Best places in Dauphin Island
Discover the best places in Dauphin Island, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 57 places in the city.
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Lighthouse Bakery
Bakery
Cozy mom-&-pop locale in a historic house offering baked goods, coffee, breakfast & sandwiches.
$ $$$
4.70 (958 reviews)
3
Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Aquarium
Hands-on exhibits showcasing the 4 key habitats of coastal Alabama as part of the Dauphin Sea Lab.
4.60 (2.1K reviews)
4
Fort Gaines
Historical landmark
An 1800s brick fort used in the Civil War, with tunnels & bunkers plus a blacksmith & cannon firing.
4.70 (531 reviews)
5
West End Public Beach
Beach
Island beach offering shower facilities, a picnic area, a waterslide (for a fee) & chair rentals.
4.60 (1.4K reviews)
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Dauphin Island East End Public Beach
Beach
👍 Over the years, I have come to love the East End beach. Bigger and much cleaner than it was when I was a kid. Quiet, no crowds, good fishing and stunning views of the mouth of Mobile Bay.
Update 7/1/2022: new parking area opened up a few weeks ago. Very nice!
4.60 (958 reviews)
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Audubon Bird Sanctuary
Bird watching area
Sanctuary consisting of maritime forest, marsh & dune habitats with a huge abundance of birdlife.
4.60 (675 reviews)
9
Public Beach
Beach
Tranquil gulf-front standby with a boardwalk to the beach & covered picnic shelters on the sand.
4.50 (1K reviews)
11
Gulf Breeze Motel
Motel
Relaxed, family-owned motel offering free Wi-Fi, kitchen units & beach proximity (3-minute walk).
4.50 (431 reviews)
12
Miguel's Beach'n Baja
Mexican restaurant
Low-key, quick-serve outpost serving classic Mexican staples from tacos to quesadillas.
$$ $$
4.50 (417 reviews)
13
Inn At Dauphin Island
Indoor lodging
😐 We were really disappointed in the cleanliness of the room. We stayed in Room 109 and while the location was wonderful, it was obvious that the condo had not been thoroughly cleaned all season. The kitchen was filthy and the bathrooms smelled of urine. We also had some questions about check-in...
4.70 (172 reviews)
15
Dauphin Island Campground
Campground
Roomy tent & RV sites on a forested property with a modern bathhouse, playground & beach access.
4.40 (540 reviews)
16
Pirate's Bar And Grill
Bar & grill
Southern fare & seafood feature at this unpretentious waterfront spot with cocktails & a patio.
$$ $$
4.30 (2.9K reviews)
19
Dauphin Island Harbor House
Bed & breakfast
Unpretentious bed-and-breakfast offering 10 simple rooms, plus a sundeck, a patio & a boat dock.
4.70 (128 reviews)
20
Island Rainbow LLC
Pizza restaurant
👍👍 Delicious pizza and ice cream... always a must when visiting Dauphin Island. The cheese they use is high quality 👍
$ $$$
4.30 (787 reviews)