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Why Tour With Us?

🚗 Close to the Beach: Just 20 minutes from Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
🎭 Live Theatre Meets Local History: Foley’s stories, told with flair
👟 Fun for Everyone: Great for families, friends, and solo adventurers
📸 Perfect Photo Ops: Historic sights, quirky spots, and hidden gems

Tour Offerings

☎️ History has never been this much fun! Step back to 1957 and let a quick-witted, time-traveling switchboard operator connect you to the unforgettable stories of downtown Foley. Along the way, you'll meet quirky characters, uncover surprising secrets, laugh at local legends, and discover why this charming little town is anything but ordinary. It's history with heart, humor, and just the right amount of time-travel magic!

Haunted History Tour

👻 History never really dies... it just gets better at telling stories. Join your spirited guide—a ghost from 1971 who lived (and mysteriously lingered) in Foley—as you wander the shadowy streets of downtown uncovering haunted legends, eerie encounters, and the town's most unforgettable characters. Blending real history with ghostly storytelling, this entertaining, family-friendly tour is packed with chills, laughs, and just enough mystery to keep you looking over your shoulder.

Disclaimer: While we feel this tour is family friendly, please be advised there will be stories that involve murder, suicide and Voodoo. Parental Discretion required.

PDF Pirate Scavenger Hunt Map

PDF Pirate Treasure Hunt

Embark on a pirate filled adventure as you scavenge your way throughout downtown Foley. Look high and low as you follow the clues that will lead to the legendary Pirate, Jean Lafitte's hidden treasure!

Exclusive coupons to use in local shops and restaurants are included with your map.
COSTUMES are encouraged but not required. :)

Available as a PDF that is emailed to you to be printed at home (don't forget to bring it with you!) or to be used on your phone.

Plan to spend a lovely morning or afternoon in downtown Foley!

Hot Tip - We recommend going Tues-Sat to check out the shops in downtown Foley!

Upcoming Tours

PDF Pirate Treasure Hunt

$30.00

🚂 From Railroads to Tall Tales: The Wonders of Early Foley
📅 Monday, June 22
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Foley Public Library

Think Foley’s just where you grab snacks on the way to Gulf Shores? Think again, sugar! 🤠 Join Ashley from Foley Walking Tours for a spirited dive into the wild, wonderful characters—starting with Mr. John B. Foley himself—who transformed this little town into one of the Gulf Coast’s brightest hidden treasures. 🚂✨

Discover fascinating stories, local legends, early railroad history, and the larger-than-life personalities that helped shape Foley into the community we know today. 📖🌴 Whether you’re a longtime local or new to the area, this entertaining program is sure to leave you with a new appreciation for Foley’s colorful past! 🏛️

🎭 Now Casting: Tour Guide / Character Performer

Foley Walking Tours – Foley, Alabama

Are you a vibrant, engaging actress who loves history, storytelling, and stepping into character? Foley Walking Tours is looking for a dynamic performer to bring our downtown stories to life on select Fridays and Saturdays!

✨ The Roles

You’ll portray two unforgettable characters:

🎙️ Nelva Thompson – A charming 1950s switchboard operator with a flair for storytelling, a knack for “eavesdropping,” and the ability to connect guests to Foley’s past.

👻 “K.” – A spirited 1970s ghost who guides guests through downtown, introducing them to both the friendly and not-so-friendly resident spirits of Foley.

🎬 What You’ll Do

Perform two immersive, hour-long walking tours

Memorize and deliver engaging historical scripts

Interact positively with guests and create a fun, memorable experience

Stay in character throughout each tour

Walk approximately 1 mile and stand for up to 2 hours

💃 What We’re Looking For

Strong acting and improvisation skills

Excellent memorization and storytelling ability

Outgoing, personable, and comfortable engaging with groups

Reliable and professional

👗 Costuming

This role includes period costuming. A stipend will be provided to help you obtain appropriate attire for both characters.

✨ If you love performing, history, and creating unforgettable experiences, we’d love to have you join the Foley Walking Tours team!

There’s more to Foley than meets the eye 👀

😮 Did that surprise you? React with WOW!

Enjoying this beautiful Saturday morning by taking the wonderful FREE history walking tour put on in Saturdays in April. Love all the awesome events that Visit Foley Alabama puts on!
Of course, had to start the morning off strong with my fav coffee from my fav coffee place, @gypsyqueens_java.

Step back in time in downtown Foley 🕰️

✨ Costumed guide
✨ Immersive storytelling
✨ Fun for the whole family

History has never been this fun.

👉 Tag someone you’d bring with you!

🐾 WHERE IS SNOOKUM’S? 🐾
Snookum’s the Phat Cat is hiding somewhere in downtown Foley… can you find him? 👀

Drop your guess below ⬇️
🎟️ Winner gets entered to win a FREE tour!

What if Foley’s past is closer than you think? 🕰️
Come meet your guide and step into history like never before.

👉 Would you time travel with me? Comment YES!

Spending the afternoon planning in one of my fav spots to grab a yummy drink! Thanks @gypsyqueens_java for letting me camp out for a while. 😍😎

Join me for my talk this Thursday for our Winter Guests! Details below - https://www.gulfshores.com/events-calendar/community/2026-winter-showcase-series-from-railroads-to-tall-tales-the-wonders-of/

History comes alive—and sometimes, it doesn’t stay quiet. 😱
Join Kay for an evening of legends, laughter, and light chills.
🎟️ Book now → foleywalkingtours.com

Meet Foley�’s quirkiest 1950s switchboard operator—she’s quick with jokes and even quicker with history.
📞 Dial into the past → foleywalkingtours.com

Kids actually love this history tour (we know, shocking 😅)!
Come laugh, learn, and time travel through Foley’s story.
🎟️ Book today → foleywalkingtours.com

Rusty tools. Flickering lights. Footsteps that don’t belong. 🏥
Some say the patients at Foley’s old hospital never left…
👻 Find out for yourself → foleywalkingtours.com

Step into Foley’s past with our sassy 1950s switchboard operator as your guide! 📞
Quick, witty, and full of surprises—this tour proves history can be FUN.
🎟️ Join us → foleywalkingtours.com

Elegant. Historic. Haunted. 🕯️ Guests checked in—but not all checked out.
Explore the chilling stories of the Magnolia with our Haunted History Tour.
🎟️ Dare to walk with us → foleywalkingtours.com

We had an incredible day yesterday celebrating all our clients and friends! Thank you so much to everyone who came out and got their Free picture with Santa, we know he enjoyed seeing all of you! Be sure to like and follow our page to be kept up to date on future Client Celebration Events, we can’t wait to invite you to our next special event.

Today is the day! Santa has flown in from the North Pole and he’s just as jolly as can be! Come and snag your free picture from 10-1 today! Crafts for the kids, goodies for you and a special Santa pic for the family, what could be better!?! See you at One Club – Clubhouse at 20050 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 today from 10-1!
Want to make Christmas extra special for a local Foster/Adopted child? Bring a gift* to donate to the Foster & Adoptive Parents Association
*No donation required to take advantage of this event.

It’s tomorrow! Make plans to drop by or stay awhile and visit with Santa! Free and open to the public, we will be giving out goodies and free Santa pictures from 10-1 TOMORROW at One Club – Clubhouse at 20050 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542. Bring your kids, pups and significant others to get on Santa’s Good list!
Want to make Christmas extra special for a local Foster/Adopted child? Bring a gift* to donate to the Foster & Adoptive Parents Association
*No donation required to take advantage of this event.

You know who needs their picture with Santa this year? Your sweet little furbabies! Free Pictures with Santa as part of our Client Celebration Event. Free and open to the public, we will be giving out goodies and free Santa pictures from 10-1 TOMORROW at One Club – Clubhouse at 20050 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542. Bring your kids, pups and significant others to get on Santa’s Good list!
Want to make Christmas extra special for a local Foster/Adopted child? Bring a gift* to donate to the Foster & Adoptive Parents Association
*No donation required to take advantage of this event.

