Parks & Local Attractions![]() ParksThe parks in the area offer visitors the ability to take in the natural beauty of our coastal geography. From dense marshland to white sandy beaches, the natural parkland here is varied and magnificent Local AttractionsLife in the Gulf Coast is full of surprises, and discovering the region can be something of an adventure. Here are a few of the interesting attractions and things to see around the area. Historic PlacesMobile and the surrounding area have a rich history, from the city's founding as the first capital of the French colony of Louisiana to Spanish occupation to the bustle of the cotton boom of the early 19th century. Experience the history of the region first hand at a number of sites and landmarks. |