Castaway Cabana Guidebook
Food Scene
Oyster Bar Restaurant and Marina
13700 River RdLaid back and beachy! Must go here for dinner one night to see the stunning sunset!
83 locals recommend
Sunset Grille
14050 Canal A WayLaid back and beachy! Must go here for dinner one night to see the stunning sunset!
Jellyfish Restaurant
13700 Perdido Key DrShrimp Basket Perdido Key
14600 Perdido Key DrSeafood!
Hidden local spot to check out. "Casual fine dining with Creole flair"
84 locals recommend
Fisherman's Corner
13486 Perdido Key DrHidden local spot to check out. "Casual fine dining with Creole flair"
Hub Stacey's at The Point
5851 Galvez RdCool hang out! Check out the live music schedule!
Great food at reasonable prices with STUNNING views of the Gulf of Mexico.
13 locals recommend
Lost Key Beach Club
14359 Perdido Key DrGreat food at reasonable prices with STUNNING views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Cobalt, The Restaurant
28099 Perdido Beach BlvdLocal favorite for drinks and views!
World Renowned - Flora-Bama! Great for lunch with family. Playground and beach are available for fun after lunch.
Great for nightlife with friends!
374 locals recommend
Flora-Bama
17401 Perdido Key DrWorld Renowned - Flora-Bama! Great for lunch with family. Playground and beach are available for fun after lunch.
Great for nightlife with friends!
Cool views of Ole River. Beach for kids to play after lunch. Live music at night.
35 locals recommend
Flora-Bama Ole River Grill
17400 Perdido Key DrCool views of Ole River. Beach for kids to play after lunch. Live music at night.
The Crab Trap
16495 Perdido Key DriveFamily friendly, on the beach... sandy playground for the kiddos
A local favorite!! The Gulf is a casual yet chic seaside hideaway where the sun, sand and lush beachside setting complement the tasty food, beverages and friendly casual service. Recline with your tœs in the sand, have a seat at the bar or at a communal table, or meander about, and enjoy the magical vibes, views and tunes. The design is centered around shipping containers & includes recycled, reclaimed and salvaged building materials.
262 locals recommend
The Gulf - Orange Beach
27500 Perdido Beach BoulevardA local favorite!! The Gulf is a casual yet chic seaside hideaway where the sun, sand and lush beachside setting complement the tasty food, beverages and friendly casual service. Recline with your tœs in the sand, have a seat at the bar or at a communal table, or meander about, and enjoy the magical vibes, views and tunes. The design is centered around shipping containers & includes recycled, reclaimed and salvaged building materials.
Paul's Pizza Company
13700 Perdido Key DrLocally owned pizza place!
Parks & Nature
Local Secret!!! If you want a change of pace from the private beach of Lost Key, head over the Gulf Islands National Seashore at Johnson Beach. You won't believe the views!!! There is a cost per car load to go spend the day but you WON'T regret it!
72 locals recommend
Johnson's Beach, Gulf Islands National Seashore
13300 Johnson Beach RdLocal Secret!!! If you want a change of pace from the private beach of Lost Key, head over the Gulf Islands National Seashore at Johnson Beach. You won't believe the views!!! There is a cost per car load to go spend the day but you WON'T regret it!
Local Favorite! Awesome playground to let the kids run out some additional energy! It's enclosed with one entrance/exit so makes it easier to watch them. Also equipped with a couple of "misters" to help them stay cool if the weather is warm. Clean bathroom facilities on site. There is a short little nature trail at the park also.
20 locals recommend
Perdido Kids Park
10004 Gulf Beach HwyLocal Favorite! Awesome playground to let the kids run out some additional energy! It's enclosed with one entrance/exit so makes it easier to watch them. Also equipped with a couple of "misters" to help them stay cool if the weather is warm. Clean bathroom facilities on site. There is a short little nature trail at the park also.
Want another option for amazing beaches??? Check out Perdido Point! If you are going to be boating...The Perdido Pass Islands are a MUST SEE!
The islands are recreational hangouts for boaters, and vital sanctuaries to several species of plant and animal.
The Islands of Perdido Pass consist of Bird Island, Robinson Island, Gilchrist Island, Walker Island, and the easternmost Rabbit Island.
9 locals recommend
Perdido Pass Bridge
27721 AL-182Want another option for amazing beaches??? Check out Perdido Point! If you are going to be boating...The Perdido Pass Islands are a MUST SEE!
