Top Alabama Culture

Montgomery is an important city in the history of the American Civil Rights Movement. The location of one of the most important bus boycotts, Montgomery’s streets are full of African American history. Let this self-guided walking tour give you a glimpse into the history of the city at your own pace. You’ll walk to landmarks like the Civil Rights Memorial Center and the Alabama State Capitol.

Visit the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park for a look into World War II history that lives on in Mobile. With your entrance ticket, you can take a self-guided tour of the USS Alabama and the USS Drum submarine—both National Historic Landmarks. Top off your visit with a look at other artifacts in the 100-acre park, including displays of tanks and artillery, and the Aircraft Pavilion.

Step aboard the Perdido Queen for an unforgettable harbor tour through Mobile's bustling port. This cruise offers a unique perspective of one of the Gulf Coast’s most historic and active harbors. Glide past massive cargo ships, naval vessels, and the working waterfront as your guide shares fascinating stories about Mobile’s maritime heritage, shipbuilding industry, and the city’s role in global trade. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the skyline, the USS Alabama, and the Mobile River Delta. With comfortable seating, panoramic views, and southern hospitality on board, the Perdido Queen makes for a relaxing and educational experience for all ages. Through March 2026, come see the SS United States! An ocean liner that set the transatlantic speed record on her 1952 maiden voyage, before retiring in 1969. She was purchased in 2024 by Okaloosa County, Florida, moved to Mobile for cleanup, and is now being prepared to be sunk off the Gulf Coast as the world’s largest artificial reef.

Bring an appetite to Mobile’s LoDa neighborhood for a gourmet tour that blends local history with treats from beignets to Gulf seafood to desserts. It’s a delicious way to eat lunch without limiting yourself to one meal, and you’ll get a delicious look into the city’s cuisine while learning about three centuries of Mobile history.

Birmingham is known for its civil rights history, but matching landmarks to their significance can be difficult on a self-led tour. Visit notable locations, including the 16th Street Baptist Church, Kelly Ingram Park, and the site of the 1961 Freedom Riders attack, and discover their history from your guide. Travel between sites with ease via air-conditioned vehicle, and benefit from the small-group size for a more intimate experience.

Go in search of dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico on a cruise from Orange Beach. You can take in views of the Alabama coastline while spotting Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. See other native wildlife, including crabs and hermit crabs, and earlier tours may even get to have a water battle with other vessels.

The University of Alabama is regularly rated as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the United States, but it can be difficult to see everything on the 1,000-acre campus by foot. This University of Alabama tour takes you to more than 30 Crimson Pride sights in an open-air, low-speed vehicle, letting you discover campus attractions while learning about its history and culture from a guide.

When in the Sheffield area, visiting the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio is a must—an option only available with a guided tour. Ideal for music lovers, this tour of the legendary and still operating music studio lets you see where music icons such as the Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, and Paul Simon recorded their hits, with merchandise available for purchase as well.

Get a window into space with this admission ticket to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Learn about the International Space Station and the Space Shuttle through travel simulators and interactive exhibits. Opt to upgrade your experience with an IMAX movie ticket. Ticket good any time during opening hours.

Get a comprehensive overview of Birmingham, Alabama’s top historical highlights on this half-day driving tour. Join a small group and discover key landmarks like Arlington Antebellum House, Vulcan Park, Legion Field, and 16th Street Baptist Church. Listen to your guide talk about the city’s tumultuous past, from the Civil War and Civil Rights eras to the present day while you drive around.

Walk through the soul of the city and discover it’s iconic landmarks. Go at your own pace, anytime, walking through these historic streets and discover it’s French, Spanish, British and American past. You’ll see the historic Fort, Mardi Gras Square, the historic Dauphin Street, the Cathedral, the parks, churches, museums and so much more. Why choose this tour? Great price for a great experience! See the sites at your own pace. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Stop anytime. Continue anytime.

There are many things to do and places to see around Mobile—and admission tickets to match. Save money and get admission to 11 ticketed attractions in the Mobile, Dauphin Island, and Spanish Fort areas with this one convenient multi-attraction pass. Your pass includes admission to ticketed museums, battleships, historic buildings, and more—plus useful information about free attractions in the area.

Visit Mobile’s Carnival Museum without having to wait in line by pre-booking your visit. Inside, you'll see all sorts of carnival-related ephemera, from ornately jeweled robes to old Mardi Gras crowns, all displayed in a historic mansion. You can also join one of three daily guided tours or explore on your own with the help of an app-based audio tour.

