Huntsville

Alabama Constitution Village

Constitution Hall Park

See where the state of Alabama was born in 1819. Village includes a cabinet shop, law office, and a post office. During the Holidays, "Santa's Village" is held here. Open Wednesday through Saturday, March through October, and special hours in November and December.

$7 for adults, $6 for children and seniors

Alabama–Huntsville Chargers

UAH Chargers

Sports teams of the University of Alabama in Huntsville, playing mostly in NCAA Division II and the Gulf South Conference. The Chargers play 18 sports in all, nine for each sex, but football isn't one of them. Unusually for a school in the South, UAH's highest-profile sport had long been men's ice hockey, which played in Division I, but that team was shut down in 2021 due to a combination of conference realignment and COVID-19 impact. The remaining UAH teams play on campus.

Bridge Street Town Centre

An open-air upscale lifestyle center with 60 shops and restaurants, a 12-story Westin hotel, and a Cinemark theatre. Tenants include Belk's, Dick's Sporting Goods, and Barnes & Noble. Located at the Research Park Boulevard (AL 255)/Old Madison Pike interchange.

Burritt on the Mountain

On Round Top Mountain off of US 431 and Monte Sano Boulevard. Features a large early 20th-century mansion, a late 19th-century farm and a petting zoo. There are also nature trails, including one that is handicapped-accessible. Open Tu-Su year-round, though hours vary between winter and summer months.

EarlyWorks Children's History Museum

The South's largest hands-on children's history museum. See a 46-foot keelboat, play on giant instruments, and listen to stories told by the "Talking Tree."

Tue-Sat 9AM-4PM·$10 for adults, $8 for children, and $4 for toddlers

Five Points Historic District

Five Points Historic District is an example of an early 20th-century neighborhood featuring several architectural styles, including California Bungalow, Queen Anne and other modest Victorian styles. The Five Points district has become one of Huntsville's trendiest neighborhoods, with small shops, art galleries, and restaurants lining the streets in the area.

Historic Huntsville Depot

Mid-1800s era railroad depot used as a prison for Civil War soldiers. Various festivals are held here throughout the year, including the Rocket City BBQ Festival in May. Open Wednesday through Saturday, March through October.

$7 for adults, $6 for children and seniors

Huntsville Botanical Garden

A 110-acre garden with woodlands, meadows and ponds. Features the nation's largest Butterfly House, which is open from May to September. There is a Nature Center and Children's Garden. In November and December, the Botanical Garden is home to the Galaxy of Lights. Open 7 days a week except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. Hours and admission vary between summer and fall/winter/spring months.

$20 adults, $17 seniors, $13 children 3-15

Huntsville Museum of Art

The Museum of Art is in Big Spring Park. It features seven exhibit halls which host many regional and national art exhibits every year and the museum's own 2,500 piece collection. There is a large gift shop and a coffee shop with a patio that overlooks the park.

Open daily until 5PM (except Thu)·$7 for adults, $6 for seniors, military, and students, $3 for children 6-11, and free for members and children under 6

Huntsville Speedway

Stock-car racetrack off Hobbs Island Road in South Huntsville. Races are held on Friday nights from March to October.

$10, $8 for military and seniors, and $5 for students

Monte Sano State Park

Large state park on Monte Sano. Features 14 miles of hiking and biking trails, a large picnic area, cabins, a Japanese garden, and a campground. Take US 431 to Monte Sano Boulevard and follow the signs.

North Alabama Railroad Museum

It's in the Chase community in Northeast Huntsville. Features the smallest union station in the country and 90-minute train rides on select Saturdays. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays, April to December. Ticket prices for the train excursion are $12 for adults, $8 for children 12 and under. Prices may vary for special events.

Parkway Place

An enclosed mall with 70 upscale shops and restaurants. Tenants include Belk, Dillard's, Williams-Sonoma, and Carrabba's Italian Grill. Located off of Memorial Parkway at the Drake Avenue exit.

Mon–Sat 10AM–9PM, Sun noon–6PM

U.S. Space and Rocket Center Museum

Alabama's number one for-fee tourist attraction, this museum is especially of interest to space-amazed kids and kids at heart. In 2008 the aging museum was revitalized with the opening of the $23 million Davidson Center, which features a Saturn V rocket that was never launched and also includes numerous exhibits on program that led up to the moon visits. Outside of the museum are replicas and test units for numerous other space vehicles, including life-size replicas of the space shuttle and a vertical Saturn V. The US Space Camp is also based here and has hosted over 500,000 visitors since its inception in 1982.

Daily 9AM-5PM except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day, and New Years Eve and Day·$30 for adults, $20 for children, kids under 6 free. Additional charges for IMAX or traveling exhibitions

Weeden House Museum

A house built in 1819, the same year Alabama became a state. Located in the Twickenham Historic District.

Mon-Fri 11AM-4PM·$5 adults, $2.50 children

Bandito Burrito

Vegetarian-friendly Tex-mex dive. Quick service, freshly made.

Civil Axe Throwing

A perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, organize a team building event or simply have a great time with family & friends! Professional instructors to teach and facilitate your experience are present.

Con*Stellation

Annual science fiction/fantasy convention held over a 3-day (Friday–Sunday) weekend each fall.

Ditto Landing

Public park along the Tennessee River, with boathouses, greenways, and a campground.

Mon-Fri 8AM-10PM, Sat Sun 6AM-10PM

Furniture Factory Bar & Grill

Restaurant with a large patio and live music. Artwork and (of course) furniture are for sale. Located between Downtown and Five Points.

Good Company Cafe

In Main Street Shopping Village with fresh salads, sandwiches and soups.

Tue-Sun 7AM-3PM·Budget

Green Bus Brewing

Located in a 150-year-old building just off the historic square. This nano brewery specializes in small batches which creates a diverse and ever-changing tap list.

Harrison Brothers Hardware

Founded in 1879, it is the oldest continuously-running hardware store in Alabama. It is on the Courthouse Square downtown.

Mon-Sat

Hays Nature Preserve

And Goldsmith Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary. The largest city-owned park and preserve, with ten miles of trails through swamps and wooded areas. Horses and bikes are allowed on some trails. It's off US 431 south of Hampton Cove. Some online map search results may say that the Preserve is permanently closed, but it is not.

Huntsville Community Chorus Association

The state's second-oldest performing arts organization, producing both choral concerts and musical theater productions (ranging from "The Pirates of Penzance" to "Guys and Dolls" and "Jesus Christ Superstar"). In addition, HCCA features its Madrigal Singers; "Glitz!" (a show choir); a Chamber Chorale; an annual summer melodrama/fundraiser; and three children's groups, the Huntsville Community Children’s Chorus (HC3), HC3Jr, for the younger set, and HC3Sr, for high-schoolers.

Huntsville Dragway

Small dragway in Harvest. Open Fridays and Saturdays from March to October.

Huntsville Greenways

A network of bikeways, trails, and bike-friendly roads across the metro area. 73 miles have been completed, and it will eventually grow to over 312 miles. Aldridge Creek Greenway in Southeast Huntsville is the most popular bikeway, but it becomes impassable after heavy rains.

Huntsville Havoc

Minor-league hockey team. Plays from October-March at the Von Braun Center Arena. Buy tickets early- games sell out frequently.

Huntsville Land Trust Trails

A 3,400-acre network of nature preserves around the city. One of the most popular attractions is the Three Caves quarry on Monte Sano.

Mad Malts Brewing

A small and relaxed brewery. Live music and comedy shows most Friday and Saturday nights.