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
Top 10 Gardens 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. Wynton M. Blount Cultural Park
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5.0 based on 52 reviews
2. Aunt Katie's Community Garden
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
3. Dothan Nurseries Greenhouse, Gardens, and Gifts
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We're a cute little garden center way down in South Alabama. Whether you want to stop by and walk through our the gardens, sit and enjoy a record in our living room, take in our butterfly garden, sip on a coffee in the greenhouse sitting area, stroll through our giftware, or grab a houseplant to take home, we're here for you! We'd love to help with any plant and garden questions. We also carry an array of houseplants, from everyday plants to a rare selection as well. At Dothan Nurseries, you'll find the best preforming trees and shrubs for our growing area and a staff that will help you choose the best ones for your yards and gardens. We hope you stop in and say hey the next time you're in town.
4. Bellingrath Gardens and Home
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4.5 based on 800 reviews
Enjoy 65 acres of year-round floral pageantry in a Southern estate garden with blooms and beauties every day of the year. It is our passion at Bellingrath Gardens and Home to preserve and enhance the 65-acre garden and grand estate home of Walter and Bessie Bellingrath.
Reviewed By TAskewTraveler - Arlington, United States
I spent several formative years in Mobile, so Bellingrath's was not new to me. I hadn't been there in over a decade, so I'm pleased to report that it's still a delight, particularly when you have perfect springtime weather and a lazy Sunday afternoon. When you purchase your ticket, you'll get a map of the gardens as well as an insert that lists what's currently in bloom. It's worth it to add the home tour to your ticket if you love antiques and/or ceramics, silver, and china (although many ceramics are also available for viewing in what used to be the carriage house, which does not require a separate admission price from that of the gardens). If you're traveling in the area around the winter holidays, consider going for the Magic Christmas in Lights--the last time I went (granted, over a decade ago), it was truly magical.
5. Huntsville Botanical Garden
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4.5 based on 871 reviews
The 112-acre Huntsville Botanical Garden is open year-round and contains a diverse ecosystem of meadows, upland and bottomland forest, and wetlands, as well as a variety of specialty gardens and native plant collections. The Mathews Nature Trail contains the largest accredited trillium collection in the U.S. and the Anderson Education Center is home to the nation’s largest open-air butterfly house. The Native Plants Teaching Garden is a public space that highlights the way local plants, soil, pollinators, and birds create distinct communities and how they interact to form a diverse, sustainable, and attractive landscape. A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Garden is a member of the American Public Gardens Association, the North American Plant Collections Consortium, and the American Horticultural Society, as well as an ArbNet-accredited arboretum.
Reviewed By 532serenityj - Sterlington, United States
This place was amazing had something for everyone. hammocks, rock areas (painted rocks) playgrounds for various ages, lovely gift shop, amazing art work thru out the gardens and various places.
6. Birmingham Botanical Gardens
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4.5 based on 474 reviews
Reviewed By Belzoni627 - Portland, United States
We had time to kill and decided to stop by here and still talk about how great it was! So many flowers and plants etc They must have at least 30 different types of roses here which blew my mind because i thought they were just red or white... Try and look for all the hidden sculptures in all the different areas, some stand out easier than others !
7. Aldridge Gardens
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4.5 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By Pammyt601
Enjoy the beautiful gardens as you take an easy hike around the lake. Also there is a Veteran's Memorial and sculpture in the gardens. Go inside the house to see art collections that change periodically and Frank Fleming sculptures.
8. Dothan Area Botanical Gardens
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4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By Bhsrestore - Dothan, United States
A great place to take the family for some backyard fun. Wonderful trails a Koi pond and beautiful flowers as you roam around.
9. Davis Arboretum
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By jdavidhillery - Virginia Beach, United States
If you're an Auburn student you know how valuable the Donald E. Davis Arboretum is to the university and community. Although the primary objective is a living breathing outdoor museum, it is also a university classroom. I will focus on what the Davis Arboretum is best known for, The Founders Oak. I was fascinated by my visit. The native Southern trees and plants is the real gem of the arboretum. The crown jewel would be the "Founders Oak". The tree symbolizes the strong foundation and a deeply rooted history. The tree measures 88 feet tall by 47 inches wide. It's expected to see the start of the next century. The Oak serves as a symbol of the City of Auburn in history and spirit. There is much, more to the 13.6 acre arboretum that you will love to explore. They also rent out their space on the cheap for weddings. I encourage a visit.
10. Mobile Botanical Gardens
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4.0 based on 109 reviews
Mobile Botanical Gardens consists of 106 acres of design gardens, deep woods trails, and Longleaf conservation forest, offering something for everyone. Primary collections include the internationally recognized K.Sawada Camellia WinterGarden, the Millie McConnell Rhododendron Garden, the John Allen Smith Japanese Maple Garden, and the Aromi Hybrid Azalea Garden, and more. We host two major plant sales during the year in March and October - Our Spring Plant Sale is the largest on the Gulf Coast! MISSION STATEMENT – Come Here to Grow - MBG provides experiences that help visitors of all ages appreciate and benefit from our unique Gulf Coast environment. The Gardens serve as a living classroom for residents and visitors alike. By providing a sense of place, we endeavor to instill passion for nature, and promote interest in gardening, conservation, and outdoor activities. MBG is a private, non-profit organization, and we greatly appreciate your support!
Reviewed By Fadipadi - Bowling Green, United States
This was two hours of heaven walking the shaded trails, enjoying the sights and varieties of so many plants with a real emphasis on rhododendrons,azaleas and camellias. Most of these were not in bloom, but still delightful. There were a few sculptures, antique columns and a koi pond to add to the variety. The staff was friendly and incredibly helpful. Even the gift shop was unique and featured items by local artists.
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