Why This One Tiny Town Is Secretly The Best Place In Alabama

What are some other charming small towns in Alabama?

If learning about all the fun things to do in Greensboro, Alabama, made you curious to explore other charming small towns in the Heart of Dixie, you'll be delighted to discover these little locales:

• Fort Payne. Fort Payne is the county seat of DeKalb County. The town's main attraction is the Little River Canyon National Preserve. Many consider this place to be the most beautiful spot in Alabama: it's home to both Little River Canyon and Little River Falls. Fort Payne also features a wonderful downtown area that offers several antique shops and restaurants. Music fans will delight in a visit to the Alabama Fan Club and Museum, which is all about the band that shares our state's name.
• Mooresville. If you love Alabama history, a visit to Mooresville is an absolute must! This tiny town has under 100 residents and was incorporated back in 1818. What makes Mooresville so special is that the entire town is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's home to the state's oldest operational post office, built in 1840. This tiny town may not have a ton to do, but since it's located right outside of Huntsville, you can find endless opportunities for fun in the area.
• Eufaula. Eufaula is a charming small town in Barbour County that's one of the best day trip destinations in Alabama thanks to its incredible natural beauty. It's situated right on a bluff and overlooks Lake Eufaula - one of the South's top fishing destinations, if you feel up for casting a line! Besides the beautiful Lake, Eufaula has plenty more to offer visitors, including a variety of stores and restaurants.
• Tuscumbia. Tuscumbia, established in 1820, is the county seat of Colbert County. A few of Tuscumbia's main attractions include Spring Park, Alabama Music Hall of Fame and Ivy Green -- the birthplace of Helen Keller. The historic downtown area, which features many restored buildings, is also one of the town's main attractions.
• Magnolia Springs. Magnolia Springs, located in Baldwin County, is situated at the headwaters of the Magnolia River. This picturesque town is home to the only water mail delivery route in the continental United States.
• Monroeville. Monroeville, known as "The Literary Capital of Alabama," has produced many famous writers, including Harper Lee, Truman Capote, Mike Stewart, Cynthia Tucker, etc. Monroeville's main attraction is the Old Monroe County Courthouse. The interior of this courthouse was modeled for the film version of Harper's classic novel "To Kill a Mockingbird."
• Daphne. Daphne, another town in Baldwin County, is a beautiful place to live. This Alabama town, which is nicknamed "The Jubilee City," continues to grow each and every day. Even through this continuous growth, Daphne still manages to maintain its small town charm.

• Hartselle. Hartselle, located in Morgan County, is known as "The City of Southern Hospitality." If you relocate to this charming Alabama town, you'll soon find out how it earned its nickname. The people of Hartselle are very welcoming to newcomers. When it comes to things Hartselle offers its residents, nothing compares to its downtown district. This special area of town includes several specialty shops and wonderful restaurants.