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Birmingham is known for its civil rights history, but matching landmarks to their significance can be difficult on a self-led tour. Visit notable locations, including the 16th Street Baptist Church, Kelly Ingram Park, and the site of the 1961 Freedom Riders attack, and discover their history from your guide. Travel between sites with ease via air-conditioned vehicle, and benefit from the small-group size for a more intimate experience.

Take your time to explore Birmingham’s Civil Rights heritage on this self-led walking tour. Simply download the smartphone app then set off to discover historic landmarks, including 16th Street Baptist Church and Kelly Ingram Park, with illuminating audio-commentary provided along the way. Enjoy the freedom to pause, rewind, and reflect at your own pace—perfect for families, solo travelers, or those needing more flexibility than a typical tour.

When in the Sheffield area, visiting the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio is a must—an option only available with a guided tour. Ideal for music lovers, this tour of the legendary and still operating music studio lets you see where music icons such as the Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, and Paul Simon recorded their hits, with merchandise available for purchase as well.

Montgomery is an important city in the history of the American Civil Rights Movement. The location of one of the most important bus boycotts, Montgomery’s streets are full of African American history. Let this self-guided walking tour give you a glimpse into the history of the city at your own pace. You’ll walk to landmarks like the Civil Rights Memorial Center and the Alabama State Capitol.

Discover a different, darker side of Birmingham on this ghost walking tour. Traverse cobblestone streets listening to spooky tales of ghouls and specters, exploring haunted landmarks and establishments such as Linn Park and the Redmon Hotel. Along the way, learn how these eerie events shaped the city over the years and gave it such a haunted reputation.

Embark on a spine-tingling journey through the streets of Mobile with our enthralling ghost tour! Led by an expert local guide, you'll delve into the eerie tales that haunt this historic district. Stroll through cobblestone streets and visit iconic sites like Bienville Square and the Richards-DAR House Museum, each steeped in chilling lore and ghostly encounters. Your guide will share spine-chilling stories of restless spirits and dark secrets, revealing the city's tumultuous past. This isn’t just a walk—it’s an immersive experience on haunted ground. As you cover a mile of Mobile’s most mysterious locations, including the Steeple and the eerie Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa, you'll uncover layers of death, devastation, and the supernatural. While entry into private buildings isn’t included, the ghostly atmosphere will send shivers down your spine. Prepare for a night of thrilling encounters that will leave you questioning what truly lurks beneath Mobile's surface!

Walk through the soul of the city and discover it’s iconic landmarks. Go at your own pace, anytime, walking through these historic streets and discover it’s French, Spanish, British and American past. You’ll see the historic Fort, Mardi Gras Square, the historic Dauphin Street, the Cathedral, the parks, churches, museums and so much more. Why choose this tour? Great price for a great experience! See the sites at your own pace. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Stop anytime. Continue anytime.

Bring an appetite to Mobile’s LoDa neighborhood for a gourmet tour that blends local history with treats from beignets to Gulf seafood to desserts. It’s a delicious way to eat lunch without limiting yourself to one meal, and you’ll get a delicious look into the city’s cuisine while learning about three centuries of Mobile history.

Once you are onboard you will enjoy a narrative tour of the area waterways and sit back listening to beach music as we seek out the bottlenose dolphin. For your convenience, we have a snack bar on the boat which serves sandwiches, soft drinks, candy, chips, ice cream, beer, wine and mixed drinks. We allow our guests to bring their own coolers for nonalcoholic beverages. For a truly amazing experience, we guarantee that you will see a dolphin on each cruise. Although you can’t swim with the dolphins, we get as close as possible in order to give you an experience with these beautiful animals that you’ll never forget. Whether you are planning a trip with a loved one, or would like to plan dinner party for a large group we can accommodate everyone!

Explore Fairhope like a local as you visit and sample foods from some of the most beloved downtown restaurants. In the same time it would take you to go out for lunch, you can instead visit six different spots and try several dishes. All dishes and an alcholic beverage are included for a seamless experience.

The Sunny Lady runs Dolphin Cruises daily. Family owned and operated, this is an ideal way to enjoy a relaxing 1.5 hour cruise watching dolphins play in their natural habitat. These boats feature a snack bar, restrooms and an air conditioned/heated cabin.

Combine a nature cruise with the magic of the golden hour during this excursion from Orange Beach. Board The Explorer, a 40-foot pontoon-style vessel, and set out on the waterways for a relaxing sail where you can spot wildlife including bald eagles, herons, schools of fish, alligators, and dolphins. Thanks to the shallow draft, you can navigate into creeks and swamps.

