Things To Do in Mobile AL by Jason Will

Things To Do in Mobile Alabama: Parks and Recreation

Whether you love hiking, biking, or spending time outdoors for a day of picnicking and kite flying, there are more than 30 parks and recreational areas in Mobile for you to choose from. Many of the parks feature aspects of nature that are beautiful and elaborate, while some are ideal for an impromptu family outing.

Langan Park on 4901 Zigler Blvd. in Mobile is 720 acres, and includes a tennis court, golf course, and children’s playground. The park is often the site for outdoor concerts in the city, and there’s plenty of picnic tables for family and friends to enjoy a meal. The Mobile Museum of Art is also located at Langan Park. The art museum is the largest on the Gulf Coast and features more than 9,000 artistic works, spanning over two centuries.

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Polecat Bay is another park area in Mobile that is perfect for outdoor gatherings, and ideal for fishermen. The Bay connects to the Gulf of Mexico, and isn’t far from James Seals Park and Community Center. The park features an area for playing softball and baseball, along with tennis and basketball courts, and a playground for children.

If you’re planning a trip to Mobile soon, you won’t want to leave the city without visiting the breathtaking Bellingrath Gardens. The park features some of the most vibrantly colored flowers in the world, and there are special events at the location each season. For instance, Wonderful Wednesdays takes place in the summer, and includes a cruise for kids, a walk through the gardens with Bellingrath’s display manager, and a class on cooking with fresh herbs. In autumn, the Fall Floral Showcase takes place, which includes a professional floral demonstration, and a tour of floral arrangements from some of the most skilled arrangers in the region. To book your reservations, contact Bellingrath Gardens at www.bellingrath.org or call 251.973.2217.