Introduction
What to do
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, The Noble South (203 Dauphin St) and The Dumbwaiter Restaurant (167 Dauphin St) are great picks.

When to visit Mobile

Mobile in December
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mobile in December
Estimated hotel price
$108
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 Nola Rent A Car, among others, in New Orleans.

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 Nola Rent A Car, among others, in New Orleans.

Airports near Mobile

MOBMobile
PNSPensacola
VPSValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Airlines serving Mobile

Lufthansa
Good (8,285 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,592 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,272 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,244 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,656 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,022 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,396 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,790 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,106 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,059 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,327 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,942 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,972 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,437 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,520 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mobile

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Mobile-South Alabama University Area and Candlewood Suites Mobile-Downtown By IHG. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mobile, with prices from $45 to $512 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mobile are about 56% 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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The Admiral, Downtown Historic District
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 624 reviews)
$130+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Mobile - I-65 by IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1367 reviews)
$108+
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Tru by Hilton Mobile I-65 Government Blvd
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 755 reviews)
$110+
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Stay Express Inn & Suites - Mobile, Al
2 stars
Good (6.7, 1542 reviews)
$65+
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Quality Inn & Suites at Airport Blvd I-65
2 stars
Good (6.6, 610 reviews)
$74+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Semmes/Mobile
2 stars
Good (6.5, 486 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Mobile

Renting a car in Mobile costs $64 per day, on average, or $193 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Mobile is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia K4 or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Mobile costs $64 per day, on average, or $193 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Mobile is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia K4 or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Mobile

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$30/day

Standard

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$36/day

Compact
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