• Where is Decatur located?
    • Decatur is the largest city within Morgan County, located just over an hour from Birmingham.
  • What historic buildings can be found in Decatur?
    • A large number of historic buildings are showcased throughout the city, including some of the most significant Victorian-era structures left standing in the state today.
  • What major attractions can visitors explore in Decatur?
    • Major attractions such as Wheeler Wildlife Refuge, Point Mallard Park, and the Princess Theatre draw visitors from around the American Southeast for day trips.

1. Wheeler Wildlife Refuge ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Wheeler Wildlife Refuge
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2. Point Mallard Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Point Mallard Park
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3. Cook Natural Science Museum

Cook Natural Science Museum
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4. Delano Park

Delano Park
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5. The Old Decatur Historic District

The Old Decatur Historic District
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6. Carnegie Visual Arts Center

Carnegie Visual Arts Center
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7. The Princess Theatre

The Princess Theatre
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8. Wheeler Lake

Wheeler Lake
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9. Morgan County Archives

Morgan County Archives
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10. Alabama Jubilee

Alabama Jubilee
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11. The RailYard

The RailYard
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12. Big Bob Gibson's Bar-B-Que

Big Bob Gibson's Bar-B-Que
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13. Simp McGhee's

Simp McGhee's
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14. Whitt’s Barbecue

Whitt’s Barbecue
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15. Cross-eyed Owl Brewing Company

Cross-eyed Owl Brewing Company
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Decatur, Alabama is 1 hr 16 min (86.7 miles via I-65 N) from Birmingham.


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