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Events

Cocktails & Cosmos at INTUITIVE Planetarium

Aug 22

The U.S. Space and Rocket Center’s INTUITIVE® Planetarium is an 8k digital...

Discovering Mars: Robot Explorers

Aug 22

Discovering Mars: Robot Explorers is now open with full-scale models of the...

Featured Exhibition: Justice for the Johnsons

Aug 22

This new exhibition shares the history of the Johnson family, owners of a...

Golden Hour at the Garden

Aug 22

Step into an evening of laid-back elegance at Golden Hour, set against the...

Mother Earth Troll Garden

Aug 22

Step into a world of wonder at Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Mother Earth...

Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. Columbus Clingstones

Aug 26

Don't miss the Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. the Columbus Clingstones on...

Cocktails at The View

Aug 27

Cocktails at The View 2025 opens April 2nd! Every Wednesday 5-8pm April...

Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. Columbus Clingstones

Aug 27

Don't miss the Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. the Columbus Clingstones on...

Dog Days at the Garden

Aug 28

Dog Days at the Garden: March – December From March through December,...

Global Rhythm & Blooms

Aug 28

Travel the world without leaving the Garden. Global Rhythm & Blooms is...

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Hello from the Rocket City! #iHeartHsv

The high-tech city of Huntsville, which sprawls at the foot of a mountain in North Alabama, is equally at home in the 19th century or the 21st. Huntsville's tourist attractions reflect the heritage of Alabama's first English-speaking city, the strife of the American Civil War and the accomplishments of America's rocket scientists.

The city is nicknamed "The Rocket City" for its close history with U.S. space missions. Huntsville has been important in developing space technology since the 1950s.

Making Your Way to Huntsville

Traveling to Huntsville is easy and stress free! Because we're close by to so many other great destinations, the drive is that much smoother. Plus you don't want to miss the scenic views on the way, as Huntsville has stunning... Read More

Districts & Areas in Madison County

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Redstone Arsenal
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Recreation District
Village of Providence
Research Park
Monte Sano
Merrimack
Lincoln Mill
Jones Valley
Medical
Hampton Cove
Downtown Huntsville
Lowe Mill
South Huntsville
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Recreation District

Looking for physical activity in a central location? This is your spot. See More

Village of Providence

Like a glass of sweet tea on a hot day, the area is filled with heart-warming Southern charm. It has a variety of restaurants, boutiques, retail shops, and local businesses. See More

Research Park

With a vibrant mixture of Fortune 500 companies, U.S. space and defense agencies, shopping and so much more, this district is the center of research and technology. See More

Monte Sano

The Monte Sano District offers stunning panoramas. Don't forget to visit Burritt on the Mountain and the Little Green Store while you're up there! See More

Merrimack

Huntsville’s Merrimack District has a different feel than the other urban areas in the Rocket City, thanks to its open spaces and New England-inspired homes. See More

Lincoln Mill

Located just one mile from the center of Downtown Huntsville, the area is anchored by the Lincoln Mill Office Campus — a growing hub for technology and innovative companies. See More

Jones Valley

This area is home to quaint neighborhoods, great restaurants & shopping, and scenic mountain views. See More

Medical

Would you like to be moments away from the city’s center, downtown, and Huntsville Hospital? Huntsville’s Medical District is a quiet little area with all of those things and more. See More

Hampton Cove

Hampton Cove is home to the famous Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. But it's not all about the golf in this district - visit Hampton Cove for the scenic mountain and valley views too. See More

Downtown Huntsville

Downtown Huntsville combines creativity and innovation in one central core. Want to be right in the middle of it all? This is the place for you.. See More

Lowe Mill

The Lowe Mill District is an emerging hot spot in the Rocket City - supporting a diverse, creative community. Campus No. 805 is the latest development to call this district home. See More

South Huntsville

Nature meets the spirit of innovation in South Huntsville. Head out on the water at Ditto Landing, explore nature trails, and more. See More