Best Hotels in Orange Beach

Orange Beach is a city in Alabama that offers a less expensive Gulf Coast option than its Florida counterparts. Enjoy the miles of white sand beaches, including the Gulf Shores Public Beach. The area’s most notable historic site is Fort Morgan, an 1834 relic that played an important role in the American Civil War. The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is another notable attraction, with a petting zoo and numerous exotic animals from around the world. The Gulf Shores Museum is nearby and showcases hurricane hunters and a history of the area’s turbulent weather. Another worthwhile museum is the Orange Beach Indian and Sea Museum. The facility displays local artifacts and traces the Native American population and fishing industry. For great views of the area take a ride on the tallest Ferris wheel in the southeast, located at The Wharf.