Making the most of Mobile AL
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
Mostly used by Carnival Cruiseline turnarounds.
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About 200 yards from the Alabama Cruise Terminal is the one-of-a-kind GulfQuest National Maritime Museum. GulfQuest is the first and only museum dedicated to the Gulf Coast's rich maritime traditions from its discovery in the 1500s to the present day and one of the only interactive maritime museums in the country.
Colonial Fort Condé A fort that has been under control of the Spanish, French, and British at various times, Fort Conde serves as the welcome center for the City of Mobile
Bellingrath Gardens A 65-acre garden estate open year around since 1934. Includes the 2004 Top Public Rose Garden in the United States. Admission rates vary, and some packages include a river cruise and guided tour of the Bellingrath Museum
Battleship Memorial Park tour the World War II battleship USS Alabama and the World War II submarine the USS Drum. Also features a large collection of aircraft and other military hardware
Money
The official U.S. currency is the United States dollar (symbol;$). ATM's everywhere.