Huntsville (Alabama)

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Halal Explorer to Huntsville Huntsville is in northern Alabama, United States | USA about 20 miles from the border with Tennessee. It is the county seat of Madison County (Alabama) | Madison County, and is north of the Tennessee River.

Huntsville (Alabama) Halal Travel Guide

Huntsville was founded in 1805 by a Virginia man named John Hunt. For the first 140 years of its history and the city was a sleepy cotton town. In 1950 and the U.S. Army transferred Dr. Werner von Braun and his team of German rocket scientists to Redstone Arsenal. Within a decade and the city became a center for rocket design and construction. In 1960, NASA opened the Marshall Space Flight Center, which has played a significant role in the Redstone (named after Redstone Arsenal), Gemini, and Apollo manned space programs.

Today and the city continues to be a center for missile defense and aerospace technologies, with companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman having major operations here. Cummings Research Park and the second largest research park in the nation, is home to many of these companies.

According to the Census Bureau 2005 estimates, Huntsville is home to 166,313 residents. The Huntsville metro area, with 517,006 residents, is the third largest in Alabama, after Birmingham (Alabama) | Birmingham and Mobile. Madison, Athens, Decatur, and a number of smaller cities are considered part of the Huntsville metro area.

How is the Climate in Huntsville (Alabama)

. Strong thunderstorms do come out of nowhere in the afternoons. Autumn is quite comfortable in Huntsville. First frost normally happens around Halloween. In winter, snow is a possibility, but never a guarantee. Most sin Huntsville is on the light side (less than 2 inches). However, any snow amounts more than 1/3" can close roads and schools.

Being in a "tornado alley", Huntsville gets many tornado warnings in the spring, as well as a second tornado season around November-December.

Travel to Huntsville (Alabama)

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Huntsville (Alabama)

  • Huntsville International Airport IATA Flight Code: HSV 34.637222, -86.775 off Interstate 565, 15 miles west of town - Huntsville International Airport - Huntsville International Airport Passenger aircraft fly to/from such cities as Dallas, Atlanta, Washington, D.C.]], Cincinnati, Denver, Memphis, Detroit, Charlotte, Chicago, Houston and New York City.

Huntsville is served by the following carriers:

By Rail

There is no passenger train service to Huntsville.

By car

Huntsville is accessible from nearby Interstate 65, roughly 20 miles west of downtown.An interstate spur, Interstate 565, runs from I-65 eastward for 21 miles, to and through downtown Huntsville.

  • I-565: Spur route to I-65, providing access to Birmingham (Alabama) | Birmingham, AL, Nashville, TN, and Decatur (Alabama) | Decatur, AL.
  • US 72: providing access to Chattanooga, TN (via Interstate 24), Memphis, TN, and Athens (Alabama) | Athens, AL.
  • US 431: providing access to Guntersville (Alabama) | Guntersville, AL and Anniston (Alabama) | Anniston, AL.
  • US 231: providing access to Fayetteville (Tennessee) | Fayetteville, TN and Arab (Alabama) | Arab, AL.

Travel on a Bus in Huntsville (Alabama)

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  • Greyhound - (depot) 500 Church Street Northwest Church and Cleveland St, northwest of downtown ☎ +1 256 534-1681 +1 800 231-2222 The depot is in the shared facilities with Huntsville Public Transportation Center and office.

Get Around

Huntsville is very car-oriented.

Travel on a Bus in Huntsville (Alabama)

Public transportation is not popular in Huntsville, but does exist. The city offers 13 different bus routes, including a Tourist Trolley, which loops past most of the city's attractions and shopping areas. Turnovers between buses can be between fifteen minutes in downtown and one hour in outlying areas. There are also two free weekend evening routes that serve Downtown, Five Points, and the Medical District.

  • Fares
  • One way: $1
  • Seniors, students, children under 6, one way: $.50
  • Tourist Loop: $2 (all day pass)
  • Downtown Weekend Trolley: Free
  • Hours
  • Monday - Th: 6AM–6PM
  • F: 6AM–2AM (Downtown Trolley only after 6PM)
  • Saturday: 7PM–2AM (Downtown Trolley only)
  • Sunday: No service

By bike

  • Downtown Huntsville is served by the / Pace bike share program. For fairly affordable rates, one has access to bicycles in several locations in the city. However, outside of the center of downtown (near Big Spring Park) and greenways, Huntsville is not very bike friendly.

What to see in Huntsville (Alabama)

HuntsvilleApollo - The Saturn V Rocket prior to restoration and being moved to its new home in the Davidson Center. Huntsville A-12 Blackbird - An A-12 Oxcart Blackbird at the Space and Rocket Museum.

