10 TOP Things to Do in Gulf Coast (2025 Activity Guide)

Higgs Beach which includes tropical scenes and a beach as well as a large group of people

Lady Bird Lake featuring cbd, a city and landscape views

Gulf State Park which includes a beach, general coastal views and a coastal town

Mallory Square showing a sunset and general coastal views

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New Orleans Seafood Bar Crawl

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Bay Fishing South Padre Island

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What to do in Gulf Coast

Popular places to visit

Port of Tampa

Explore the waterfront in Tampa with a trip to Port of Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Bourbon Street

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.

Canal Street

Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.

Port of New Orleans

Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Gulf Shores Beach

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Gulf Shores Beach, a popular beach in Gulf Shores. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this relaxing area.

Caesars Superdome

Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Navarre Beach

Head over to Navarre Beach, a favorite beach in Navarre to enjoy the surf and sand, along with fishing. Wander the seaside or discover the sunsets in this relaxing area.

Raymond James Stadium

Catch an event at Raymond James Stadium during your trip to Tampa. Attend a football game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Areas of Gulf Coast

French Quarter

This historic neighbourhood encapsulates the soul of New Orleans and has become one of the city’s most iconic attractions.

Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach while you're in town.

Seaside

Sit at a seafood restaurant overlooking the white-sand beaches and speak with friendly locals in the lively farmers market.

Fort Walton Beach featuring a beach and a sunset

Seagrove Beach

On this shoreline on the Gulf of Mexico you’ll find a wonderful beachside hamlet and plenty of spots to play and relax.

Discovery Green which includes a square or plaza, city views and a city

Downtown Houston

Tour the beautiful green spaces, buzzing theater district and professional sports arenas nestled beneath a dramatic cityscape of gleaming skyscrapers.