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Ave Maria Grotto

Ave Maria Grotto

Cullman

The works of a Benedictine monk at St. Bernard Abbey make it possible to visit the Coliseum, Great Wall of China or even the leaning tower of Pisa all in one day. The four acre garden park is nestled among the grounds of Alabama's only Benedictine Abbey. Featuring more than 125 miniature reproductions of famous edifices and scenes from around the world.

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  • 1600 St. Bernard Drive SE
  • Cullman, AL 35055
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Region

Cullman is located in the Bankhead & Sipsey Wilderness Area of the North Alabama Region

Fees

$7 Adults; $4 Children; 5 years and under FREE

Hours of Operation

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily

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Discounts Offered

  • AAA
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Wheelchair Accessible

Where to Stay

Comfort Suites

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Econo Lodge

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Hampton Inn Cullman

6100 Hwy 157, Cullman, AL, 35057

Quality Inn

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Best Western Fairwinds Inn

Value Hotel

Sleep Inn & Suites

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Sportsman Lake Park

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Upcoming Events

Cullman Strawberry Festival

Cullman StrawberryFest features the best strawberries and produce in North Alabama. Along with our outstanding music venue, classic car show, arts and crafts, and scrumptious food vendors, visitors can plan to spend the whole day shopping in the uniq...

Rock the South

Annual Music Festival www.rockthesouth.com

Alabama Gourd Festival 2021

The Alabama Gourd Show is held the third weekend in October, at the Cullman Civic Center. Shop the arts and crafts show, take a class, and maybe find a new hobby!
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Where to Eat

Brandin' Iron Steakhouse

Located just a 1/4 mile off highway 157 in Cullman County, The Brandin Iron Steakhouse is a privately owned, family oriented, casual dining restaurant. The combination of exceptional entrees, unique Country/Western decor, and an impressive level of s...

Johnny's Bar-B-Que

Serving barbecue pork, chicken and more.

Southern Hickory Barbecue

Enjoy some of the best barbecue Cullman has to offer.

Sweet Potato Heaven

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Williams Barbeque

Barbecue, steaks and more are expertly prepared.

Goat Island Brewing

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Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently receives accolades from local and national publications like Saveur and Bon Appétit.

Moe's Original BBQ

Moe's Original Bar B Que features award-winning Bama-style pulled pork, ribs, wings, chicken, and turkey smoked over hardwood served with two unique sauces in addition to fried catfish and a shrimp Moe-Boy sandwich.
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