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 Saint Bernard Drive
  • Cullman, AL 35055
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Region

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

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Fees

Adults $10; Teens (13-17) $8; Children (5-12) $7; Seniors 55+/AAA/AARP $8; Military/ Veterans/1st Responder $7; Children 4 years and under FREE

Hours of Operation

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday

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Where to Stay

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

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Sleep Inn & Suites

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Smith Lake Park

Park offers nine cabins, 199 full-service sites, 5 water and electric, 61 tent sites, pavilions, playgrounds, ball fields, pool, fishing pier, boat launch, walking trail, chapel and stage for special events.

Sportsman Lake Park

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Upcoming Events

Smith Lake Park Memorial Day Festival 2022

The Smith Lake Park Memorial Day Weekend Music Festival happens Saturday, May 28, 2022 from 9am to 6pm. We’ll have arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, and live music! It’s also Opening Day for the Swimming Pool for the 2022 Season!
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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.

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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