A Warm Welcome to
Mobile, AL
Funky, feisty and festive. Historic, hip and happening. Colorful, cool and cultured. You can call this coastal town a lot of things when you have a vibrant nearly 325-year history with lots of stories to tell and long-standing traditions celebrated on a regular basis. Once called the Paris of the South, Mobile has long been the cultural center of the Gulf Coast and you'll find an authentic experience like nowhere else in the southern United States.

Mark Your Calendar Local Events
We are forever finding reasons to throw a party. What else would you expect from the birthplace of America's original Mardi Gras? We're born to celebrate so come celebrate something you love, with us!
Bienville Bites Food Tour
GIFTS
- Mobile Museum of Art
- Apr 25, 2025 - Jan 3, 2026
Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival
- Bellingrath Gardens and Home
- Apr 25, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025
Historic Mobile Tour
- Bay City Convention & Tours, Inc.
- Apr 25, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Illusions: The Science of Perception
- Exploreum Science Center
- Apr 25, 2025 - Aug 2, 2025
Featured Video Mobile Alabama Is a City Born to Celebrate
We march to the beat of our own drum. We celebrate the unique and embrace the unusual. Are you ready to join the celebration?
Featured Stories Mobile’s Blog
Know Before You Go: Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival at Bellingrath Gardens & Home
- 2 min read
As one of spring’s most highly anticipated events, the inaugural Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival at Bellingrath Gardens…
Exploring Black Culture and Heritage in Mobile
- 3 min read
Spring Break the Mobile Way
- 1 min read
7 Mobile Oldies but Goodies
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As a city that is nearly 325 years old, Mobile has a lot of "oldies but goodies" to share with you. Check out seven of…
Doggone Good Dining in Mobile
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Craft Celebrations: A Guide to Mobile’s Craft Breweries
- 4 min read
For The Coffee Lovers | Mobile’s Local Coffee Shops
- 1 min read
15 Enchanting Photos of Mobile in Bloom
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In the Azalea City, we're no stranger to beautiful blooms. We always anticipate the return of the vivid hues of azaleas…
Take It Outside!
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Celebrating Earth Day in Mobile
- 2 min read
Charmed in the Church Street East Historic District
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Welcome to Church Street East Historic District, a place where Mobile’s history comes alive. This district is home to…
Exploring Black Culture and Heritage in Mobile
- 3 min read
Embracing Native and Indigenous Heritage in Mobile, AL
- 2 min read
5 Family Must-Dos This Summer
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Mobile's Best Historic Neighborhood Eateries
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Fun fact! Mobile is home to seven nationally registered historic districts. Each district boasts an eclectic and unique part of…
Explore Military History in Mobile
- 2 min read
Discovering the De Tonti Square Historic District
- 2 min read
10 Must-See Historic Places in Mobile, AL
- 3 min read
Mobile Mardi Gras 101
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Did Mobile, AL really invent Mardi Gras? When will it start? What is mystic society? Who is Joe Cain?! If any of these questions…
A First-Timer's Guide to Mobile Mardi Gras
- 2 min read
Mobile Mardi Gras Fun Facts
- 2 min read
Plan Ahead With Our Itineraries
Get an inside look at our vibrant city with itineraries curated by our team. Whether you plan to visit for a day, weekend or full week we have suggestions for must-see attractions, local eateries and more.
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