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The Wharf in Gulf Shores

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A trip to Gulf Shores, Alabama promises to be an exceptional experience from start to finish. When you’re looking to enhance the fun even further, make sure a visit to The Wharf is on your itinerary while you’re in town! This one-of-a-kind entertainment venue is both scenic and inviting, providing something for just about everyone to enjoy. It’s an ideal getaway for those who are looking to people-watch, shop, dine, or simply top off their beach day in style. Breezy and welcoming, The Wharf in Gulf Shores can be found at 23101 Canal Road in nearby Orange Beach.

Taking Entertainment and Fun to the Next Level

When it comes to family-friendly fun, no place does it quite like The Wharf. This top-notch entertainment district is packed with boutique and big-name stores to browse as well as an array of savory restaurants and cafes to enjoy while you’re in the area. From movie theaters and arcades to on-the-water tours and a Ferris wheel as well, there is no shortage of options for fun when The Wharf is on your activities list. Those who drop by are free to wander along Main Street and make the most of one-of-a-kind shops that provide wonderful options for everything from apparel and home goods to handcrafted souvenirs. When you work up an appetite, restaurants here can help curb cravings for everything from seafood and steak to ice cream and snacks. The Wharf’s Ferris wheel is a fun option for those visitors who can’t wait to get a bird’s eye view on the terrain while the nightly Spectra laser light show is an experience you won’t soon forget. When it comes to world-class entertainment, The Wharf’s amphitheater welcomes a variety of performers year-round for visitors to enjoy. Tickets to the annual concert series can be booked easily online in advance. The Wharf also offers up prime access to the marina for those looking to pair shopping and dining with some well-earned time out on the water.

Visit Specifics

Much to the delight of Gulf Shores travelers with canine companions in tow, The Wharf in Gulf Shores is a pet-friendly entertainment district. It’s also a group-friendly destination that offers up wi-fi and handicap-accessible options as well. If you’re looking for more fun options, don’t forget to browse our lovely Fort Morgan condos! Click now!

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Reach out to Poole & Associates today to learn more about booking a stay in one of our many vacation rentals in this area the next time you’re in town.

FAQs About The Wharf in Gulf Shores

  • We want to do a little shopping and enjoy a good meal after, where is the best place in the area to do so?

    The Wharf, actually located in Orange Beach, just a few miles outside of our Gulf Shores home town, offers one a shopping experience that will make this vacation unforgettable. Their theme is “Life Happens Here” it is home not to just shops and restaurants, but to fun events and life experiences that will enhance your Gulf Shores vacation.

  • Are there any good musical acts coming to Gulf Shores in the near future?

    Some of the top musical acts in the country have played in Gulf Shores and many of them have played at The Wharf Amphitheater, a 10,000-seat open air venue. Willie Nelson, James Taylor, even Jason Aldean has played here before and the C Spire Concert Series offers a summer music “festival” that needs to be experienced to be believed.

  • What else can I do at The Wharf?

    At the holidays, The Wharf becomes a winter wonderland minus the snow but with the addition of an outdoor ice skating rink and photos with Santa, but that isn’t all you can do at The Wharf. From bingo nights to live music, laser light shows, and rides on a giant Ferris wheel, if something is worth doing, it probably happens at The Wharf.

  • The Wharf is in Orange Beach, what kind of homes does Poole & Associates offer close by?

    The best thing is knowing that all our vacation rentals are located within a few minutes’ drive from The Wharf, including our lovely Orange Beach escapes. Nothing is worse than spending more time in traffic than actually playing or exploring, but with Poole & Associates, your adventures will be plentiful and your drive time will be minimal.

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