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Orange Beach Entertainment District

The Wharf in Orange Beach

Plan your visit to The Wharf, with its Ferris wheel, shops, waterfront dining, marina excursions and concerts at The Wharf Amphitheater.

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What is The Wharf?

Palm-lined shopping street at The Wharf in Orange Beach

The Wharf is an entertainment district in Orange Beach at 23101 Canal Road, off the Foley Beach Express along the Intracoastal Waterway. Shops, bars and restaurants line Main Street and Portside, with a marina, a Ferris wheel and a large outdoor amphitheater close by.

In the Entertainment District, you can carry a drink from one spot to the next in a plastic cup. The Wharf also welcomes four-legged guests on its property.

Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals has hosted beach vacations on the Alabama Gulf Coast since 1985, with 1,800+ units across Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan and Perdido Key. Stay in our Orange Beach condos and make The Wharf an easy evening outing.

Things to Do

Things to do at The Wharf

Attraction

Ferris wheel

Ride the Ferris wheel for views over Orange Beach and the waterway, then stay after dark for the SPECTRA Laser Light Experience.

Visit alwharf.com

Shopping & Dining

Main Street and Portside

Browse local shops and boutiques, then eat by the water at one of the district's bars and restaurants.

See the merchant directory

On the Water

The Wharf Marina

Book a sunset cruise, a sailing trip or a dolphin and nature tour from the marina.

Explore the marina

Entertainment

Movies, train ride and more

An AMC theater, a train ride along Main Street, arcades and escape rooms round out a full day or evening.

Concerts & Events

Concerts and events at The Wharf

Boats along the waterfront at The Wharf during the boat show

The 10,000-seat Wharf Amphitheater hosts touring performers each year. The Wharf also hosts festivals, fishing tournaments and boat shows, including The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show each spring and the Blue Marlin Grand Championship billfish tournament.

Plan around the dates in our Orange Beach events calendar and our Wharf Boat & Yacht Show guide. For dining ideas nearby, see our Orange Beach restaurants guide.

Guest Questions

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Wharf in Orange Beach?

The Wharf is at 23101 Canal Road in Orange Beach, off the Foley Beach Express along the Intracoastal Waterway.

What is there to do at The Wharf?

Ride the Ferris wheel, watch the SPECTRA Laser Light Experience, shop and dine along Main Street and Portside, book a boat excursion at the marina, catch a movie or see a concert at The Wharf Amphitheater.

Can I bring my dog to The Wharf?

The Wharf welcomes four-legged guests on its property. Brett/Robinson condos do not allow pets; pets are allowed only at our Pelican Roost, Pipedreams, Sea Oats and WindSwept beach houses.

How big is The Wharf Amphitheater?

The Wharf Amphitheater has 10,000 seats and hosts concerts throughout the year. Check alwharf.com for the current lineup and tickets.

Where should I stay near The Wharf?

Our Orange Beach condos put you a short drive from The Wharf, with the beach right outside.

Stay in Orange Beach, play at The Wharf

Book a Gulf-front Orange Beach condo directly with Brett/Robinson and spend your evenings at The Wharf.

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Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals

Why Book With Us

Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals is a family-owned vacation rental company in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, managing more than 1,800 condos, beach houses and hotel suites along Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Guests book Gulf-front and bayfront rentals directly with the local team that operates and maintains them, including the Phoenix condominium towers, with in-house housekeeping, on-site maintenance, staffed Service Desks and 24/7 guest support. Whether you’re deciding where to stay in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach, you can compare beachfront condos, bayfront resorts and beach houses in one place.

Family-Owned & Local

Locally owned and operated beach vacation specialists for 40+ years. We live here. Read the Brett/Robinson story.

Staffed Service Desks

Our staffed Service Desks each serve a group of nearby buildings, and our Hwy. 59 office serves our other properties. Your pre-arrival page tells you exactly where to check in.

Touchless Check-In

Use our touchless check-in or check in at the Service Desk. Your confirmation email and pre-arrival page list your exact check-in location and instructions.

In-House Housekeeping

We run our own in-house housekeeping and laundry services for fresh linens and clean accommodations, keeping properties to a high standard of cleanliness.

On-Site Maintenance

We provide on-site maintenance and security at many properties, plus regular inspections, secure access and 24/7 emergency assistance.

Area Know-How

We serve Gulf Shores (including Fort Morgan) and Orange Beach, and our specialists know the best restaurants, music venues and fishing spots. Start planning with our Gulf Shores & Orange Beach area guide.

Book direct with Brett/Robinson: reserve online, pay through the guest payment portal, and reach our reservations team at 1-800-211-7892. Browse Gulf Shores condos and Orange Beach condos.

Pets: our condos and hotels do not allow pets. Four beach houses accept pets: Pelican Roost, Pipedreams, Sea Oats and WindSwept.