Best Places to Visit in Alabama
Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Alabama with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Alabama sites or check out the sites in another state.
You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Alabama that have become local favorites easily with our site.
We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Alabama whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.
Sloss Furnaces
Birmingham, AL
Sloss Furnaces produced iron for nearly 90 years, which gave rise to the city of Birmingham, AL. Now recognized as a National Historic Landmark, Sloss Furnaces with its web of pipes and tall smokestacks offers them a glimpse into the great industrial past of the South and the nation. Sloss Furnaces has a history that is steeped in a 100-year tradition of iron pouring. To preserve that history they are evaluating their Metal Arts Artists-in-Residence program to provide opportunities for artists around the world to share their talents with Birmingham. Metal Arts is important to many in the art community, and remains an important part of Sloss Furnaces.
Town Creek Park
Auburn, AL
At Town Creek Park, there is a walking trail that is 0.87 miles long, and an additional trail is being built around the pond. They also hosts the Spring Sundown Concert Series in May. Town Creek is open from sunup to sundown.
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint
Birmingham, AL
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint, offers over 100 craft beers and their award winning burger menu. They have beers from around the corner and from around the world. Let their highly trained staff guide you through their extensive menu, and experience the burger people love to talk about.
Southern Adventures
Huntsville , AL
Montgomery Zoo
Montgomery, AL
Penetrate deep into the jungles of South America. Travel the savannahs of Africa or the hilltops of Asia. Venture the tall grasses of the North American plains. See the Zebras graze on the plains while tigers roam nearby. On the other hand, just visit your Montgomery Zoo and see it all. Join them for a fun-packed and educational adventure. Their residents include over 500 animals from five different continents, all housed in natural, barrier-free habitats. The Zoo spans over 40 beautifully landscaped acres, offering you a magnificent view of exotic wildlife and endangered species. By leisurely stroll, or with a ride on the miniature train, the Montgomery Zoo is a sight to see. Located minutes from historic downtown Montgomery.
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
Montgomery, AL
The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts was founded in 1930 and is the oldest fine arts museum in the state. The mission of the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts is to collect preserve, exhibit, and interpret art of the highest quality for the enrichment, enlightenment, and enjoyment of its public.
Monte Sano State Park
Huntsville, AL
Monte Sano State Park is located near Huntsville in northeast Alabama. In Spanish, Monte Sano means “Mountain of Health.” In the late 1800s, visitors from across the United States came for “the season” to experience and enjoy Monte Sano’s fresh air, spectacular views and mineral springs.
The MOOseum
Montgomery, AL
Since opening its doors in 1995, The MOOseum has been the premier venue for children and adults alike to learn more about Alabama’s beef cattle industry. Whether you’re a history buff looking to explore the timeline of the past or a parent who wants your children to learn in a hands-on environment, The MOOseum is ready for your visit. Allow their resident cowboy and tour guide, to show you a film and tell you a story about the cattle industry in Alabama. While visiting, take a look around at the different breeds of cattle and horses you can find. After you’ve brushed up on the past, head on back to learn about their favorite protein, beef, in Slim’s Kitchen, dress up like a rough-and-tumble cowboy in the Rodeo Arena and learn about just how cool a cow really is in The Cow Pen.
Tuskegee National Forest
Tuskegee, AL
The Tuskegee National Forest is a U.S. National Forest. The topography is level to moderately sloping, with broad ridges with stream terraces and broad floodplains. Tuskegee National Forest is the smallest national forest in the U.S. (and one of only six that is contained entirely within a single county), but supports many outdoor activities. There are four main hiking trails within the National Forest and three of these are also mountain biking trails. There are also horse trails, two fish ponds, the Uchee Shooting Range, Tsinia Wildlife Viewing Area, primitive camping and the Taska Recreation Area.
Auburn University Museum of Natural History
Auburn University, AL
The mission of the Auburn University Museum of Natural History is to conduct biodiversity research, preserve and document their region and planet’s biodiversity, and to lead and promote activities related to natural history education and outreach for Auburn University and all citizens of the state of Alabama. They seek to inspire an appreciation of nature and the environment so that they might better conserve it for future generations.
