60 days in Alabama Itinerary

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Montgomery
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Orange Beach
— 6 nights
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Dauphin Island
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Mobile
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Auburn
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Fort Payne
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Huntsville
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Florence
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Birmingham
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Montgomery — 9 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Montgomery: Brandished Bumper Rooster (in Brundidge), John Henderson Family Park (in Enterprise) and United States Army Aviation Museum (in Fort Novosel).

To see ratings, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read Montgomery vacation app.

Birmingham to Montgomery is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Montgomery are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 46°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can drive to Orange Beach.
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Orange Beach — 6 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Orange Beach: Fort Morgan Historic Site (in Fort Morgan) and Alligator Alley (in Summerdale). And it doesn't end there: see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, enjoy the sand and surf at Gulf Shores Public Beach, immerse yourself in nature at Gulf State Park Fishing Pier, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo.

To find ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Orange Beach holiday maker app.

You can drive from Montgomery to Orange Beach in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and car; or fly. In April in Orange Beach, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 58°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Dauphin Island.
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Dauphin Island — 3 nights

Dauphin Island is known for zoos & aquariums, historic sites, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Fort Gaines, stroll through Dauphin Island Public Beach, look for all kinds of wild species at Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary, and get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab.

To find maps, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Dauphin Island holiday tool.

Do a combination of car and ferry from Orange Beach to Dauphin Island in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry. In April, plan for daily highs up to 75°F, and evening lows to 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to drive to Mobile.
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Mobile — 9 nights

Explore Mobile's surroundings by going to Fairhope (Fairhope Municipal Pier & B & B Pecan Co.).

For maps, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Mobile vacation maker app.

You can drive from Dauphin Island to Mobile in an hour. In April, daytime highs in Mobile are 77°F, while nighttime lows are 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can drive to Auburn.
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Auburn — 3 nights

Go for a jaunt from Auburn to Dadeville to see Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail about 42 minutes away. Spend the 27th (Thu) exploring nature at Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site.

For reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Auburn tour planner.

Drive from Mobile to Auburn in 3.5 hours. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Mobile in April since evenings lows in Auburn dip to 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Fort Payne.
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Fort Payne — 3 nights

Change things up with these side-trips from Fort Payne: High Falls (in Geraldine), Unclaimed Baggage (in Scottsboro) and Lake Guntersville (in Guntersville).

To see more things to do, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Fort Payne day trip website.

Getting from Auburn to Fort Payne by car takes about 3.5 hours. Traveling from Auburn in April, Fort Payne is a bit cooler at night with lows of 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to drive to Huntsville.
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Huntsville — 11 nights

Rocket City

Get out of town with these interesting Huntsville side-trips: Cathedral Caverns State Park (in Woodville), Goose Pond Colony Resort (in Scottsboro) and Guntersville (Gunter's Landing Golf Course, John Maner's Pro Fishing Guide Service, &more). And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum, admire the natural beauty at Huntsville Botanical Garden, look for all kinds of wild species at Harmony Park Safari, and get a taste of the local shopping with U.S. Space and Rocket Center.

For reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Huntsville travel itinerary planner.

You can drive from Fort Payne to Huntsville in 1.5 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Fort Payne in May since evenings lows in Huntsville dip to 60°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Florence.
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Florence — 5 nights

Get out of town with these interesting Florence side-trips: Dismals Canyon (in Haleyville) and Natural Bridge Park (in Natural Bridge).

To find photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Florence trip planner.

Traveling by car from Huntsville to Florence takes 1.5 hours. In May in Florence, expect temperatures between 81°F during the day and 58°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Birmingham.
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Birmingham — 10 nights

Magic City

Get out of town with these interesting Birmingham side-trips: Gadsden (Ola Lee Mize- Patroits Park & Noccalula Falls Park & Campground), Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge (in West Blocton) and Orr Park (in Montevallo). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, take an in-depth tour of Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, explore the stunning scenery at Sims Cave Park, and trek along Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail.

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Getting from Florence to Birmingham by car takes about 2 hours. In May, daily temperatures in Birmingham can reach 81°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.
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Alabama travel guide

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Heart of Dixie
Known as a focal point of the civil rights struggle in the 1960s, Alabama features diverse landscapes that include tall mountains, rolling hills, and gentle plains. Though still largely undiscovered by foreign visitors, Alabama offers tourists a chance to discover the distinct culture of the Deep South. In addition to well-preserved examples of antebellum architecture, this area also boasts an outstanding local cuisine, famous for traditional barbecue recipes passed down from generation to generation. Looking for outdoorsy things to do? Nature lovers on holiday can explore the state's beaches, rugged canyons, and lush river valleys.
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