Plan your trip to The Wharf Amphitheater
HOTELS NEARBY
There are plenty of hotels to choose from in the Orange Beach area, including a few right next to the venue and many choices in the central areas of Orange Beach. If you are planning on staying for a few days and want to explore the area, there are several beachfront hotels to choose from along the Gulf of Mexico coast.
Best Western Premier, Tides Hotel
26032 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561
Turquoise Place
26302 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, 36561
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores
160 West Commerce Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Springhill Suites Orange Beach at The Wharf
4673 Wharf Parkway, Orange Beach, AL 36561
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WHAT TO DO IN ORANGE BEACH, ALABAMA
There is plenty to do around Orange Beach, from watersports activities and hiking trails to theme parks and a zoo. Orange Beach was named the third most picturesque small town in the US by North Carolina Travel Guides, with the white sand beaches, clear waters, and spectacular views along the shoreline being credited for the high ranking.
Alabama Point East Beach
There are plenty of amazing beaches along the Gulf Shores but Alabama Point East is one of the best. Enjoy a day of relaxing on the sand or take a walk along the boardwalk to enjoy the views. The public access beach has picnic areas and 6,000 feet of sand. It’s also often quieter than the other beaches in Orange Beach. If you are looking to spend a relaxed day in the area, away from the hustle and bustle, head to Alabama Point East on the east side of the Perdido Pass Bridge.
Distance: 7 miles
Dolphin Cruises
Orange Beach is a popular area for dolphin spotting and there are numerous dolphin cruises and boat trips throughout the day, as well as sunset cruises. There are also companies that offer glass-bottom boat tours to give you the chance to see dolphins above and below water.
Distance: 1 miles
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
One of the most popular attractions in Orange Beach is the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. At the 25-acre zoo, you can experience giraffe feeding and see over 118 species of animals, including 22 critically endangered species. You also have the option to try premium animal experiences such as the Big Cat Premium Experience to learn more about lions, lynx, and clouded leopards. The zoo is less than 15 minutes’ drive from The Wharf Amphitheater.
Distance: 7.5 miles
Gulf State Park
When you are visiting the Orange Beach area for a performance at The Wharf Amphitheater, you will hopefully have enough time to visit the stunning white sand beaches. The Gulf State Park has two miles of beaches. Not to mention Lake Shelby, where you can enjoy watersports, such as kayaking and paddle boarding, or explore the trails to get closer to nature. The Gulf State Park Pier has an elevated observation deck where you will get some of the best views across the Gulf of Mexico. The Gulf State Park was awarded TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Award in 2020 and is one of the top tourist locations in Alabama. There are also camping facilities and saltwater fishing and swimming, making the state park a popular hub for outdoor activity enthusiasts.
Distance: 5 miles
The Wharf
You have a hub of entertainment right on the doorstep of The Wharf Amphitheater, as The Wharf complex on Portage Creek is home to some excellent restaurants and stores. Take a walk around the marina or ride the Ferris Wheel to enjoy amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico. There is also the option to explore the area on The Wharf Express Train which will show you the highlights of Main Street. Restaurants at The Wharf include: Mile Marker 158, Ginny Lane Bar and Grill, Villaggio Grille, Vinny’s Pizzeria, YoHo Rum & Tacos, and Crush. There is also an ice-skating rink in winter, a 15-screen theater showing first-run films and sports events, and SPECTRA Laser Light Experience shows.
Distance: 0.8 miles
Nearby restaurants
Dick’s Last Resort
When you’re short of time and need somewhere conveniently close to The Wharf Amphitheater, Dick’s Last Resort is less than 10 minutes’ walk away. It offers a dining experience unlike any other. The motto here is “Food and drinks served with a side of sarcasm” and you can expect an unusual type of service, with the odd insult and plenty of adult humor. If you are easily offended, this probably isn’t the place for you, as it is widely known as the rudest restaurant in the US.
The menu is just as crazy as the service, with some rudely named dishes, mostly consisting of seafood, steak, and fried chicken. The Big Meat Challenge is not for the faint-hearted. But if you think you can polish off 2 steaks, a 12” sausage, macho nacho, lashings of cheddar mashed taters and heaps of broccoli in under an hour, you’ll get it free!
Louisiana Lagniappe
At the completely opposite end of the dining experience spectrum, the Louisiana Lagniappe is an upscale Creole-inspired restaurant serving tantalizing seafood and steak dishes. From twin lobster tails to filet mignon, the waterfront restaurant on Perdido Beach Boulevard is one of the highest-rated restaurants in the area. If you enjoy fine dining with a view, make sure you book in advance to avoid disappointment.
The Louisiana Lagniappe is a 15-minute drive from The Wharf Amphitheater, located in one of the quieter and more relaxed areas of Orange Beach. Meals at the Louisiana Lagniappe are at the higher end of the price range of Orange Beach restaurants.
GTs on the Bay
Head over to Wolf Bay on Canal Road, which is located just a few miles from The Wharf Amphitheater for bay-front dining. GTs on the Bay is the perfect place to have a relaxing meal, specializing in pizza from the stone hearth pizza oven, shrimp and crab dishes. The menu prices are very reasonable, and you can enjoy al fresco dining in warmer weather, while in the evening there will often be live music performances and a great cocktails menu to choose from.
Cobalt
A bit further out and around a 15-minute drive from The Wharf, Cobalt is worth the extra travel time. Located over Perdido Pass Bridge, the contemporary restaurant offers waterfront dining with stunning views across the bay. Popular dishes on the menu include fresh seafood, steak, and surf and turf options. The firecracker shrimp, crab bisque, and the seasonal butcher’s block are all highly recommended.