Title: Huntsville Travel Guide: Best of Huntsville, Alabama Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Huntsville](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Hotels.d602985.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Huntsville](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Holiday-Rentals.d602985.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Huntsville](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Huntsville.d602985.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Huntsville Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Huntsville.d602985.Car-Hire-Guide)[Huntsville Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville.d602985.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Huntsville Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Huntsville showing a pond and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/124000/124616-Huntsville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Huntsville which includes a sunset and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/124000/124389-Alabama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Huntsville Botanical Garden showing a park and a fountain](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/124000/124390-Alabama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Huntsville featuring a pond, bird life and marine life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/124000/124617-Huntsville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Huntsville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/187000/187272-Huntsville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Huntsville Where to stay Things to do #### Lush mountainous landscapes surround this northeastern Alabama city, known for its fun-filled festivals and its role in the Revolutionary War and space age. Known as the “Rocket City” for its ongoing involvement in space exploration, Huntsville is a historic city in northeastern Alabama. Visit grand Federal-style architecture and fascinating museums and learn about Huntsville’s important role in space. Explore lush Alabama wetlands and see wildflowers and scenic vistas in the Tennessee River Valley. Huntsville’s 200-year history shines at the city’s engaging museums and historical districts. Be transported to 1819 at Alabama Constitution Village, an open-air museum with reconstructed buildings and guides dressed in period style. Visit the Twickenham Historic District where the city was first settled. Learn about Huntsville’s Revolutionary War role and see the city’s preserved railroad depot. In 1958, Huntsville was put on the map as a technology hub after America’s first satellite was launched nearby. Visit the U.S. Space and Rocket Centre Museum to see a Saturn V rocket used for a moon launch and learn about groundbreaking work on the International Space Station. Stroll through Big Spring International Park, one of Huntsville’s finest green spaces. The park is home to the [Huntsville Museum of Art](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Museum-Of-Art-Huntsville.d6124612.Attraction), the Von Braun Centre performing arts venue and a series of festivals. Visit in April for the dynamic Panoply Arts Festival or in September for the Big Spring Jam music festival. The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra is Alabama’s longest continuously operating professional orchestra. Nearby Muscle Shoals features delicious food and a famous music scene. Learn about the Alabama wetlands ecosystem at the [Huntsville Botanical Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Botanical-Garden-Huntsville.d6124596.Attraction), an informative park featuring an awe-inspiring plant collection. Wander along forested paths, dappled by warm Alabama sunshine, and relax in the garden’s wide, grassy meadows. Huntsville is located in northeastern Alabama, a 102-mile (164-kilometre) drive north from [Birmingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham.d602981.Holidays-City-Breaks). Reach Huntsville by plane to Huntsville International Airport, 14 miles (22 kilometres) west of downtown. No passenger trains reach the city but bus services are available. Summers in Huntsville are hot and humid. Visit in spring or fall to enjoy the city’s comfortable temperatures and exciting festivals. ### Where to stay in Huntsville ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Priceville Priceville is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge and Priceville Town Hall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Priceville.dx148326) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Providence If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Providence and surrounding area, you can visit Westside Center and Nature's Apothecary. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Providence.dx553248635976480003) ![Huntsville which includes a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/124000/124387-Alabama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Quigley While visiting Quigley, you might make a stop by sights like Big Spring Park and Von Braun Center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Quigley.dx553248635976472345) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sherwood Park Well liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Bridge Street Town Centre and US Space and Rocket Center while you're exploring Sherwood Park and the surrounding neighbourhoods. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Sherwood-Park.dx3000008015) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hampton Cove When in Hampton Cove, you can plan a visit to Hampton Cove Golf Course and Madison County Nature Trail-Green Mountain, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Hampton-Cove.dx553248635976482237) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Huntsville If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Old Town Huntsville and surrounding area, you can visit Huntsville Museum of Art and Big Spring Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Old-Town-Huntsville.dx553248635976476959) - Top hotels in Huntsville - Top Holiday Rentals in Huntsville ![La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Huntsville Research Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6900/6865/52a61515_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Huntsville Research Park 4870 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL £54 21 Sept - 22 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Huntsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (130 reviews) "All OK. Nice place." Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=6865&PinnedHotelID=6865&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=602985) ![The Westin Huntsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1880000/1877100/1877032/f2723eb1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Westin Huntsville 6800 Governors Dr W, Huntsville, AL £98 21 Sept - 22 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Huntsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) "Room had a couple things broken. One was the bathroom door knob, and the other was a closet door knob. No trash bags in the trash cans. One elevator was down half the time and missing an open door button. Other than these small things the hotel is nice. The staff is extremely helpful and ..." Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=1877032&PinnedHotelID=1877032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=602985) ![Best Western Plus Madison-Huntsville Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21000/20913/9392c489_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Madison-Huntsville Hotel 9035 Madison Boulevard, Madison, AL £64 28 Sept - 29 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Nice place "You wete greeted as you came in. Was clean and smelt wonderful on matter where you entered the building. Thanks for a wonderful place to stay" Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=20913&PinnedHotelID=20913&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=602985) [See all 833 properties in Huntsville](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F09%2F2025&endDate=17%2F09%2F2025®ionId=602985) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104100000/104092700/104092645/w7294h4496x8y0-5fae68de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier 26800 Success Dr SW, Madison, AL Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Wheeler National ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews) "Didn’t realize this is more like an apartment. After hours too have to call someone to come to the front desk. Used the laundry serivxe and someone had both dryers with clothes that had been there for awhile and emptied out." Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Hotels-StayAPT-Suites-Madison-Greenbrier.h104092645.Hotel-Information) ![Placemakr Huntsville - MidCity District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114910000/114901000/114900925/7a2acc1e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Placemakr Huntsville - MidCity District 945 NW Mid City Drive, Huntsville, AL Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Huntsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Orion Amphitheater ... 9/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews) "Clean room ,great location! Cons-was charged a pet fee for service animal after told would not be charged.queen size bed in room with no TV. Night shift crew was not friendly at all . No vending machines !! Will not stay again" Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Hotels-Placemakr-Huntsville.h114900925.Hotel-Information) ![Balch Road Apartments by Landing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117790000/117786000/117785985/f241cb70_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Balch Road Apartments by Landing 1260 Balch Road, Madison, AL Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions The Orion Amphitheater and Madison City Farmers ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) "Very quiet and clean." 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Wander around the gardens or experience the area's live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/US-Space-And-Rocket-Center-Huntsville.d6097614.Attraction) ![Bridge Street Town Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6a56ce4064af7e4edccff93e46dc1dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bridge Street Town Centre You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bridge Street Town Centre during your trip to Huntsville. Discover the area's live music or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bridge-Street-Town-Centre-Huntsville.d6124598.Attraction) ![Monte Sano State Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fd2bdf6c7eac8ab910a096bc9abfb3d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monte Sano State Park You can take time to visit Monte Sano State Park during your travels to Huntsville. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monte-Sano-State-Park-Huntsville.d6123919.Attraction) ![Huntsville Botanical Garden showing forest scenes and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/124000/124878-Huntsville-Botanical-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Huntsville Botanical Garden Marvel at the colorful diversity of nature at these award-winning gardens, which feature thousands of plant species, tranquil ponds and elegant pavilions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Botanical-Garden-Huntsville.d6124596.Attraction) ![Burritt on the Mountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d942322cfbfe109c00c9362aaaefe498.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Burritt on the Mountain You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Burritt on the Mountain during your trip to Huntsville. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's seafood restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Burritt-On-The-Mountain-Huntsville.d6124602.Attraction) ![Huntsville Museum of Art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/124000/124829-Huntsville-Museum-Of-Art.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Huntsville Museum of Art View works by acclaimed American artists and world-class traveling exhibitions at this museum, which is set in the scenic grounds of a city park. 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