While not widely known as a tourist destination, Huntsville does have a number of attractions of interest.

Museums

  • U.S. Space and Rocket Center Museum - One Tranquility Base 34.7114, -86.6542 I-565 Exit 15 ☎ +1 256 837-3400 Opening Hours: Daily 9AM Monday - 5PM except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day, and New Years Eve and Day $20 for adults, $15 for children, kids under 6 free. Additional charges for IMAX or traveling exhibitions U.S. Space & Rocket Center - Davidson_Center-27527-2 Alabama's number one for-fee tourist attraction, this museum is especially of interest to space-amazed kids and kids at heart. In 2008 the aging museum was revitalized with the opening of the $23 million Davidson Center, which features a Saturn V rocket that was never launched and also includes numerous exhibits on program that led up to the moon visits. Outside of the museum are replicas and test units for numerous other space vehicles, including life-size replicas of the space shuttle and a vertical Saturn V. The US Space Camp is also based here and has hosted over 500,000 visitors since its inception in 1982.
  • Huntsville Museum of Art - 300 Church Street 34.7269, -86.5869 +1-800-786-9095 Opening Hours: Open daily until 5PM (except Thursday) Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, military, and students, $3 for children 6-11, and free for members and children under 6 Huntsville Museum of Art - Huntsville Museum of Art Dec10 01 The Museum of Art is in Big Spring Park. It features seven exhibit halls which host many regional and national art exhibits every year and the museum's own 2,500 piece collection. There is a large gift shop and a coffee shop with a patio that overlooks the park.
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  • Alabama Constitution Village - Constitution Hall Park | 109 Gates Avenue 34.7286, -86.5874 ☎ +1 256 564-8100 Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for children and seniors Alabama Constitution Village - ALABAMA CONSTITUTION VILLAGE See where the state of Alabama was born in 1819. Village includes a cabinet shop, law office, and a post office. During the Holidays, "Santa's Village" is held here. Open Wednesday through Saturday, March through October, and special hours in November and December.
  • Historic Huntsville Depot - 320 Church Street 34.7344, -86.5908 ☎ +1 256 564-8100 Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for children and seniors Huntsville Depot - Huntsville Depot July 2010 03 679183 Mid-1800s perioid railroad depot used as a prison for Civil War soldiers. Various festivals are held here throughout the year, including the Rocket City BBQ Festival in May. Open Wednesday through Saturday, March through October.
  • EarlyWorks Children's History Museum | 404 Madison Street 34.7281, -86.5844 ☎ +1 256 564-8100 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9AM Monday - 4PM Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for children, and $4 for toddlers The South's largest hands-on children's history museum. See a 46-foot keelboat, play on giant instruments, and listen to stories told by the "Talking Tree."
  • Burritt on the Mountain - 3101 Burritt Drive 34.715833, -86.539444 ☎ +1 256 536-2882 - Burritt on the Mountain Smith-Williams House Burritt Museum 01 Located on Round Top Mountain off of US 431 and Monte Sano Boulevard. Features a large early 20th-century mansion, a late 19th-century farm and a petting zoo. There are also nature trails, including one that is handicapped-accessible. Open Tuesday - Sunday year-round, though hours vary between winter and summer months.
  • Clay House Museum - 16 Main Street, Madison ☎ +1 256 325-1018 Opening Hours: Wednesday - Saturday A 1850s Antebellum home and art museum in downtown Madison.
  • Harrison Brothers Hardware - 124 South Side Plaza ☎ +1-866-533-3631 Opening from Monday to Saturday - Founded in 1879, it is the oldest continuously-running hardware store in Alabama. It is on the Courthouse Plaza downtown.
  • North Alabama Railroad Museum - 694 Chase Road 34.7832, -86.5461 ☎ +1 256 851-6276 - North Alabama Railroad Museum - ALCo S-2 -484 North Alabama Railroad Museum 53683 It's in the Chase community in Northeast Huntsville. Features the smallest union station in the nation and 90-minutes train rides on select Saturdays. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays, April to December. Ticket prices for the train excursion are $12 for adults, $8 for children 12 and under. Prices may vary for special events.
  • State Black Archives and Museum, Wilson Bldg, Alabama A&M University, +1 256-851-5846. Monday - F. Located on the campus of Alabama A&M University in North Huntsville/Normal. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children, and free for toddlers and A&M faculty and students.
  • Veterans Memorial Museum - 2060-A Airport Road ☎ +1 256 883-3737 Opening Hours: W-Sa 10AM Monday - 4PM - Features military exhibits, memorabilia, and vehicles dating back to the Revolutionary War. To get there, take Memorial Parkway South to Airport Road. Take a right; museum is on the right. $5 adult, $4 seniors, $3 students under 18.
  • Weeden House Museum - 300 Gates Avenue ☎ +1 256 536-7718 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 11AM Monday - 4PM $5 adults, $2.50 children

A house built in 1819 and the same year Alabama became a state. Located in the Twickenham Historic District.

