Must See Sights and Landmarks in Mobile Area

"Rounding out our list of activities for a day trip to Mobile is the Cathedral-Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. Dating back to 1703, the cathedral was established as the first Catholic Parish on the Gulf Coast. Today, it remains a functioning church and a popular wedding venue."

"The first Catholic Parish on the Gulf coast was established at Mobile in 1703, one year after the founding of Mobile. In 1781, in Mobile’s Spanish period, the parish received its present title “Church of the Immaculate Conception."

"Located in the De Tonti Square Historic District, this Italianate townhouse was built in the 1860s for Captain Charles G. Richards and his wife Caroline. Later donated to the city of Mobile, the home was restored in 1973 by the local chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution and turned into a museum house, which offers daily guided tours and hosts special events. Highlights include Cornelius chandeliers in the entry and both parlors, a Baccarat crystal chandelier in the formal dining room, four seasons lace ironwork, and delicate Carrara mantels."

"Fort Conde is one of the historical places to visit in Mobile,AL. The fort was built in 1723 by French explores and had many names from the different colonial powers that ruled. It was not until construction of the Wallace Tunnel in 1966 the remnants of the fort were found."

"Fort Conde is also known as the Fort of Colonial Mobile or Fort Charlotte. It served to honor Louis XV of France in the year 1723."

"Oakleigh, a Greek Revival mansion, was built in 1833 for James Roper, a prominent merchant. The house has been restored and furnished with antiques of the early Victorian, Empire, and Regency periods. Next to the mansion is the Cox-Deasey House, a raised Creole cottage typical of Mobile's middle-class city dwellers in the 1850s."

"Oakleigh House was constructed in 1833 and is a famous landmark and tourist attraction in Mobile. Its authentic period rooms allow visitors to experience Mobile’s history through the eyes of its residents."

"Since its founding in 1702, the port city has changed hands numerous times beginning with France to Britain onto Spain and then finally America, and you can feel those influences all around when exploring the neighborhoods. So let’s take it to the streets… Dauphin Street to start. The energy and soul of downtown Mobile is Dauphin Street, a toned-down version of Bourbon Street."

"Iconic Dauphin Street is the perfect location for the urban aesthetic photo shoot. Not only is it convenient to stop into a local shop or restaurant for amazing shopping and dining, but the rustic and historic look and feel will make each photo flawless."

"Continuing the trend of historic homes, Bragg-Mitchell Mansion is an antebellum home. This picturesque 1855 mansion features period furniture and artwork, with guided tours offered by knowledgeable volunteers. Do call ahead, though, as the mansion is often rented for private events."

"Mobile is a port city on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. The WWII-era USS Alabama battleship is anchored in Battleship Memorial Park. Floats, costumes and photos at the Mobile Carnival Museum illuminate the city’s centuries-old Mardi Gras tradition. The 1850 Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception features intricate German stained glass."

"Arranged underneath canopies of giant old oak trees, the Magnolia Cemetery in Mobile is hauntingly beautiful. Established in 1836, the cemetery has some of the most beautiful and elaborate Victorian-era tombstones and monuments in the south. It is the final resting place for many of the prominent citizens of Mobile during the 19th and early 20th centuries including Walter and Bessie Bellingrath (from #3 above, the Bellingrath Garden and Home) and John Bragg (from #5 above, the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion)."

"America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee, espresso, breakfast sandwiches and donuts. Order your Dunkin’ faves via the drive-thru or order ahead of time with the Dunkin’ mobile app for a fast grab and go experience."

"I tried this place for the first time today, and I will definitely be back soon. Really good donuts, and friendly people."

"Located on Old Shell Road in Mobile, Alabama, this shop is owned and operated by Cammie Wayne that use to work there when she was 16 years old. Cammie purchased the ice cream shop from Edwin Widemire back in 1998 after he opened it back in 1969. It was listed as the “Best Ice Cream Shop” for the state of Alabama by MentalFloss.com back in 2017."

"A national franchise that has been serving our area and the nation for years. Located on Schillinger Rd in West Mobile County, this location used to be on Dauphin Street near Interstate 65. Tons of flavor options and now an interactive mobile app where you can custom build an ice cream cake."

"Even though it is famous for its candy, the Three George’s location on Dauphin Street in downtown Mobile has a fine ice cream bar and serves milkshakes as well. This historic location was built in 1866 and was a general store in its hay day. George Pappolamporous, Pope and Spero started the candy store back in 1917 with the intent to have a candy, soda fountain and sandwich shop all in one."