Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center
5 Rivers Delta Center
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
Wintzell’s Oyster House
- A science center with two IMAX theaters and over 100 interactive exhibits, the Gulf Coast Exploreum explores the wonders of marine ecosystems, laser technology and much more. Event spaces range from a three-story atrium for receptions to a banquet room with river views. www.exploreum.com
5 Rivers Delta Center
- Located where five rivers form the beautiful Mobile-Tensaw Delta, the center offers exhibits on the surrounding ecosystem and is the embarkation point for canoe, kayak and pontoon boat excursions. The center offers a theater and several banquet rooms, accommodating from 20 to 320 people, and surrounding decks overlooking the delta. www.alabama5rivers.com
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
- A magnificent estate landscaped with over 65 acres of rare trees and flowering plants, Bellingrath also offers an antiques-filled home, a porcelain gallery, a cafe and a boardwalk meandering through a bayou ecosystem. Meetings and lunches for up to 100 people can be held in the Bayou Room. www.bellingrath.org
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
- The centerpiece of this historic park is a stately 36,000-ton battleship, which was commissioned in 1942 and went on to earn 12 Battle Stars during World War II. Visitors can tour the massive kitchens, crews’ quarters and other areas, as well as an adjacent submarine and pavilion housing vintage aircraft. The ship’s fantail and the aircraft pavilion accommodate large events. www.ussalabama.com
Wintzell’s Oyster House
- Serving oysters “fried, stewed or nude” since 1938, Wintzell’s is a favorite Mobile gathering place for all kinds of seafood from local waters. Almost every square inch of wall space is covered with humorous sayings from original owner J. Oliver Wintzell. Private parties for up to 100 people can be accommodated. www.wintzellsoysterhouse.com