Parks and greenspaces

  Information about parks can be found at the city website.
  • Big Spring International Park Huntsville's signature park, located downtown. This is where Huntsville was founded more than 200 years ago. Features various gifts given to the city by countries like Japan (the Red Bridge) and Norway (the lighthouse). Restaurants, hotels, and the Von Braun Center are nearby. It underwent an expansion near the Embassy Suites hotel.
  • Huntsville Land Trust Trails - 907 Franklin Street ☎ +1 256 534-5263 - A 3,400-acre network of nature preserves around the city. One of the most popular attractions is the Three Caves quarry on Monte Sano.
  • Huntsville Greenways - Parks and Greenways in Huntsville A network of bikeways, trails, and bike-friendly roads across the metro area. 73 miles have been completed, and it will eventually grow to over 312 miles. Aldridge Creek Greenway in Southeast Huntsville is the most popular bikeway, but it becomes impassable after heavy rains.
  • Ditto Landing - ☎ +1-800-552-8769 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8AM Monday - 10PM, Saturday to Sunday 6AM Monday - 10PM - Public park along the Tennessee River, with boathouses, greenways, and a campground.
  • Green Mountain Nature Trail, South Shawdee Road, +1 256-883-9501. Open daily. A mile-long nature trail that wraps around a 16-acre lake. Features a covered bridge, picnic area, and a "Braille trail." Located off Green Mountain Road in Southeast Huntsville.
  • Monte Sano State Park - 5105 Nolen Avenue 34.74, -86.51 ☎ +1 256 534-3757 - Monte Sano State Park Monte Sano State Park Overlook - Springtime - panoramio Large state park on Monte Sano. Features 14 miles of hiking and biking trails, a large picnic area, cabins, a Japanese garden, and a campground. Take US 431 to Monte Sano Boulevard and follow the signs.
  • Huntsville Botanical Garden - 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue 34.707, -86.633 ☎ +1 256 830-4447 - Huntsville Botanical Garden - Huntsville Botanical Garden A 110-acre garden with woodlands, meadows and ponds. Features the nation's largest Butterfly House, which is open from May to September. In 2006, a Nature Center and Children's Garden opened. In November and December and the Botanical Garden is home to the Galaxy of Lights. Open 7 days a week except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children under 18. Hours and admission vary between summer and fall/winter/spring months.
  • Hays Nature Preserve - And Goldsmith Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary. The largest city-owned park and preserve, with ten miles of trails through swamps and wooded areas. Horses and bikes are allowed on some trails. Located off US 431 south of Hampton Cove. Some online map search results may say that the Preserve is permanently closed, but it is not.

Historic neighborhoods

  • Twickenham Historic District. The Twickenham and Old Town historic neighborhoods, located just east of downtown, feature large homes that were built as early as 1814. In June and July, free guided walking tours of the area start at 10AM each Saturday.
  • Five Points Historic District - Five Points Historic District is an example of an early 20th-century neighborhood featuring several architectural styles, including California Bungalow, Queen Anne and other modest Victorian styles. In recent years the Five Points neighborhood has become one of Huntsville's trendiest neighborhoods, with small shops, art galleries, and restaurants lining the streets in the area.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Huntsville (Alabama)

  • Wilcoxon Municipal Ice Complex - 3185 Leeman Ferry Road ☎ +1 256 883-3774 Admission is $6.50 per person Year-round public ice skating rink. Open most afternoons to the public, but check website for hours. Located behind Joe Davis Stadium.
  • Canoeing on the Flint River. Several canoeing expeditions are available. The Flint River is in East Madison County, about 7 miles from downtown.
  • Robert Trent Jones-Hampton Cove Golf Course - 450 Old Highway 431 ☎ +1 256 551-1818 - Owens Crossroads. This 54-hole golf course is part of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, which has nine world-renowned golf courses across Alabama. Located in Hampton Cove off US 431.
  • Space Camp/Aviation Challenge - Space Camp is a week-long astronaut training program for kids and teenagers. Shorter programs are available. Located at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center.


Axe Throwing

The fun and stress relieving activity of throwing axes at a wooden target is an activity in Huntsville.