Santa is ready to rock and roll down Candy Cane Lane to come visit you! Join us at One Club – Clubhouse at 20050 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 from 10-1 on Sat. Nov. 9th! Bring the whole family, we will have crafts/games for the kids, goodies for you and a FREE family photo with Santa! If you’d like to bless a local Foster/Adopted teen this year, please bring a gift* to donate to the Foster & Adoptive Parents Association. Santa is geared up and ready to make this a memorable Christmas! See you Saturday!
*No donation required to take advantage of this event.

Foley looks peaceful by day... but at night, the whispers start. 👻
Join Kay on the Haunted History Tour and uncover the stories that never rest.
🎟️ Book your adventure → foleywalkingtours.com

Santa may be chilling on the beach, but we are getting ready for our upcoming Snapshots with Santa Client Celebration Event on Saturday November 8th from 10-1 at One Club – Clubhouse at20050 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542. Come chill with Santa, pick up some goodies, let the kids do some crafts and score a FREE Snapshot with Santa!
We are giving back to our community in more ways than one! Join us in donating gifts & Gift Cards* to the Foster & Adoptive Parents Association for local teenagers.
Drop by or stay a while, we can’t wait to see you!
*No donation required to take advantage of this event.

Tired of sand and sunscreen? 🏖️ Trade the beach for treasure hunting! Foley’s Pirate Adventure is just minutes away from Gulf Shores & Orange Beach.
👟 Walk, laugh, and plunder downtown at yer own pace.
🎟️ Get yer Pirate Pass → foleywalkingtours.com

Bring your furbabies for their FREE Picture with Santa! Our Client Celebration event is open to the public, so put their snazziest handkerchief on and invite a friend! Saturday November 8th from 10-1 at One Club – Clubhouse at20050 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542. Come chill with Santa, pick up some goodies, let the kids do some crafts and score a FREE Snapshot with Santa!
We are giving back to our community in more ways than one! Join us in donating gifts & Gift Cards* to the Foster & Adoptive Parents Association for local teenagers.
Drop by or stay a while, we can’t wait to see you!
*No donation required to take advantage of this event.

Stories You’ll Tell Forever! Some stories stick with you long after the tour ends. Foley’s ghosts don’t just haunt buildings—they haunt your memory.
👻 Ready for a story you’ll never forget?
🎟️ Haunted History Tour → foleywalkingtours.com

👻 This Halloween, step into the shadows with Kay… if you dare. 👻

When the sun sets on downtown Foley, the stories begin to stir. 🕯️
Join Kay, your spirited guide through our Haunted History Tour, as she shares eerie legends, unexplained happenings, and the haunted secrets hiding behind Foley’s beautiful old buildings.

💀 No jump scares. No props. Just real stories, real history, and a few real chills.

Bring your courage, your curiosity… and maybe someone to hold onto. 😉

🎟️ Spots vanish faster than ghosts!
Reserve your Halloween tour now → foleywalkingtours.com

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Ok, can it officially be Christmas NOW??? Come join us at our annual Snapshots with Santa Client Celebration event on Sat. Nov. 9th from 10-1 at One Club – Clubhouse at 20050 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542. Santa will be flying in from the North Pole to take wonderful pictures with you and your family as our gift to you! Mark it on the calendar, we are already counting down the days!

Wanna know what makes Santa dance??? Well, slick ice for one! But mostly, getting to see YOU at our Snapshots with Santa Client Celebration Event on Nov. 9th from 10-1 at One Club – Clubhouse at 20050 Oak Rd E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542.
If you want to give back to our community, bring a Christmas Gift Card* to donate to the Baldwin County Foster & Adoptive Parents Association.Drop by or stay for a spell, we will have goodies for you, crafts for the kids and some quality time with Santa. Can’t wait to see you!
*No donation required to take advantage of this event.

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Meet your Tour Guide, Ashley!

I’m a history lover, theatre grad, and Foley fanatic. I started Foley Walking Tours to bring our charming downtown’s stories to life—with a little flair and a lot of fun. Come walk with me and see Foley like never before!

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Join Email List for 10% off!

Tour Offerings

Time Travelers Tour

Upcoming Tours

PDF Pirate Treasure Hunt

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DISCOVER THE HEART OF FOLEY WALKING TOURS

Your Gateway to Adventure

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