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Gulf Shores Souvenir Stores

There are many souvenir stores on the Alabama Gulf Coast. You can find great items to take back home in almost any of them. Some of the best finds can be scored at the larger Gulf Shores souvenir stores in the area.




If you are in the Gulf Shores area just after the summer tourist season, many of the souvenir stores have clearance sales to get rid of old inventory to make room for new. It is possible to find bargains at up to 75% during these sales.

These are the biggest souvenir store chains located on the island. All have several locations, and you will most certainly walk or drive by many of them:

Souvenir City

Souvenir City on the Gulf Shores has got to be one of the coolest souvenir shops anywhere in the world. You have to walk through a shark’s mouth to get inside, which is awesome for kids and grownups alike. It makes for a great photo opportunity.

Souvenir City Photo

They have absolutely everything "beachy" you could possibly want or need to buy. You can get some really great shells at Souvenir City to add to what you have found on the beach. You can always make up a wonderful story about shell hunting and finding the more exotic treasures!

The tee shirts at Souvenir City are very popular. They have really nice key chains that would make great gifts for family left behind. Shell jewelry is another wonderful souvenir to bring back with you. They have a huge selection to choose from so you are certain to find something appealing for everyone on your list.

Even if you have no intention of buying anything in the store, it is worth a visit just to see the mounted fish and other creatures of the sea on the walls and hanging from the ceiling.

You might also check out the fudge at the front counter. You will not find any better fudge anywhere in the world.

Alvin’s Island

Alvin’s Island is a fabulous shop that sells almost everything for beach fun. They have a huge variety of bathing suits, shorts, tops and the like for men, women, children and even infants. They have a great assortment of items for the beach. You can find anything you need to keep your family happy and entertained on the beach.

Alvin's Island Photo Gulf Shores Alabama Photo

At Alvin’s Island, you can find tons of different souvenirs. There are so many options to choose from that you will have no difficulty finding the perfect gift for everyone. They have so many shells that it will make your head spin. The wind chimes available are plentiful and will please everyone. Alvin’s Island has a large selection of inexpensive magnets and mugs that you can bring home for co-workers and neighbors. It is a great souvenir shop to visit.

Surf Style

Surf Style is a chain which has several stores in the area. Chains are normally overpriced but that is not true with Surf Style. Everything in the store is really reasonably priced. If you are a bargain hunter, check out their clearance aisles for incredibly super deals. Much of the clearance items aren’t even damaged; they are just leftovers that haven’t been sold. You can score some cheap souvenirs that would normally cost three times the price.

Surf Style Gulf Shores Photo

The variety of merchandise available in the store is good too. Everyday items that are necessary for a fun day at the beach are plentiful. From beachwear to towels to toys, Surf Style has it all.

They have some really inexpensive souvenirs such as magnets, key chains and shells. These small trinkets are perfect little items to bring home for friends and family.

If you are in the Gulf Shores area just after the summer tourist season, many of the souvenir stores have clearance sales to get rid of old inventory to make room for new. It is possible to find bargains at up to 75% during these sales.

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