  • Civil Axe Throwing | Campus 805, Room 210 (2620 Clinton Ave, Suite B Huntsville, AL 35801) ☎ +1 256 655 - 2257 A perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, organize a team building event or simply have a great time with family & friends! Professional instructors to teach and facilitate your experience are present.
  • RockAxe City Throwing Club | 105 Washington St. Southeast Suite 100, Huntsville, AL 35801 ☎ +1 256 428 1515 Each target lane will hold 1-4 guests and can be booked in advance or as a walk-in on an hourly basis.

Performing Arts in Huntsville (Alabama)

  • Theatre Huntsville - A non-profit, all-volunteer arts organization that presents six plays each season in downtown Huntsville's Von Braun Center Playhouse, and also produces the annual "Shakespeare on the Mountain" in an outdoor venue, such as Burritt on the Mountain. Presentations range from such popular favorites as "Little Shop of Horrors" and "Noises Off" to cutting-edge productions like "The Laramie Project" and "Angels in America," and even a few Alabama premieres, such as "Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge." Information on tickets, group rates, special rates for touring and student groups, workshops, auditions, and more at +1 256 536-0807; please note that office hours are by appointment only.
  • Renaissance Theatre - Established in 1997,it has made a tremendous impact on the renewed interest in the Lincoln Mill neighborhood in Northeast Huntsville. The theatre is in the historically important Lincoln Mill Village Commissary Building, built in 1927 to accommodate the needs of the Lincoln Mill workers. Certain productions contain strong language and are thus recommended for adult audiences only; however, Renaissance also produces children's shows.
  • Huntsville Community Chorus Association - The state's second-oldest performing arts organization, producing both choral concerts and musical theater productions (ranging from "The Pirates of Penzance" to "Guys and Dolls" and "Isa ibn Maryam Superstar"). In addition, HCCA features its Madrigal Singers; "Glitz!" (a show choir); a Chamber Chorale; an annual summer melodrama/fundraiser; and three children's groups and the Huntsville Community Children’s Chorus (HC3), HC3Jr, for the younger set, and HC3Sr, for high-schoolers.

Sports

  • Huntsville Havoc - ☎ +1 256 518-6160 - Minor-league Ice hockey in North America|hockey team. Plays from October-March at the Von Braun Center Arena. Buy tickets early- games sell out frequently.
  • Huntsville Speedway - 357 Hegia Burrow Road 34.5681, -86.5347 ☎ +1 256 882-9191 - Huntsville Speedway - Huntsville Speedway February 2012 01 Stock-car racetrack located off Hobbs Island Road in South Huntsville. Races are held on Friday nights from March to October. Admission is $10, $8 for military and seniors, and $5 for students.
  • Huntsville Dragway - 502 Quarter Mountain Road ☎ +1 256 859-0807 - Small dragway located in Harvest. Open Fridays and Saturdays from March to October.
  • Rocket City Trash Pandas, Minor League baseball team beginning play in 2020.

Festivals

  • Panoply Arts Festival - ☎ +1 256-519-ARTS - This three-day outdoor festival features presentations, demonstrations, performances, and workshops. Panoply is one of the region’s largest festivals, with activities such as the “Global Village” – a gateway to the area’s diverse cultures – to free hands-on children’s activities to the “Official Alabama State Fiddling Championship,” “Homegrown Talent Contest,” “Ten-Minute Playwright Competition,” choreography and photography competitions, and the Art Marketplace. Held the last weekend in April each year in downtown's Big Spring International Park, Von Braun Center, and Huntsville Museum of Art.
  • Summer Sidewalk Arts Strolls - The third Thursday of each month throughout the summer of 2007, beginning at 4:30PM and continuing until 8:30PM Featuring artisan crafts and musical and cultural performances.
  • Whistle Stop BBQ Festival. Held the second weekend in May at the Huntsville Depot. Features music and a Barbecue cookoff.
  • WEUP Black Arts Festival - ☎ +1 256 837-9387 - Held in June near the Lewis Crews Football Stadium on the campus of Alabama A&M University (off Meridian Street in the Northeast Huntsville/Normal area). Features local black musicians and artists.
  • Galaxy of Lights. A drive-through Christmas lights show held at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. Open from 5:30PM–9PM nightly from mid-November to New Year's Eve.
  • Santa's Village. Held at Alabama Constitution Village. See Santa and the elves, and the reindeer. Open from 5PM–9PM nightly from Thanksgiving to December 23rd.
  • Con*Stellation - Annual science fiction/fantasy convention held over a 3-day (Friday–Sunday) weekend each fall.

