Orange Beach travel guide
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You're Going to Love Orange Beach
With a population of 5,441, Orange Beach is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Orange Beach has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Orange Beach
Where to Eat in Orange Beach
If you’re looking for affordable options, Villaggio Grille at the Wharf (4790 Main Street, F108) and Ginny Lane Bar & Grill (4780 Wharf Parkway S101) are great picks.
When to visit Orange Beach
How to Get to Orange Beach
Plane
Although Orange Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pensacola (PNS), which is located 28 miles from Orange Beach. Mobile is the most popular, with regular flights from Silver Airways, JetBlue, Copa Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Orange Beach departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.
Car
Another option to get to Orange Beach is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 150 miles from Orange Beach. You’ll find branches of Budget and Hertz, among others, in New Orleans.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Orange Beach using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Orange Beach takes 915 miles and will cost you around $172. From Miami, the ticket costs about $101 for a journey of 990 miles.
Airlines serving Orange Beach
Where to stay in Orange Beach
Average rates range from around $332 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $486 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Orange Beach/Gulf Front and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Orange Beach.
Where to stay in popular areas of Orange Beach
Most booked hotels in Orange Beach
Renting a car in Orange Beach
Renting a car in Orange Beach costs $99 per day, on average, or $296 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Pensacola.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Orange Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.