . In this talk, we will explore both the English and the Yoruba history of three of the linguistic features Zora Neale Hurston depicts in Kossula’s speech, and see that they follow the patterns of adaptation present in other Englishes of the African diaspora. We’ll also trace them through later generations of Mobile and Africatown speakers. Nothing about this process, or this language, is “broken” – it is simply Kossula’s own Africatown variety of Yoruba-based Southern English.”

Leah Nodar is from Mobile, AL and has been interested in language from kindergarten at Westlawn Elementary up to her current doctoral studies at Purdue University. She is pursuing a PhD in linguistics, specializing in the interaction of language and society and the formation and development of dialects. Her award-winning study of Africatown English uses innovative methods to understand spoken-language features based on the written language Zora Neale Hurston presents in  Barracoon .

The History Museum of Mobile and Africatown Heritage House invite the public to attend this FREE Heritage Lecture Series. Capacity is limited and guests are required to RSVP to attend by calling (251) 206-5268.

For more information on the Heritage Lecture Series, contact Jessica Fairley, Africatown Heritage House Manager, by email at [email protected].

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The Africatown Heritage House has earned national recognition as one of USA TODAY’s “2024 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award” for Best New Museum, as chosen by readers and website visitors.

A panel of industry experts, travel journalists and editors at USA TODAY chose Africatown Heritage House as one of 20 best new venues in the U.S. to represent what they consider to be the top museum openings of the past two years. The vote was open to the public to select the 10 best museums, with Africatown Heritage House earning the ninth spot.

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King of ‘bro-country’ on tour this summer: How to get tickets

• Updated: May. 13, 2024, 11:08 a.m. |
• Published: May. 13, 2024, 11:08 a.m.

Luke Bryan on tour in 2024. Photo by Sean Simmers | PennLive

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If you’ve been wondering what’s on the “Mind of a Country Boy,” here’s your chance to find out. Luke Bryan, the so-called “king of bro-country,” will tell you on his 2024 tour that’s titled after a song on his new album.

Bryan kicked off his tour in April and it runs through mid-September. The tour is produced by Live Nation. Bryan will stop at the Wharf Amphitheatre in Orange Beach, Ala.

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Special guests for these shows will be Lily Rose, Josh Ross, Chayce Beckham and DJ Rock.

Bryan, five-time Country Music Awards Entertainer of the Year and “American Idol” celebrity judge, will feature multiple special guests on the tour. Other shows will feature Tenille Arts, George Birge, King Calaway, Dillon Carmichael, Larry Fleet, HunterGirl, Ella Langley, Tracy Lawrence, Kameron Marlowe, Chase Matthew, Meghan Patrick, Alana Springsteen and Zach Top.

The tour will have two stadium dates, Truist Field in Atlanta on Aug. 17 and Wrigley Field in Chicago on Aug. 25.

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‘Little House on the Prairie’ cast members celebrate 50th anniversary of show’s debut with tour

PEPIN, Wis. (WKBT) - It’s been 50 years since “Little House on the Prairie” debuted on TV.

Some of the cast members were in Wisconsin, where the show was set, celebrating that anniversary.

When “Little House on the Prairie” debuted in 1974, starring the late Michael Landon and Melissa Gilbert, Wendy Lou Lee, who played Grace Ingalls, said she never imagined the show’s legacy would continue decades later.

“I don’t think anyone thought that would happen, but Michael Landon, he predicted it that this would be here way longer than all of us would be here,” Lee said.

Friday kicked off Part 2 of the show’s 50th anniversary tour, highlighting the place author Laura Ingalls Wilder once called home.

“It started here. The story starts here, so that’s the whole thing. We wanted to pay tribute to the place where she was born and the Little House in the Big Woods book was written all about her time here in Pepin,” tour member Jackson Bishop said.

Cast members Jennifer Donati and Lee say the best part of it is now.

“We get to travel together at least once or twice a month and it’s really incredible. We do get to see Melissa Gilbert once in a while, but not that often,” Lee said.

For Pamela Roylance, who played Sarah Reed Carter, being on the show was a full-circle moment.

“I read the books when I was about 9 years old, and I loved the books. And I always wanted to be on the show. When I got on the show, it was a dream come true,” she said.

The actresses were asked what they thought Landon and Laura Ingalls Wilder would say.

“I’m sure Laura would be floored. I don’t think she could have even imagined all of this,” Donati said.

“And I think Michael Landon is smiling from heaven saying, wow, the work we did, and I’m gonna get emotional,” Lee said.

The celebration continued all weekend as fans came and met the participants.

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