Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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You're Going to Love Mobile

With a population of 195,111, Mobile is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mobile has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Mobile

If you’re looking for affordable options, Kitchen on George (351A George St.) and Chuck's Fish (551 Dauphin St) are great picks.

When to visit Mobile

Mobile in September
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mobile in September
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mobile in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 7.3″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Mobile, with an average rainfall of 3.7″.

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How to Get to Mobile

Plane

Mobile is served by 2 airports: Mobile Downtown (BFM) and Mobile (MOB). The closest to downtown Mobile is Mobile Downtown, which is located 5 miles from the city center. Further away is Mobile, 12 miles from the center of Mobile.

Car

Another option to get to Mobile is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 131 miles from Mobile. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Mobile Gm&o Transit Ctr - 110 Beauregard St, located 0.6 miles from downtown Mobile. Mobile is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city center.

Plane

Mobile is served by 2 airports: Mobile Downtown (BFM) and Mobile (MOB). The closest to downtown Mobile is Mobile Downtown, which is located 5 miles from the city center. Further away is Mobile, 12 miles from the center of Mobile.

Car

Another option to get to Mobile is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 131 miles from Mobile. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Mobile Gm&o Transit Ctr - 110 Beauregard St, located 0.6 miles from downtown Mobile. Mobile is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Mobile

MOBMobile
PNSPensacola
VPSValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Airlines serving Mobile

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,140 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,172 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (962 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,015 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,139 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,696 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mobile

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tru by Hilton Mobile and Comfort Suites Mobile-South Alabama University Area. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mobile, with prices from $43 to $215 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mobile are about 110% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Mobile by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mobile

Most booked hotels in Mobile

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Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 584 reviews)
$184+
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The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 360 reviews)
$213+
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The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 520 reviews)
$151+
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Holiday Inn Mobile-Dwtn/Hist. District By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 670 reviews)
$96+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Semmes/Mobile
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 459 reviews)
$75+
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M Star Hotel North Mobile
1 star
Okay (5.1, 55 reviews)
$64+
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Renting a car in Mobile

Renting a car in Mobile costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Alamo, Avis and Dollar are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Mobile is the Alamo branch at 8400 Airport Blvd, which is 12 miles from the city center.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Mobile (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93.

Renting a car in Mobile costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Alamo, Avis and Dollar are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Mobile is the Alamo branch at 8400 Airport Blvd, which is 12 miles from the city center.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Mobile (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93.

Best car rental deals in Mobile

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Compact
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