Located on the shoreline of Mobile Bay, Fairhope’s charm and inviting atmosphere make it the perfect place to visit. This is one of Alabama’s most overlooked cities and by far, my favorite. I love that everyone you meet will treat you like family! It is the perfect little bayside town!
I am sharing some of our favorite spots from our visits
below.
Fairhope Municipal Pier
The pier is the perfect place for a relaxing walk, especially
at sunset.
Address:
Located at the end of Fairhope Avenue where it meets North Beach
Road
North Beach Park
North Beach Park has a long stretch of clean sand. It is
located just north of the Municipal Pier.
I think there is a fee for use, but I can not local it
anywhere online. We went early morning in March, so no one was there
collecting.
Fairhope Avenue is the town square with shopping and dining
in a historical district.
Fairy tale Castles
These castles are an unusual sight for the gulf coast and
awesome to see in person. You can schedule a tour of the homes here.
Some construction was happening on the
castles when we were there last, so they will even be more interesting!
Sheldon Storybook Castle
I just found out that you can stay at this castle! I will
have to check into doing this soon! Here is the Air BnB link
Mosher Castle
Tolstoy Park, The Henry Stuart House
This unique domed hut was constructed in 1925 by Henry
Stuart.
Address:
22787 US-98, Fairhope, AL 36532
Turn west onto Parker road and then turn right into the
first driveway. It is located among offices that look like apartment. The GPS
will take you into the other end of the area and get you lost!
Admission:
Free and open all the time
Fairhope French Quarter
A small New Orleans inspired area with specialty restaurants,
boutiques, and gift shops.
Address:
40 S Section St, Fairhope, AL 36532
Lodging
We stayed at the Holiday Inn Express Fairhope-Point Clear.
It was very clean and the staff were very friendly. Great place and excellent price!
Address:
19751 S Greeno Rd, Fairhope, AL 36532
Fairhope is the perfect spot for a laid-back vacation or to
stop for a while on the way to Gulfshores, Alabama, Pensacola, Destin, or Panama
City. It is only about 30 miles west of Gulfshores, Alabama and about 18 miles
south of Mobile, Alabama.
Happy Travels!
Very nice article. For out of towners, you might want to clarify that it is East across the bay from Mobile, then South on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay. Nice anytime of the year.
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