Bienville Square
A historic square downtown named after Mobile's founder, with ancient oaks, a cast-iron fountain and squirrels, a favorite resting place for locals.
Bienville Square is named after Bienville, the Frenchman who founded Mobile in 1702. It has been a public square in the city center since the 19th century. A cast-iron fountain dating from 1890 stands at its center, shaded by huge live oaks, and squirrels often appear here. Restaurants and bars from Lower Dauphin Street surround it. During Mardi Gras it is a popular spot for watching the parades, and music events are also held on holidays. It is free to visit and a good place to rest while walking.
Opening hours
Year-round
Nearby sights
- Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center
- History Museum of Mobile
- Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception
- Mobile Carnival Museum
- Fort Condé
- Conde-Charlotte Museum House
- Richards DAR House
- GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico