• January 1, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. U.S. Space & Rocket Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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2. The EarlyWorks Family of Museums

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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3. North Alabama Railroad Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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4. Burritt on the Mountain

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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5. Cotton Row Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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6. Huntsville Museum of Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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7. Huntsville Botanical Garden

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. The Madison County Nature Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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9. Von Braun Astronomical Society

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10. Weeden House Museum and Garden

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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11. Monte Sano State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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12. U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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13. Big Spring Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Von Braun Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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15. Bridge Street Town Centre

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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16. Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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17. Cotton Row

18. Stars and Strikes Huntsville

19. The Benton H. Wilcoxon Ice Complex

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20. Altitude Trampoline Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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21. Let’s Play Huntsville

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22. Cathedral Caverns State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Plan a family trip to Huntsville where you can explore fascinating museums, play in the parks, and dine at excellent restaurants on your day trip or weekend getaway. Tour the U.S. Space & Rocket Center where you will see rockets and watch action-packed IMAX movies, learn with hands-on exhibits at the EarlyWorks Children's Museum and spend an afternoon at Sci-Quest which lets kids find out everything about robots, reptiles and more.

Why is Huntsville, Alabama so popular?

Huntsville is so popular with visitors because it's home to the world-famous U.S. Space & Rocket Center.

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