Now that the USCG has selected Birmingham as the site if a major training base, learn what makes them uniquely special. A member of the Coast Guard Historical Society will use visual displays to explore their exploits from past-to-present with a special focus on their role in the American Civil War. After learning about this unique service, continue walking with a colorful look at Birmingham's ghostly past while viewing the exterior of two historic hotels. Continue walking two more blocks to the site of Birmingham's historic version of Jack the Ripper. Along the way, hear about a famous mob shootout involving Birmingham's own hard boiled detective, A.C. McGuire.

Step aboard the Perdido Queen for an unforgettable harbor tour through Mobile's bustling port. This cruise offers a unique perspective of one of the Gulf Coast’s most historic and active harbors. Glide past massive cargo ships, naval vessels, and the working waterfront as your guide shares fascinating stories about Mobile’s maritime heritage, shipbuilding industry, and the city’s role in global trade. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the skyline, the USS Alabama, and the Mobile River Delta. With comfortable seating, panoramic views, and southern hospitality on board, the Perdido Queen makes for a relaxing and educational experience for all ages. Through March 2026, come see the SS United States! An ocean liner that set the transatlantic speed record on her 1952 maiden voyage, before retiring in 1969. She was purchased in 2024 by Okaloosa County, Florida, moved to Mobile for cleanup, and is now being prepared to be sunk off the Gulf Coast as the world’s largest artificial reef.

Our experiences are perfect for families, solo travelers, work colleagues, folks looking for a fun date idea and basically anyone who wants to have fun exploring interesting places. For the Downtown Huntsville Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game you will need to solve a mystery adventure. You will solve a fun task at each of the following locations: Huntsville Art Museum Toftoy Historic Marker Constitution Hall Park St. Mary of the Visitation Church Saint Bartley Baptist Church Huntsville Veterans Memorial Japanese Friendship Bridge. In short, you will walk around 2 miles as you find clues, learn fun facts and solve puzzles. You will learn amazing local history like why a replica rabbit guards the museum and about the history of Saint Bartley Primitive Baptist Church which was led by Minister William Harris, for 50 years.

End your day in Orange Beach on a high note aboard a sunset catamaran cruise. Enjoy a smooth sail along the back bays just as the sun is setting. While you sail, keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife including ospreys, bald eagles, and herons. This tour warrants several photos so don't forget to bring your camera.

We have the shortest no-wake zone in Orange Beach/Gulf Shores. So you won’t waste 30 minutes of your time stuck in no-wake zones!

Have fun in the sun, and enjoy a memorable way to explore Alabama's Orange Beach Islands, on this small-group tiki boat tour. Choose from morning and afternoon tour times, meet your vessel right at the waterfront, and hop aboard your tropical vessel. You can soak in the beauty of the Gulf shores, swim off the coast of Bird Island, sunbathe, and enjoy BYO drinks and snacks (coolers, ice, and glasses are provided).

Enjoy time exploring Alabama's southern waterways during this catamaran cruise from Orange Beach. Board your vessel and enjoy a smooth ride on the gulf waters, creeks, and/or swamps. Observe local wildlife like egrets, herons, dolphins, large schools of fish, and perhaps even a bald eagle. Whether you're traveling solo, in a couple, with friends or family, this excursion has something for everyone to enjoy.

We are a family-owned business dedicated to showing you the beautiful area we live in and having a good time! We offer Island Hopping tours, Bushwacker tours, and sunrise / sunset tours. We will also accommodate any custom tour you would like to try and we can stop at any of the many eateries that are accessible via boat. You will be provided a professional and responsible captain to get you to and from port safely. We are here are here to ensure you have a good time and will be e repeat customer. We are always flexible to change up what you want to do during the day. When you book with us you are getting a captain who aims to please!

Discover dolphins near Orange Beach in Alabama with a sightseeing cruise. Climb aboard a boat for a scenic journey focused on the nature and wildlife of the region. Keep an eye out for dolphins, alligators, and a variety of birds like herons as the boat proceeds through swamps and hidden creeks of back bays. Learn about the local flora and fauna during this eco tour.

Cruise through the beautiful Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry on a Segway tour designed for exploration and family fun. This 2-hour guided Eco Tour offers a unique way to connect with nature as you glide along the emerald green beaches and spot local wildlife. Perfect for families and those who may find walking difficult, this tour showcases diverse ecosystems while ensuring an entertaining experience led by knowledgeable guides. - 2-hour guided Segway Eco Tour through Hugh S. Branyon Trail - Suitable for ages 12 and up; great for families - Explore diverse ecosystems and local wildlife in Gulf Shores - Multiple daily tour times available, weather permitting

Discover the tumultuous history of Montgomery, Alabama, with a focus on the Civil Rights era, during this driving tour. Alongside a private guide, visit some of the city's landmarks that were essential during this time period including the Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church where MLK helped to organize the Montgomery Bus Boycott. You also tour other areas like the Alabama State Capitol and Alabama State University.