The 10 Most Quirky Things To Do In Alabama
It’s no secret Alabama has its fair share of quirkiness. From drive-thru museums to oddly-shaped homes, Alabama has it all! There are several quirky things people of all ages can do right here in the Yellowhammer State, including the 10 listed below.
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The Gulf is a beachfront restaurant that's constructed from repurposed shipping containers. It's one of Alabama's most unique restaurants. Address: 27500 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL, 36561
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Hidden within Prattville's Wilderness Park is an incredible bamboo forest, which was used during the Vietnam area. With bamboo stalks as tall as 60 feet, you'll think you're in Asia while strolling this part of the park. Address: 800 Upper Kingston Road, Prattville, AL, 36067
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Miss Baker was the first animal in space to return back to earth alive. Her grave is located at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, and it's common for visitors to place a banana on top of it. Address: 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL, 35805
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The Coon Dog Cemetery, which is located off the beaten path, is a special burial place for coon dogs only. Established in 1937, there's no other cemetery in the world quite like it. Address: 4945 Coondog Cemetery Road, Cherokee, AL, 35616
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Alligator Alley is a unique attraction where you can view more than 200 alligators. You can also feed them and, if you're feeling really brave, hold a baby alligator. Address: 19950 Highway 71, Summerdale, AL, 36580
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Spectre is the fictional town used in the film Big Fish. It's located on a private island and attracts visitors from near and far. A popular activity visitors enjoy is tossing their shoes over the power line. Address: 1059-1065 Cypress Lane, Millbrook, AL, 36054
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Dead Children's Playground is tucked away inside Huntsville's Maple Hill Park (behind Maple Hill Cemetery). According to several witnesses, the ghosts of children have been seen playing in the late night hours. Address: 1351 McClung Avenue Southeast, Huntsville, AL, 35801
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No trip to Gulf Shores is complete without a visit to Souvenir City, and no visit to Souvenir City is complete without a photo opp inside the shark entrance's mouth. If fact, it's become a yearly tradition for many families. Address: 217 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542
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The world's smallest city block is located in downtown Dothan at the convergence of Troy, Appletree, and Museum streets. Prior to becoming the city block it is today, the land used to be the home of different businesses. Address: 201-209 North College Street, Dothan, AL, 36303
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Elberta is home to four life-size dinosaurs that are hidden in the woods near Barber Marina. Both kids and adults enjoy this quirky attraction. Address: Barber Parkway, Elberta, AL, 36530
Have you done any of these quirky things? If so, please share your experience(s) with us in the comments below. Also, what other quirky things would you add to this list?
For more information about The Gulf, be sure to check out our previous article: There Is No Other Restaurant Quite Like This Beachside Eatery In Alabama.
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