Huntsville, Alabama
Explore Rocket City
The high-tech city of Huntsville, which sprawls at the foot of a mountain in North Alabama, is equally at home in the 19th century or the 21st. Huntsville's tourist attractions reflect the heritage of Alabama's first English-speaking city, the strife of the American Civil War and the accomplishments of America's rocket scientists.
The city is nicknamed "The Rocket City" for its close history with U.S. space missions. Huntsville has been important in developing space technology since the 1950s.
The STE(A)M Capital of the South
A mixture of high-tech cool and Southern culture, Huntsville brings art and science together in one sublime city.
Featured Events
Sea to Shining Sea
- Huntsville Museum of Art
- Nov 7, 2025 - Feb 22, 2026
Santa Visits Bridge Street Town Centre
- Bridge Street Town Centre
- Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 24, 2025
Nathan Laube with Huntsville Master Chorale
- Apr 10, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
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Huntsville’s Best Holiday Markets and Boutiques
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Huntsville really comes alive during the holidays. The lights get brighter, the air smells like…
Cozy Eats and Warm Drinks: The Best Huntsville Restaurants for Comfort Food
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From soups and hearty dishes to hot beverages and drinks that give a warm buzz, Huntsville's…
Choose Huntsville for the Holidays
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A charming winter getaway awaits with cozy fireside dining and holiday shopping filled with…