Study in Huntsville (Alabama)

  • University of Alabama in Huntsville, . A mid-sized university that specializes in engineering and science. Part of the University of Alabama system. Located off Sparkman Drive near Research Park.
  • Alabama A&M University, HTTPS://WWWW.Wmu.edu. A historically black college located in Normal in Northeast Huntsville.
  • Oakwood University, . A small Seventh Day Adventist school located in Northwest Huntsville.
  • JF Drake State Technical College, . A small public technical school in Northeast Huntsville.
  • Calhoun Community College, . The largest community college in Alabama, with campuses in Huntsville, Decatur, and Redstone Arsenal.
  • Athens State University, HTTPS://WWWW.Wthens.edu/]. The state's only 2-year upper-level university. Located in Athens, which is about 20 miles west of Huntsville.
  • Florida Institute of Technology, . Campus located on Redstone Arsenal serving the local high tech community.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Huntsville (Alabama)

  • Parkway Place - 2801 Memorial Park South 34.707384, -86.587900 ☎ +1 256 533-0700 Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 10AM–9PM, Sunday noon–6PM An enclosed mall with 70 upscale shops and restaurants. Tenants include Belk, Dillard's, Williams-Sonoma, Banana Republic, and Carrabba's Italian Grill. Located off of Memorial Parkway at the Drake Avenue exit.
  • Bridge Street Town Centre - An open-air upscale lifestyle center with 60 shops and restaurants and a 12-story Westin hotel. Tenants include J. Crew, Kate Spade, Swarovski, PF Chang's and Barnes & Noble. Located at the Research Park Boulevard (AL 255)/Old Madison Pike interchange.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Like most cities, Huntsville does have its fair share of fast-food restaurants, but there are many local eateries as well that serve every budget and taste. Because of Huntsville's diverse population, a number of ethnic restaurants have opened in recent years with restaurants specializing in Greek, Indian, and (Thai), among many other ethnicities.

  • Main Street Cafe & Bakery - 7500 S. Memorial Parkway One block south of Martin Road overpass ☎ +1 256 881-0044 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30AM Monday - 3PM Budget In Main Street Shopping Village with fresh salads, sandwiches and soups.

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  • Bandito Burrito 3017 Governors Dr Sw ☎ +1 256 534-0866 - Vegetarian-friendly texmex dive. Quick service, freshly made.
  • Tony’s Italian Deli 119 James Madison Drive ☎ +1 256 772-4448
  • Gibson's BBQ 3319 Memorial Pkwy Southwest ☎ +1 256 881-4851 - Famous for its BBQ.
  • Po-Boy Factory 815 Andrew Jackson Way ☎ +1 256 539-3616
  • Rolo's, 975-E Airport Rd., +1 256-883-7656. Barbecue and seafood.
  • Tenders - 800 Holmes Avenue ☎ +1 256 533-7599 - The original location of a local chain known for its Chicken fingers.
  • Nothing but Noodles - 6125 University Drive ☎ +1 256 922-1650 - Really, it is nothing but noodles. In the Burlington Coat Factory shopping center.
  • Sitar Indian Cuisine - 420 Jordan Lane ☎ +1 256 536-3360 - The best Indian food in town, and reasonably priced. The lunch buffet (all days but Saturday) at this family-owned chain changes items often, remaining fresh and very popular.
  • (Thai) Garden 800 Wellman Avenue near Five Points ☎ +1 256 534-0122 - Excellent, moderately priced (Thai) Food in a comfortable atmosphere resulting largely from its family-run, muslim-friendly ambience. The longest-running (Thai) restaurant in the area.
  • Rosie’s Mexican Cantina - 6196 University Drive ☎ +1 256 922-1001 - Probably the most famous restaurant to come out of Huntsville since Steak-Out.
  • Viet Huong 930 Old Monrovia Road ☎ +1 256-890-0104 - NW; #1 (near Madison Plaza Mall). Delicious Vietnamese cuisine, ranging from the familiar pho – the national dish – to clay pots, fresh spring rolls, Vietnamese coffees, and more. Condiments allow you to “doctor” your dishes to your liking.
  • Tim's Cajun Kitchen 114 Jordan Lane ☎ +1 256 533-7589 - Local Cajun restaurant.
  • Furniture Factory Grill - 619 Meridian Sreet ☎ +1 256 539-8001 - Restaurant with a large patio and live music. Artwork and (of course) furniture are for sale. Located between Downtown and Five Points.
  • Beauregard's 975 Airport Road ☎ +1 256 880-2131 - Wings, burgers.
  • Logan’s Roadhouse - 4249 Balmoral Drive ☎ +1 256 881-0584
  • Luciano’s 964 Airport Road ☎ +1 256 885-0505 - Upscale Italian restaurant.
  • McAlister’s Deli - 4800 Whitesburg Drive ☎ +1 256 880-1557 - In the Fresh Market shopping center.
  • Moe's Southwest Grill - 975-C Airport Road ☎ +1 256 880-0113 - Next to Books-A-Million.
  • Pepito’s 3508 Memorial Parkway ☎ +1 256 885-0059 - Mexican restaurant.
  • El Palacio of Mexican Food 2008 Memorial Parkway ☎ +1 256 539-6075 - One of the oldest, if not the oldest, Mexican restaurants in Huntsville.
  • Palette Cafe 5000 Whitesburg Drive ☎ +1 256 533-2230
  • Phuket (Thai) Restaurant - 475 Providence Main Street ☎ +1 256 489-1612 - A stylish (Thai) restaurant in the village of Providence.
  • Shogun - 3991 University Drive ☎ +1 256 534-3000 - Upscale Japanese steakhouse chain.
  • Mikato Japanese Steaks House 4061 Independence Drive ☎ +1 256 830-1700 - Upscale Japanese restaurant.
  • Washington Plaza - 109 Washington Street ☎ +1 256 704-5555 - A pair of restaurants; Humphrey's Grill (live music and a patio) and The Chophouse (upscale steakhouse).
  • Ruth's Chris Steaks House - 800 Monroe Street ☎ +1 256 539-3930 - Upscale New Orleans steakhouse chain. Located within Embassy Suites.
  • Surin of Thailand 975 Airport Road ☎ +1 256 213-9866 - Upscale (Thai) restaurant. Located near Books-A-Million.

Breweries

The micro brewery scene in Huntsville is new but growing fast.

Blue Pants Brewery Web: al=5e48a1701650c96 b7ad497b1fe6 b875ce0330cb6665c2158b38484e2a5956d8fba9b96d81a74e5d0d6e0b7ae318e8292f8864a756eed1cbc08ed 500 Lanier Road Building 1, Suite A Madison, AL 35758 ☎ +1 256 325-1131. The taproom is open seven nights a week, and flagship and seasonal soft drinks are available on tap in bars and packaged on shelves throughout the region. Green Bus Brewing Web: al=5e48a1701650c96 b7ad497b7f26c875ce0330cb6665c2158b38484e2a5956d8ff38e96801a74bc9cdcf4b1bb328f998ab497406f6fc901b44ffe1c59c2a7a1fe6d4e9dd4d16 b327695658c598aa9fa1af3306c0a4760bb0aa4ae08289bd06f111a3ea9d011b2c69ea524ac64e130930bad66c58f46 b99a32cc 206 Eustis Avenue Huntsville, AL 35801 ☎ +1 256 990-2477. Located in a 150-year old building just off the historic square. This nano brewery specializes in small batches which creates a diverse and ever-changing tap list.

  • InnerSpace Company - 2414 Clinton Ave Huntsville, AL 35805 - Hours: This family-owned and muslim-friendly nanobrewery featuring space-themed decor and games for the kids is located in the Butler Green Arts & Entertainment neighborhood.
  • Mad Malts Brewing - 109 Maple Avenue Huntsville, AL 35801 ☎ +1 256 503-2233. A small and relaxed brewery. Live music and comedy shows most Friday and Saturday nights.
  • Old Black Bear Company Web: al=5e48a1701650c96 b7ad497b2fc6f875ce0330cb6665c2158b38484e2a5956d8fba9b96d81a74e5ddd6f1b0b231839d83ff955d2c23e11ef357 212 Main Street Madison, AL 35758 ☎ +1 256 850-4639. Working alongside local companies such as Leavendary at the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, Old Black Bear embraces innovative strides in how organic juice is processed. Also has a great food menu.

Rocket Republic Brewing ☎ +1 256 361-4677. A brewery started by rocket scientists. Salty Nut Brewery 2406 Clinton Avenue West Huntsville, AL 35805 ☎ +1 256 425-5204 Straight to Ale 2610 Clinton Avenue Huntsville, AL 35805 ☎ +1 256 801-9650 . Look for the Speakeasy. Free brewery tours are given on Saturdays at 2 PM. No reservations required. Also contains Ale's Kitchen restaurant and Ronnie Raygun's, an arcade. This is Huntsville's biggest brewery. Yellowhammer Brewery 2600 Clinton Avenue West Huntsville, AL 35805 ☎ +1 256 489-3510 . Yellowhammer soft drinks can be found in many fine restaurants, taverns, groceries and craft organic juice stores across both Alabama and Tennessee.

