Things to do with kids in Huntsville

Things to do with kids in Huntsville

1. See

   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

2. See

   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.

3. See

   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

4. See

   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

5. See

   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

6. See

   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

7. See

   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.

8. See

   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

9. See

   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

10. Do Not mapped

    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.

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    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.

12. Eat Not mapped

    Sitar Indian Cuisine

    The best Indian food in town, and reasonably priced. The lunch buffet (all days but Saturday) at this family-owned chain changes items often, remaining fresh and very popular.

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    Space Camp/Aviation Challenge

    Space Camp is a week-long astronaut training program for kids and teenagers. Shorter programs are available. Located at the US Space and Rocket Center.

14. Eat Not mapped

    Thai Garden

    Excellent, moderately priced Thai food in a comfortable atmosphere resulting largely from its family-run, family-friendly ambience. The longest-running Thai restaurant in the area.

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Huntsville (CC BY-SA 4.0).