Explore the haunted spots in Birmingham with a self guided walking tour downtown, and find all the ghosts. Here legends about Hank Wiliams, Madam Lou saving the Magic City, the haunted Clark building, and gruesome stories about the Axe Syndicate. Recommended for guests 14 and over, this app-led tour allows you to go at your pace and takes about an hour.

Do more as you experience a selection of the best attractions in Gulf Shores/ Orange Beach/ Foley/ Spanish Fort, all on one money saving ticket.all on one money saving ticket. This ticket contains 7 ticketed attractions and information on several attractions that are free to the public. What's Included: - Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo - City of Foley Depot Museum and Model Train Exhibit - Historic Blakeley State Park - The Wharf - USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

Get together with your family or partner to pose for a professional photoshoot in San Diego. Your photographers will consult with you on where you’d like to shoot, choosing from several iconic spots. Then you’ll discuss wardrobe tips and some ideas on how to capture the best shots. Spend around an hour on the shoot.

Learn about the Civil rights events in Selma. Go at your own pace, anytime. Stop and explore, then continue more. This tour is location aware, meaning it plays as you walk. When you get to the story location it automatically plays, step by step, and it's navigated by our smart phone app and walking tour technology. Known as the Queen city of the Black Belt, Selma has seen historic Civil Rights events take place in its streets and it tells the story of America. On our civil rights walk of Freedom you’ll see the old train depots, churches, streets, buildings, parks and bridge where history took place. And at each stop, and as we walk, I’ll share with you the stories of Bloody Sunday, Martin Luther King Jr, Reverend Reeb, the Civil War, The Civil Rights Movement, Protests, gatherings, voting rights, turnaround Tuesday, the Selma to Montgomery March and many more. Our historic walk begins at the Old Depot Museum.

See a different side of Dothan's historic district on this history-focused tour with a paranormal twist. As you walk, your guide will fill you in on Dothan's fascinating history, with tales of the antebellum South, early settlers, and notable residents. But brace yourself, as you'll also discover a very dark side to Dothan and hear chilling tales of its past.

Spend time learning about the Civil Rights Movement from an evangelistic perspective on this walking tour through Birmingham, Alabama. Learn about the church leaders and children who marched for equality after the passing of the Civil Rights Act in 1964 from your tour guide. As you walk, stop at significant landmarks, like the 16th Street Baptist Church and Kelly Ingram Park, and learn the role they played during this critical era.

Save and do even more in Montgomery as you explore the city and what’s located nearby with the Montgomery Area Attraction All in One Ticket.This ticket contains 10 ticketed attractions and information on several attractions that are free to the public. What's Included: - Alabama State Capitol - By The River Center For Humanity - The Hank Williams Museum - The Museum Of Alabama - The Scott And Zelda Fitzgerald Museum - The Selma-Dallas County Museum Of History & Archives - Tuskegee History Center - Whippoorwill Vineyards - Freedom Rides Museum - Civil Rights Memorial Center - Edmund Pettus Bridge - Historic Davis Theatre Tour - Montgomery Museum Of Fine Arts - Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum - Rosa Parks Museum at Troy University - Tabernacle Baptist Church - The Georgine Clarke Alabama Artists Gallery

Explore Birmingham at your own pace with a private self-guided scavenger hunt. Each player selects a unique role as you solve trivia and photo challenges across key city landmarks. Use the app to navigate, uncover local highlights, and enjoy a flexible, interactive experience ideal for groups and team-building events.

Maximize your time in Mobile and explore the city’s diverse history with this multi-attraction admission ticket. For one price, you’ll have access to 8 different paid attractions. From the antique fire trucks at the Phoenix Fire Museum to submarines and aircraft at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, you’ll be able to spend time at your leisure in each museum. This ticket also includes tips for other free museums and attractions you can visit throughout Mobile.

Step into the eerie world of Montgomery's haunted history, where the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement comes alive with chilling tales of restless spirits and tragic events. The Alabama Department of Archives & History, The First White House of the Confederacy, and the Alabama State Capitol are just a few of the haunted locations you will explore on this spine-tingling adventure. As the clock strikes 8 PM, prepare to embark on a mile-long journey through the dark underbelly Montgomery's past. Whether you are a history buff, a paranormal enthusiast, or simply seeking a thrilling experience, the Montgomery Ghosts tour promises to deliver an unforgettable evening filled with ghostly encounters and historic insights. Join us for a night of mystery and intrigue as we uncover the haunted secrets of Montgomery's past and explore the iconic landmarks that continue to be haunted by the restless souls of days gone by.