Alabama Travel Guide

The Heart of Southern charm—civil rights history, sugar-sand beaches, mountain roads, BBQ, and music heritage. Plan your Alabama trip with our guide and browse all 462 cities below.

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Why visit Alabama

  • Gulf Shores & Orange Beach: family-friendly beaches and water sports.
  • Birmingham & Montgomery: Civil Rights Trail, museums, heritage sites.
  • Huntsville: U.S. Space & Rocket Center, STEM & family attractions.
  • Outdoor: Little River Canyon, Cheaha State Park (highest point in AL).
  • Food: BBQ, fried green tomatoes, Gulf seafood, Southern hospitality.

Best time to visit

March–May & September–November pleasant weather, fewer crowds. June–August beach season (hot & humid). Winters are mild; inland frost possible.

Top attractions (starter list)

  • Gulf State Park & beaches (Gulf Shores/Orange Beach)
  • U.S. Space & Rocket Center (Huntsville)
  • Civil Rights District (Birmingham)
  • Rosa Parks Museum & Dexter Avenue Baptist Church (Montgomery)
  • Little River Canyon National Preserve
  • Mobile’s historic districts & Mardi Gras

All Cities in Alabama

462 cities • A–Z index • Instant search

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