Top Things to do in Alabama
Top Hotels in Alabama
- 1. Best Western Premier The Tides
- 2. The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel
- 3. Perdido Beach Resort
- 4. Drury Inn & Suites Huntsville at the Space & Rocket Center
- 5. Best Western On The Beach
- 6. Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
- 7. Hotel Capstone
- 8. Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel
- 9. Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
- 10. Drury Inn Mobile
The 10 Best Classes & Workshops in Alabama, United States
If you head for the hills in the state you’ll end up in the northern sector where the inspiring mountains and attractions like the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, the Blue & Gray Museum in Decatur and the Ave Maria Grotto in Cullman represent the diversity of experiences available in the area. In the middle of the state you’ll find Birmingham, an urban center with great attractions and museums, and Tuscaloosa, the quintessential college town and home to the University of Alabama. For beach lovers, sandy destinations like Dauphin Island near Mobile, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offer beautiful beaches, superb golf, fantastic seafood restaurants and heaping helpings of Southern hospitality.
For those who love to chase the white dimpled ball, Alabama offers one of the best golf values anywhere. The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, a collection of 468 holes at 11 different sites across the state, features top-notch, championship style courses at affordable rates.
Restaurants in Alabama
1. Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 102 reviews
Nestled among stately oaks on the shores of Wolf Bay, this campus features Alabama's only daily, open-access hot glass blowing facility where you can watch glass artists make beautiful hand blown works. Also available is The Clay Studio where you can work with our resident clay artist. Classes are also available in both studios. Our new 10,000 sq. ft. fine art gallery features Gulf coast artists. Oak trees draped in moss and stunning bayfront views make the grounds perfect for weddings and special events. The Art Center is also home for the highly regarded annual fine arts show "Festival of Art" of Orange Beach held the second weekend of March.
Reviewed By drcasil - Cleveland, United States
Fantastic Free place to see local art. Kids enjoys the Hot Shop and seeing the art at the gallery. The outside grounds are also beautiful.
2. Southern Dance Arts
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (art gallery and arts education center) based in Camden, Alabama. The organization was started with the objective to stimulate the economy in Alabama’s Black Belt region through the sale and promotion of fine arts and heritage crafts, as well as the provision of arts education opportunities (pottery & art). Since opening in 2005, Black Belt Treasures has grown from representing 75 artists to over 500. These artists are comprised of talented painters, sculptors, potters, basket-weavers, quilters, woodworkers, plus more. Visitors from all fifty states and over 27 countries have visited our gallery in the heart of Alabama’s Black Belt region. Strategically located in Wilcox County, the heart of Alabama’s Black Belt, BBTCAC serves as the centerpiece of an arts economy revitalization involving artist development and arts education - encouraging residents and visitors to experience arts, culture and place.
Reviewed By kmatko - Birmingham, United States
Great local artwork, books and history! Stopped by here while on a day trip with a friend. We both left with armloads of stuff! Friendly staff, tons of local artists represented here and if you take the time to browse some of the books, there is loads of cultural and regional history. Everything is very reasonably priced, from the quilts to the pottery and books. There are also pottery, painting and other classes that you can take when available on site. If you're in the area, don't miss taking a few minutes (or an hour) to support the locals, and whatever you do, don't leave without a Priester's Pecan Pie!
4. Paint Party Studios
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Mobile's premier BYOB paint studio. We cater to groups of any size on weekends and generally private parties during the week. With over 3,000 square feet of studio space we host groups large & small from across the spectrum--girls night out, corporate events, church events, school events, etc.
5. Blue Girl Beading Co
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Perfect activity for a rainy day at the beach or anytime if you are a bead fanatic! Come create your own soveneir choosing from our huge selection of beads and findings! Classes available, view on our calendar or call ahead and schedule a convenient time for your group.
Reviewed By 31beckih - Maryville, United States
I love this shop! Tara is amazing. I’ve purchased two previous pieces and this year while visiting Gulf Shores I forgot my favorite necklace. We were having photos taken on the beach so I reached out to Tara and she helped me come up with another amazing piece. I recommend her to other fellow visitors.
6. Sur La Table Cooking Class
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By ttmt2 - Huntsville, United States
We had a blast at our first cooking class. Thanks for making our time so enjoyable. The Sur la Table team did a great job hosting and teaching us. The four of us did the New Years Eve Date Night and we cooked an amazing horseradish crusted tenderloin, sides and chocolate mousse and it was so easy and fun. Everyone got to be a part of the experience and contribute to making the meal and the best part...we got to enjoy the fruits of our labor. We will definitely come back for other classes. The wonderful family memories were a bonus.
7. Uptown Art
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Meet,Drink and Paint Happy! We offer step-by-step art instruction and supply everything needed to create your masterpiece. We sell a variety of beer, wine and sodas to enjoy as you paint. Come with friends, or make new ones once you arrive. Our stress free classes are fun for all ages and last 2-3 hours. We also offer Private Parties and Kids Classes.
8. Pinot's Palette Huntsville
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Pinot's Palette Huntsville is dedicated to upscale experiences, exceptional quality and care as well as an entertaining, fun and social night out for everyone! Join the party by signing up for one of our events. Every week events will feature different paintings to create in studio with step-by-step directions from our local artists.
9. Better Bodies Massage Institute
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Welcome to our caring, outcome-based clinic and massage school. We offer therapeutic massage for anxiety, pain relief, and relaxation. Schedule a professional or student massage today. Our clinic is open 7 days a week by appointment. We accept FSA and HSA cards. Book online 24/7!
10. Gunport
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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