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Things to see in Mobile, Alabama (United States): 17 places and when to go
Mobile, Alabama is a city in United States with around 253,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Nature (3), Wildlife (3). The best known are USS Alabama, USS Drum and Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 13 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 01. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 30.68, -88.05
- Population
- About 253,000
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Nature (3) · Wildlife (3) · Temples (3) · Museums and art (3) · Food and drink (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- MIA Miami, 935 km as the crow flies
What to see in Mobile, Alabama
The places in and around Mobile, Alabama, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- USS Alabama1942 South Dakota-class battleship3.4 km
- USS Drum1941 Gato-class submarine3.2 km
- Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate ConceptionChurch in Alabama, United States1.2 km
- Mobile Museum of ArtMuseum in Alabama10 km
- Fort Charlotte, MobilePartially-reconstructed 18th century fort in Alabama, United States; site of a Spanish victory in the American Revolutionary War (March 14, 1780)1.4 km
- AfricatownCommunity located three miles (5 km) north of downtown Mobile, Alabama6.2 km
- Trinity Episcopal ChurchChurch building in Alabama, United States of America3.5 km
- United States Post OfficeGovernment building in Fairhope, Alabama22 km
- Middle Bay LightLighthouse in Alabama, United States27 km
- Chickasabogue Park1,100-acre (450 ha) park in Eight Mile, Mobile County, Alabama12 km
- Methodist Episcopal Church, SouthChurch building in Alabama, United States of America16 km
- Lebanon Chapel AME ChurchChurch building in Alabama, United States of America24 km
- Braided River Brewing CompanyBrewery1.4 km
- M60 tankAmerican second generation main battle tank3.4 km
- Oyster City Brewing CompanyBrewery888 m
- Squirrel's Nest Camping Shelter #1Hiking14 km
- Squirrel's Nest Camping Shelter #2Hiking14 km
When to go to Mobile, Alabama
The best time to visit Mobile, Alabama is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:13
- FebPossible10:56
- MarBest time11:47
- AprBest time12:45
- MayBest time13:33
- JunBest time13:58
- JulBest time13:48
- AugBest time13:07
- SepBest time12:11
- OctBest time11:14
- NovPossible10:25
- DecPossible10:01
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 01. In April, 17 of the 17 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Mobile, Alabama
The nearest main airport is Miami International Airport (MIA, Miami), 935 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Gulf Shores7 places56 km
- Pensacola, Florida24 places85 km
- Biloxi, Mississippi7 places86 km
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi8 places139 km
- Destin6 places155 km
- New Orleans22 places206 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Mobile, Alabama?
The best known: USS Alabama, USS Drum, Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Mobile Museum of Art, Fort Charlotte, Mobile. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Mobile, Alabama?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 13 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 01.
How do you get to Mobile, Alabama?
The nearest main airport is Miami International Airport (MIA), 935 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Mobile, Alabama as the destination and these 17 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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