Top 9 cultural & heritage things to do in Mobile

1. Mobile historic scavenger hunt

Explore Mobile on a scavenger hunt — uncover historic Fort Condé, the Saenger Theatre, and local tales in a fun, interactive format.

2. Interactive mobile scavenger hunt

A real-time scavenger hunt using your smartphone — race against teams globally while tackling creative challenges and clues around your city.

3. Mobile Carnival Museum entry ticket

Self-guided entry to 14 gallery rooms, a theater, and social areas in Mobile's historic Carnival Museum.

“This museum is truly impressive, featuring excellent exhibits. The women in the gift shop were very friendly and offered us great advice on how to enjoy our day in Mobile.”— LauraLee T

4. Private Mississippi Gulf Coast heritage tour

Flexible private tour of the Mississippi Gulf Coast — visit The Beauvoir Estate, Ocean Springs, and coastal landmarks at your own pace with a personal guide.

“The experience was outstanding. I was able to explore all aspects of New Orleans. A.J. was fantastic. I had some personal issues, and he ensured I was alright while still allowing me to take in everything. I highly recommend A.J. for any tours.”— karensC8646AR

5. Mobile food tour — taste the Gulf Coast's flavours

Two to three hours of walking between six culinary stops — savour iconic dishes like fried green tomatoes and beignets while exploring Mobile's historic streets.

“Cynthia was an excellent guide and an impressive historian. We gained a lot of knowledge about Mobile while enjoying delicious food. I highly recommend starting this tour as your first activity in Mobile.”— Karen R

6. Self-guided audio walking tour of downtown Mobile

Flexible tour of historic downtown Mobile — explore at your own pace with audio narration for key landmarks.

“The heat made me quite sweaty by the end, but the tour was extremely informative. I especially enjoyed Daiphin Street, and the beauty of the Catholic Church was remarkable.”— Laura_L

7. USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park self-guided tour

Self-guided walking tour of USS Alabama and USS Drum, plus tanks and aircraft in a 100-acre park.

“The tour offers an impressive array of military history covering all branches. The storytelling is well-balanced and engaging. We particularly appreciated the exhibit on the Tuskegee Airmen.”— voncileg

8. Harbor and port tour aboard the Perdido Queen

Two-hour cruise through Mobile's port — views of the USS Alabama and the skyline, with stories of maritime history from your guide.

“A highly enjoyable experience, definitely worth doing, and very pleasant overall.”— chantalbS9016QG

9. Mobile ghost tour: Murder, Mayhem, & Malice

Two hours walking tour through Mobile’s historic district with a focus on ghostly tales and local lore.

“Mary was excellent! She provided thorough descriptions and took her time to share all the details. There was so much history to discover!”— Danielle J