10 TOP Things to Do in Gulf Coast (2025 Activity Guide)

Higgs Beach showing tropical scenes and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

Lady Bird Lake showing a skyscraper, landscape views and cbd

Gulf State Park showing a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Mallory Square featuring general coastal views and a sunset

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Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

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New Orleans Seafood Bar Crawl

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Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

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What to do in Gulf Coast

Popular places to visit

Bourbon Street

3.5/5(120 reviews)

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Port of Tampa

4/5(19 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Tampa with a trip to Port of Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

4.5/5(41 reviews)

Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.

Canal Street

4/5(122 reviews)

Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.

Gulf Shores Beach

5/5(1 review)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Gulf Shores Beach, a popular beach in Gulf Shores. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this relaxing area.

Port of New Orleans

4/5(77 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the great live music and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.

Caesars Superdome

4/5(14 reviews)

Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Navarre Beach

Head over to Navarre Beach, a favourite beach in Navarre to enjoy the surf and sand, along with fishing. Wander the seaside or discover the sunsets in this relaxing area.

Siesta Key Beach

4.5/5(33 reviews)

The soft, white sand on Siesta Key’s award-winning family-friendly beach is perfect for relaxing under a sun umbrella and taking part in a game of volleyball.

Areas of Gulf Coast

Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rosemary Beach or Alys Beach.

Seaside

Sit at a seafood restaurant overlooking the white-sand beaches and speak with friendly locals in the lively farmers market.

French Quarter

4.5/5(151 area reviews)

This historic neighbourhood encapsulates the soul of New Orleans and has become one of the city’s most iconic attractions.

Fort Walton Beach which includes a sandy beach and a sunset

Seagrove Beach

5/5(1 area review)

On this shoreline on the Gulf of Mexico you’ll find a wonderful beachside hamlet and plenty of spots to play and relax.

Seacrest

Seacrest is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.

Grayton Beach State Park showing a beach

Watercolor

While visiting Watercolor, you might make a stop by sights like Grayton Beach State Park and Seagrove Beach West.

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