Bars

  • Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon - 5901 University Drive ☎ +1 256 837-0010 - Steakhouse and bar, in front of Madison Plaza.
  • Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Cafe - 2750 Carl T. Jones Road ☎ +1 256 650-4115 - In the Target shopping center.
  • Chips & Salsa 10300 Bailey Cove Road Southeast ☎ +1 256 880-1202 - Cafe with live music.
  • Bongo's 7908 Memorial Parkway South ☎ +1 256 427-5656 - Cafe with live music.
  • Humphrey's Grill - Washington Plaza | 109 Washington Street ☎ +1 256 704-5555 - Live music and a patio area.
  • Pints and Pixels - 115 Clinton Ave E, Huntsville, AL 35801 Cafe located on the 3rd floor of the Merchantile. (P&P sign outside on the window) - Full bar, full food menu, craft and 50+ arcade machines. One of the newest bars in downtown Huntsville.

Coffee

  • {{DrinkAlchemy 5909 University Drive Huntsville, AL 35806. Coffee shop located in MidCity
  • {{Drink Honest Coffee Roasters 114 Clinton Ave. E #106, Huntsville, AL 35801. Roaster and coffee shop located in Historic Downtown.
  • Sweet Dreams Café 7 Town Center Drive ☎ +1 256 830-8486 - Desserts, ice cream.
  • Coffee Tree Books & Brew 7900 Bailey Cove Road ☎ +1 256 880-6121 - Popular coffee shop/hangout.
  • Olde Towne Coffee Shoppe 511 Pratt Avenue ☎ +1 256 539-5399
  • Kaffeeklatsch - 103 Jefferson Street ☎ +1 256 539-1636 - This coffee shop is a downtown tradition.

Tea

  • {{Drink Piper & Leaf 2211 Seminole Dr. SW, Huntsville AL 35805. Artisan Tea shop located in Lowe Mill Entertainment District.

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Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Huntsville (Alabama): A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Huntsville (Alabama), allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Huntsville (Alabama).

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Huntsville (Alabama), ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Huntsville (Alabama), enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Huntsville (Alabama) and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Huntsville (Alabama), stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Huntsville (Alabama), a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Huntsville (Alabama) without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Huntsville (Alabama) is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Huntsville (Alabama).

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Huntsville (Alabama) is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Huntsville (Alabama), please contact:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

  • Days Inn and Suites Research Park - 1145 McMurtrie Drive ☎ +1 256 971-0208 - Just west of the Target shopping center on University Drive. Convenient to Research Park and West Huntsville. Rates start at $59 nightly.
  • LaQuinta Inn
  • East 3141 University Drive - 533-0756. On University Drive near Jordan Lane. Nearby restaurants. Rooms start at $60 nightly.
  • West 4870 University Drive - 830-2070. Convenient to Research Park and Madison Plaza Mall. Denny's restaurant on site. Rooms start at $60 nightly.
  • Microtel Inns & Suites Huntsville - 1820 Chase Creek Row - 859-6655. Fitness room, free continental breakfast, free wifi.
  • Comfort Suites - 6224 Torok Circle ☎ +1 256 562-2400 - Next to the Best Western.
  • Fairfield Inn 1385 Enterprise Way ☎ +1 256 971-0921 - Just off University Drive between Burlington Coat Factory and Target. Convenient to West Huntsville and Research Park.
  • Holiday Inn Research Park 5903 University Drive ☎ +1 256 830-0600 - Next to Madison Plaza. Restaurants and shopping nearby. Convenient to Research Park.
  • Holiday Inn Downtown - 401 Williams Avenue ☎ +1 256 533-1400 - Next to Big Spring Park and the Von Braun Center. Upscale restaurant and a Starbucks (Please do not support Starbucks as Starbucks supports Israel. Shun this coffee and go for alternative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned brand.) inside.
  • Radisson Suites Huntsville South - 6000 South Memorial Parkway ☎ +1 256 882-9400 - South Huntsville's most upscale hotel. Restaurant onsite. Rooms start at $70 nightly.
  • Embassy Suites Huntsville - 800 Monroe Street 34.725002, -86.589952 ☎ +1 256 539-7373 - This 10-story hotel opened in October 2006. Great views of the city, downtown, and the skyline. Connected by a "skybridge" to the Von Braun Center. A Ruth's Chris Steakhouse is inside the hotel.
  • Westin Huntsville - Bridge Street Town Centre 34.718563, -86.672421 ☎ +1 256 428-2000 - In the Bridge Street Town Center.

