Sweet Home Alabama

Weekend plans, simplified: fresh air and quiet paths at Huntsville Botanical Garden. 🌿

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. served as pastor at Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church in Montgomery from 1954 to 1960. Today, visitors can stand where history was shaped. Follow along as we highlight The Places in Alabama That Shaped America. #Alabama250

Saturday mornings in Birmingham = Pepper Place Market. 💐

As the temperatures start to warm, we’re dreaming of afternoons spent on the water. With over 69,000 acres to explore, Lake Guntersville offers some of the best views for kayaking in Alabama. Who are you taking with you?

The INTUITIVE Planetarium at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center was just named the #1 planetarium in the country by readers of USA Today in the 2026 10BEST Awards!

Happy Fat Tuesday! 🎭 Today is all about that final flourish of flavor and fun. From MoonPies to king cake, we’re indulging in every bit of Alabama’s Mardi Gras magic before the sun sets. Grab your beads and let the good times roll! 💜💚💛 #SweetHomeAlabama

This Valentine’s Day, fall for Alabama’s great outdoors.🫶

Weekend loading… 📍 Birmingham Rooftops. Restaurants. Live music. City views.🥂

Mardi Gras plans loading… 🚆🎉 Hop on Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service and head to Mobile, home of America’s first Mardi Gras celebration.

Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment is more than an arts center. Grab a bite, sip some coffee, play a game, and explore the studios all in one spot!

2026 is the year for adventure! Hit the trails and explore the beauty of Alabama! 🥾 Alabama's Must-Tread Trails: bit.ly/3YxIkA7

Looking for a new spot for a night out? Let the food, drinks, and ambiance set the tone at El Royale Café in Birmingham 🍸🍒

Sunsets over Joe Wheeler State Park are a nice reminder of the natural beauty found right here in Alabama. 🌅

When someone says “trust me, I know a place” — this is what we mean. 📍 King’s Chair at Oak Mountain State Park 📸 : @ kozdok on Instagram

If cars are your thing, make plans for World of Wheels at the BJCC Jan 30–Feb 1. Make it more memorable with a visit to Barber Motorsports. 🏁 #AlabamaTravel bit.ly/41Jchzf

Let your next date night or celebration take you to Café 123 in historic downtown Opelika, where Southern American cuisine meets classic French influence. A perfect choice for a special occasion or an evening out! 🥂

The 2026 Alabama Vacation Guides are here! Find trip inspiration, must-see destinations, and places to stay. Available free at Alabama Welcome Centers or as a digital download at alabama.travel/online-vacatio… 📷 : Cover Photo by Chris Granger

Stay where history and hospitality meet. Elevation Convening Center & Hotel offers thoughtful design, inviting spaces, and a peaceful place to recharge in the heart of Montgomery.

A new year, and all of Alabama’s natural beauty still waiting to be explored! 📷 : @huntsvilleadventurer

Kick off 2026 with curiosity. Explore the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and start the year dreaming a little bigger. 🚀 #AlabamaTravel bit.ly/2I1WtNp