- Our list of the best things to do in Huntsville, Alabama, features the top 81 nearby activities — including 34 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Huntsville, AL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 34 things to do within the city of Huntsville, AL , followed by 47 popular activities in nearby cities, including Decatur, Madison, Athens and Owens Cross Roads
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Drivers get behind the wheel of a Lamborghini or Ferrari with an instructor for laps around an autocross car-control course
3.1 Miles
93%
512 votes
4747 Bob Wallace Ave, Huntsville, AL 35805
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Besides hosting birthday parties, girls' nights out and other special events in an all green environment, the Huntsville Botanical Garden is home to America's largest open-air butterfly house.
14.9 Miles
Harmony Park Safari is 2 mile-long nature preserve, which can be described as a drive-through zoo. In here can be seen zebras, buffalos, ostriches and crocodiles, as well as other animals.
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98%
167 votes
2060 Airport Road Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35801
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Within the Veterans' Memorial Museum are exhibits of artifacts, memorabilia, and military equipment from all wars fought by the United States military. The collection also houses a Ford Pygmy, which is the world's oldest jeep.
10.0 Miles
99%
135 votes
South Shawdee Road, Huntsville, AL
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Visitors can hike a 1.5-mile Madison County Nature Trail on Green Mountain. In the spring visitors can see azaleas and dogwood in bloom, and visitors can always see the oldest and largest Champion Winged Elm Tree in Alabama.
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Monte Sano State Park is a retreat covering 2,140 acres, with lots of picnic areas, trails and mountain-biking trails, and modern camping sites for RVs. It also has 14 cabins, designed in the style of Arts and Crafts.
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96%
91 votes
500 Church Street Northwest, Huntsville, AL 35801
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Huntsville/Madison County Convention and Visitors centers are located in three locations in Huntsville. Each location answers questions about the city for tourists, has coupons for area attractions, and helps to plan itineraries and meetings.
4.7 Miles
Twickenham was the original name chosen for Huntsville by LeRoy Pope who brought the land at auction and later donated it to the city. The Twickenham district has many historic homes, and many have signs that tell about their history.
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With 27 missiles and rockets, a Saturn V rocket, and many other items, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center is suited for all ages with its temporary exhibits. It also screens science-fiction movies, such as Back to the Future and Jurassic Park.
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Monaco Pictures is a theater and a dinner at the same time, which makes it worthy of spending an evening there. The moviegoers can choose whatever seat they want.
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Intended especially for children, Sci-quest has many hands-on exhibits and programs who aim at acquainting everybody with science in all its forms. It can host special private events, such as birthday parties.