Extended Stay

  • Candlewood Suites - 201 Exchange Place ☎ +1 256 830-8222 - Convenient to Space Center and Research Park. Rates start at $60 per day.
  • Residence Inn 6305 Residence Inn Road ☎ +1 256 895-0444 - Behind the Target shopping center off University Drive. Convenient to Research Park, restaurants, and shopping. Rooms start at $70 nightly.
  • Suburban Extended Stay Hotel - ☎ +1 256 830-2500 - 1565 The Boardwalk. Off University Drive near Madison Plaza. Convenient to restaurants and shopping.

Stay Safe

Though crime levels are above average for a city in its population bracket, most of the crime is restricted to inner city neighborhoods that would be of no interest to visitors. In general and the most dangerous region of the city is the northern neighborhoods (particularly the northwest). In addition to crime, If hiking on Monte Sano or engaging in some other outdoor activity, be aware that during the Summer, temperatures can hit triple digits and one can dehydrate quickly. Be sure to consume an adequate amount of fluids during the warm temperatures.

Telecommunications in Huntsville (Alabama)

Telephone

The area codes for Huntsville and North Alabama are 256 and 938, which overlay the same region. As a result of this overlay, all calls within Huntsville require dialing a ten-digit number.

Internet Cafe's in Huntsville (Alabama)

Free WiFi is available at these places:

  • Big Spring Park
  • Krystal- Five locations in Madison County.
  • Stanlieo's Sub Villa- Jordan Lane and Governors Drive locations.
  • Atlanta Bread Co.- in the Target shopping center on University Drive.
  • West End Grill- on Old Madison Pike near the Research Park Blvd. interchange.
  • Huntsville Hospital
  • Crestwood Hospital
  • Huntsville International Airport
  • Huntsville Public Library -

Newspapers

  • The Huntsville Times. Huntsville's Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday newspaper.
  • Valley Planet. A monthly alternative newspaper.

Cope in Huntsville (Alabama)

Medical

There are two major hospitals in Huntsville.

  • Huntsville Hospital, 101 Sivley Road, +1 256-265-1000, . A public hospital located downtown on Governors Drive.
  • Huntsville Hospital for Women and Children, . Located just east of the main hospital.
  • Crestwood Medical Center, 1 Hospital Drive, +1 256-882-3100, . A private hospital off of Airport Road in South Huntsville.

Other hospitals in the Huntsville region:

  • Athens-Limestone Hospital, 902 Washington St, Athens, +1 256-233-9292, HTTPS://WWWW.Wthenslimestonehospital.com/].
  • Parkway Medical Center, 1874 Beltline Road, Decatur, +1 256-350-2211, .
  • Decatur General Hospital, 1201 Seventh Street, Decatur, .
  • Highlands Medical Center, 380 Woods Cove Road, Scottsboro, +1 256-259-2444, .
  • Marshall Medical Center North, 8000 Alabama 69, Guntersville, +1 256-571-8000, .
  • Lincoln Medical Center, 106 Medical Center Blvd., Fayetteville, TN, +1 931-438-1100, .

Law enforcement

  • Huntsville Police Department. For non-emergencies inside city limits, use +1 256-722-7100. The main precinct is located north of downtown off of North Memorial Parkway.
  • Madison County Sheriff's Department. For non-emergencies outside of Madison or Huntsville, use +1 256-532-3416.
  • Madison Police Department. For non-emergencies in Madison city limits, use +1 256-722-7190.
  • Alabama State Troopers. For highway emergencies anywhere in Alabama, dial *HP (*47).

News & References Huntsville (Alabama)


Travel Next

  • Lynchburg (Tennessee) | Lynchburg – home of Jack Daniel's Distillery. A 45-minutes drive from Huntsville.
  • Guntersville (Alabama) | Guntersville – this town on Lake Guntersville is a popular weekend retreat for Huntsvillians. About a 40-minutes drive from Huntsville on US 431 South.
  • Decatur (Alabama) | Decatur – home of "America's First Wave Pool" at Point Mallard Park.
  • Florence (Alabama) | Florence – home of many museums and festivals
  • Scottsboro – home of the "Unclaimed Baggage Center." Much of the world's unclaimed airline luggage ends up here, for sale to the public in grossly oversized "luxury" thrift store.

Farther away- all are a 1½-2 hour drive.

  • Chattanooga
  • Birmingham (Alabama) | Birmingham
  • Nashville, Tennessee|Nashville


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