Alabama is home to many beautiful towns. There's no denying that! As a matter of fact, some are among the most charming towns in the entire South. If you're interested in visiting some of these towns, you're in luck. We've selected seven beautiful towns in Alabama and mapped out a road trip so you can visit them all. We know you're going to love them! Hold on to your hats, because you're about to embark on one of the best road trips in Alabama!
As you can see, the total mileage for this "picturesque towns" Alabama road trip is 822 miles, with an estimated drive time of 14 hours and 39 minutes. The road trip begins and ends in Fort Payne. This would be the perfect road trip to take during a weekend! You can view the actual Google map here.
Now, let’s take a look at seven picturesque towns in Alabama that are perfect for a weekend road trip.
1. Fort Payne
Located in DeKalb County (county seat), this picturesque town is no stranger to natural beauty. Not only does it offer incredible views from Lookout Mountain, it's also home to Little River Canyon National Preserve - one of Alabama's most beautiful areas.
2. Eufaula
The town of Eufaula is located in Barbour County and overlooks Lake Eufaula. This beautiful town is famous for its historic antebellum homes.
3. Greenville
Greenville, located only half an hour from Montgomery, is the county seat of Butler County and is nicknamed "The Camellia City." This picturesque town has a great historic downtown district.
4. Monroeville
Monroeville is the county seat of Monroe County and is best known as "The Literary Capital of Alabama." The town earned this nickname because many famous writers are from there, including Harper Lee, Truman Capote and Mark Childress. Monroeville's most famous attraction is the Old Courthouse Museum.
5. Mountain Brook
Mountain Brook is located in Jefferson County and is the wealthiest town in Alabama. It's also the location of the first office park to ever be built in the United States (1955).
6. Tuscumbia
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This charming small town is tucked away at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Helen Keller, America's "First Lady of Courage," was born in Tuscumbia, and her birthplace, Ivy Green, is a popular tourist attraction. Another popular spot in Tuscumbia is Spring Park.
7. Mooresville
Mooresville, one of Alabama's oldest towns, is located about 20 miles from Huntsville. What's so unique about Mooresville is that the entire town is included on the National Register of Historic Places. This "picture-perfect" town is definitely worth a visit!
So, are you up for this road trip? Which of these picturesque towns have you visited? What kind of ideas do you guys have for the best road trips in Alabama? For a closer look at more beautiful towns in this beautiful state, check out our previous article: These 10 Towns In Alabama Have The Most Breathtaking Scenery In The State.
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