Img 7235 1 Alabama, Beaches, Gulf Shores — A sunny afternoon on the coast. (Liv George / The Bama Buzz)

WorldAtlas has ranked another Alabama town as the “best of”—let’s see if you can guess:

It’s home to the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
The name is pretty literal
It’s home to the yearly National Shrimp Festival

If you guessed Gulf Shores, come on down! If you didn’t, no worries—keep reading and you’ll see why WorldAtlas loves our little “Pleasure Island” so much.

WorldAtlas + Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Beach Flags, — Make sure you’re up-to-speed on beach warning flags, too. (Liv George / The Bama Buzz)

Locals and repeat visitors know there’s nothing else quite like Gulf Shores. Sure, you can find lovely seasides elsewhere—but the cross-section of beachfront fun, entertainment options and beautifully protected lands is unmatched.

WorldAtlas gave special mention to the downtown area, too:

“The downtown core of Gulf Shores is highly walkable, with beaches, restaurants, and resorts all within a short distance, given the narrow nature of the spit the town rests on.”
World Atlas

Also mentioned in the piece? Historic Fort Morgan and the iconic Gulf State Park.

Just another reason to check out the Alabama Gulf Coast before summer slips away.

Yellow Flags, Gulf Shores, Lifeguards, Orange Beach, Beach, Ocean, Rip Current — These white sand beaches attract folks from all over. (Liv George / The Bama Buzz)

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