With great weather year-round and the deep-blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico just minutes away, the beach is always a favorite getaway.

But there’s more. The Gulf Coast is famous for its celebrations, including Mardi Gras, as well as for its endless outdoor activities and relaxing, friendly atmosphere. With more than 300 years of history and tradition, Mobile offers charm and culture. You’ll also find excellent restaurants and great shopping near the campus.

Beautiful Beaches:

• Orange Beach (60 minutes)

• Dauphin Island (30 minutes)

• Pensacola (75 minutes)

Lively Celebrations:

• Mardi Gras

• Shrimp Festival

• BayFest

• Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival

• Festival of Flowers

Outdoor Fun:

• Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail

• World-Class Deep-Sea Fishing/Boating

• Senior Bowl and GMAC Bowl

• Mobile BayBears Baseball

• Azalea Trail Run (one of the top 10Ks in the nation)

Inspiring History and Culture:

• Battleship USS ALABAMA

• Christmas at Bellingrath Gardens and Home

• Bragg-Mitchell Mansion

• Oakleigh Historical Complex

• Mobile Museum of Art

• Gulf Coast Exploreum & IMAX Theater

• Museum of Mobile

• Mobile Carnival Museum