Once considered a hidden gem along the Gulf Coast, Fairhope, Alabama frequently tops the list of best travel destinations in the South. Celebrated for its scenic beauty, charming shopping district, and flower-lined streets, people visit from all over the world to enjoy a trip to this southern utopia. With a variety of exciting activities and seasonal events, there is always something new to see and experience.

Fairhope is all dressed up at the start of the year for Mardi Gras where locals and visitors fill the streets for the family-friendly parades and festivities. The Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival is a favorite spring event that showcases regional and nationally recognized artists. Summer is perfect for a poolside escape and outdoor entertainment. And we round out the year with the locals favorite, “Lighting of the Trees” and other events to kick off the holiday season.

If traveling to Fairhope for the first time, our menu section at the top will help you plan your visit, explore hotels and lodging options, discover shops and boutiques in the area, and find new restaurants to try.  To see our picks, we have crafted local itineraries from romantic getaways for couples to kid-friendly family vacations that are the perfect starting points in seeing what all Fairhope has to offer.