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Top 10 Things To Do in Alabama

1. The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail With 468 championship-quality holes, the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is one of the world's premier destinations for those who love to spend time on a fairway. The trail consists of 11 sites across Alabama, with the perfect variety for golfers of any experience level.

2. U.S. Space & Rocket Center More than 12 million people have visited Huntsville's U.S. Space and Rocket Center since it opened as NASA's first visitor center in 1970. A fully interactive museum loaded with exhibits about the past and future of space exploration, the space center is a blast for all ages.

3. Birmingham Zoo An incredible array of animals representing 250 species can be found at the Birmingham Zoo, visited by 500,000 people a year. Experience the sights and sounds of the savannah on the Trails of Africa, make a new friend at the Children's Zoo and see some of the Earth's rarest animals up close and personal.

4. McWane Science Center One of America's most exciting interactive museums for young people, the McWane Science Center makes hands-on learning an adventure. Don't miss the amazing IMAX Dome movies, bone-crunching dinosaur exhibits and underground aquarium featuring the Shark and Ray Touch Tank!

5. Huntsville Botanical Garden Spread over 112 lush acres, the Huntsville Botanical Garden is open year-round and features an incredible variety of plant life. The beauty is all around you as you walk the Dogwood Trail, find inspiration among the 14 themed herb gardens and gaze on a staggering 675 daylily varieties.

6. Battleship Memorial Park: Home of the USS Alabama Earning nine battle stars over 37 months of active duty in World War II, the USS Alabama was a powerful symbol of America's resilience. The 680-foot-long battleship remains a sight to behold, with guns that could fire shells the size of small cars. It is a must-see landmark for visitors to the Mobile Bay.

7. Barber Motorsports Park Barber Motorsports Park has quickly become one of the most popular attractions in Alabama, especially among racing enthusiasts. The 17-turn, 2.38-mile road course is housed on a 740-acre, beautifully landscaped park that plays host to some of the Southeast's premier racing events. Don't forget to buy a ticket to the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, home to the world's best motorcycle collection.

8. Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center Packed with more than 150 exhibits, the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center is just as fun as it is educational. Chemistry, biology, anatomy and a range of other sciences come to life through interactive experiences and thrilling IMAX films.

9. Montgomery Zoo Travel the world without leaving Alabama's capital, thanks to the diverse wildlife you can experience at the Montgomery Zoo. Hundreds of animals from five continents thrive in their natural surroundings, which you can tour on foot or from a miniature train.

10. Point Mallard Park Located in the North Alabama city of Decatur, Point Mallard Park is the state's top destination for wet and wild family fun. In addition to the massively popular water park open from late May through early September, Point Mallard also boasts a year-round golf course, campground and Strike Zone sports facility.