The islands are recreational hangouts for boaters, and vital sanctuaries to several species of plant and animal.
The Islands of Perdido Pass consist of Bird Island, Robinson Island, Gilchrist Island, Walker Island, and the easternmost Rabbit Island.
New local waterfront park (these pics don’t show the actual park) Local favorite for letting the kids get outside to play while we sit under covered pavilion under the beautiful canopy of trees. Lots of space and covered picnic table to spread out and have lunch.
8 locals recommend
Galvez Landing
5820 Cruzat WayNew local waterfront park (these pics don’t show the actual park) Local favorite for letting the kids get outside to play while we sit under covered pavilion under the beautiful canopy of trees. Lots of space and covered picnic table to spread out and have lunch.
This is a must see if you love outdoor adventures. It's a beautiful coastal state park where you can take the family for a picnic or a hike.
88 locals recommend
Big Lagoon State Park
12301 Gulf Beach HwyThis is a must see if you love outdoor adventures. It's a beautiful coastal state park where you can take the family for a picnic or a hike.
Shopping
Conveniently located 2 miles away - just over the bridge
55 locals recommend
Publix Super Market at The Shoppes at Palm Pointe
25771 Perdido Beach BlvdConveniently located 2 miles away - just over the bridge
Winn-Dixie
50 S Blue Angel Pkwy Conveniently located 2 miles away - just over the bridge
Walmart Supercenter
2951 S Blue Angel PkwyEVERYBODY LOVES TARGET!!! Are you even on vacation if you don't make a Target run? :)
18 locals recommend
Target
2950 S Blue Angel PkwyEVERYBODY LOVES TARGET!!! Are you even on vacation if you don't make a Target run? :)
Tanger Outlets Foley
2601 S McKenzie StCordova Mall
5100 N 9th AveArts & Culture
Fascinating aviation history, imax movies and gift shop. The entire family will love the museum. There is something for every age.
468 locals recommend
National Naval Aviation Museum
1750 Radford BlvdFascinating aviation history, imax movies and gift shop. The entire family will love the museum. There is something for every age.
Entertainment & Activities
OWA Entertainment Destination
101 South Owa BoulevardSmall zoo but a fun way to spend a couple of hours with the kids
210 locals recommend
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
20499 Oak Rd ESmall zoo but a fun way to spend a couple of hours with the kids
Waterville USA/Escape House
906 Gulf Shores PkwyWater Park
Watch for 5k runs, music festivals and lots of local activities at the Hangout. Very touristy but there are restaurants, shops and public beaches here
401 locals recommend
The Hangout Gulf Shores
101 E Beach BlvdWatch for 5k runs, music festivals and lots of local activities at the Hangout. Very touristy but there are restaurants, shops and public beaches here
Find national touring artists at the Wharf Amphitheater!
Coming in 2019:
Luke Combs,
Zach Brown,
Kenny Chesney,
Jimmy Buffett,
Hootie & the Blowfish (Are they still around?),
Tedeschi Trucks Band
42 locals recommend
The Wharf Amphitheater
23101 Canal RdFind national touring artists at the Wharf Amphitheater!
Coming in 2019:
Luke Combs,
Zach Brown,
Kenny Chesney,
Jimmy Buffett,
Hootie & the Blowfish (Are they still around?),
Tedeschi Trucks Band
Movies - AMC Class 15, shops and food. Keep your eye out for fun events for kids at The Wharf.
57 locals recommend
The Wharf at Orange Beach
23101 Canal RdMovies - AMC Class 15, shops and food. Keep your eye out for fun events for kids at The Wharf.
Essentials
CVS
13430 Innerarity Point RdPharmacy - just over the bridge
Sightseeing
Wild Hearts is setting sail for gulf adventures! Take the family out on an adventure on this 53-foot, open-ocean catamaran and sail the turquoise waters of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama and Perdido Key, Florida. Wild Hearts also sails the calm, back bays of this coastal paradise.
8 locals recommend
Sail Wild Hearts
27075 Perdido Beach BoulevardWild Hearts is setting sail for gulf adventures! Take the family out on an adventure on this 53-foot, open-ocean catamaran and sail the turquoise waters of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama and Perdido Key, Florida. Wild Hearts also sails the calm, back bays of this coastal paradise.