Ultimate 3-Day Mobile Itinerary: Best Things to Do & See

Begin your Mobile adventure at the History Museum of Mobile, where immersive exhibits trace the city’s 300-year journey from colonial capital to vibrant Gulf port.

History Museum of Mobile

Stroll down to the GulfQuest National Maritime Museum, an interactive tribute to the Gulf of Mexico’s maritime heritage, featuring engaging exhibits aboard a replica container ship.

GulfQuest National Maritime Museum

For lunch, enjoy classic Southern fare and fresh Gulf seafood at The Royal Scam, a local favorite with a laid-back vibe just steps from Cooper Riverside Park.

The Royal Scam

Experience the iconic Battlehouse Renaissance Hotel and Spa by sipping a cocktail at their glamorous Trellis Room or rooftop bar—perfect for unwinding with city and bay views.

Battlehouse Renaissance Hotel and Spa

Start with a peaceful stroll through Bellingrath Gardens and Home, a 65-acre floral wonderland where camellias, azaleas, and live oaks surround a grand historic mansion.

Bellingrath Gardens and Home

Head back to the heart of the city to explore the Mardi Gras Museum of Mobile, where extravagant costumes and immersive exhibits reveal the city’s unique Carnival traditions.

Mardi Gras Museum of Mobile

Enjoy a creative lunch at The Noble South, a stylish spot serving inventive Southern cuisine with locally sourced ingredients.

The Noble South

Spend your evening at Alabama Contemporary Art Center, where you’ll find inspiring exhibitions by regional and national artists in a vibrant warehouse space on Cathedral Square.

Alabama Contemporary Art Center

Tour the mighty USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, where you can climb aboard a WWII battleship, a submarine, and see vintage aircraft up close on Mobile Bay’s edge.

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

For lunch, savor Creole and Cajun classics at Spot of Tea, beloved for their “Eggs Cathedral” and homey atmosphere in the heart of downtown.

Spot of Tea

Walk off lunch under the ancient oaks of Bienville Square, a leafy, historic park that’s perfect for people-watching and soaking in the city’s relaxed pace.

Bienville Square

Cap off your trip with a memorable dinner at Noja, an intimate bistro serving Mediterranean-Asian fusion dishes in a charming historic building on Dauphin Street.

Noja