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Murals in downtown street of Dothan, Alabama

Dothan

Dothan, the Peanut Capital of the World, offers much more than just peanuts! Discover top-notch golf courses, explore the Dothan Civic Center, soar at Xtreme Air Mega Park, and traverse the scenic Forever Wild Trails at Beaver Creek. Savor a diverse culinary scene at renowned eateries, then be captivated by evening performances at the renowned Dothan Opera House. Dive into history at Landmark Park, a living museum, and explore the legacy of George Washington Carver at the Interpretive Museum and learn about his extensive work with the peanut and many of the products we love today.

Murals in downtown street of Dothan, Alabama

National Peanut Festival

Celebrate the harvest season at the National Peanut Festival, the nation's largest peanut festival, held in Dothan, Alabama each fall. Join us in the heart of peanut country to honor local farmers and one of the most versatile food products on the market.

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Explore Dothan

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Arts and Culture
Explore Alabama’s Mural Trail: A Journey...

Alabama’s Mural Trail has become a significant attraction, drawing tourists who embark on road trips across the state to discover these artistic gems.

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Food and Drink
5 Dishes Worth Breaking Your New Year's ...

Whatever your New Year’s resolution may be, we can guarantee these dishes are worth breaking it for.

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Food and Drink
Progressive Thanksgiving Table

Take your taste buds on a journey throughout our state with a progressive five-course Thanksgiving meal.

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Shrimp plate and drink from Fancy's on Fifth.

Food and Drink
Alabama’s Catch for Savory Seafood

Whether you’re on a family vacation to Alabama’s Gulf Coast or road tripping through our great state, we have some of the best seafood in the South! Check out some of our favorite spots for the freshest catches and savory seafood below.

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Food and Drink
Warm Up: Soups Across Sweet Home Alabama

It's soup season! It may be a bit chilly, but it’s warming up at these soup spots.

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Food and Drink
Alabama Beer Flight 3: Wiregrass

We’re on to our third beer flight as we tour craft breweries all over the state! Just in time for summer, we’re heading down to the Wiregrass.

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Places Around Dothan You May Like

Where to Stay

Red Roof Inn & Suites

Red Roof Inn Dothan is one of the best budget hotels in Dothan, AL that is right along US-231 and near the flights out of Dothan Regional Airport (DHN). We are also close to Water World - Dothan, Troy University – Dothan Campus and Wiregrass Commons ...

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Econo Lodge

Book a room at the Econo Lodge hotel in Dothan, AL.

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BEST WESTERN DOTHAN INN & SUITES

Located just five miles from the Dothan Regional Airport, the Best Western Dothan Inn & Suites hotel is close to a number of local points of interest. These include: Troy University Dothan Campus, Wallace Community College, Westgate Sports Complex, F...

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Adams Inn

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Hilton Garden Inn -- Dothan

Conveniently located across from Dothan Pavilion mall and restaurants, our Dothan hotel is the perfect home base for your travels.

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Comfort Inn & Suites East

Experience comfort and convenience at Comfort Inn and Suites East Dothan. Our hotel offers modern amenities, complimentary breakfast, and cozy accommodations. Conveniently located near major attractions, restaurants, and shopping, it's the perfect ch...

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Residence Inn -- Dothan

Conveniently located on Hospitality Lane, our hotel ensures easy access to Fort Rucker, Dothan Airport, and Farley Nuclear. Embrace a new perspective on life on the road at Residence Inn Dothan.

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Residence Inn by Marriott Dothan

We welcome guests to spacious suites complete with all the comforts of home, including full kitchens, pillowtop mattresses & access to Netflix and other popular streaming services on your in-room Smart TV's.

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What to See & Do

Peanut Monument

Giant, gold peanut sculpture at Visitor Information Center helps to proclaim Dothan as "Peanut Capital of the World."

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Dothan Civic Center

Twenty to thirty music concerts, from national touring bands to large local performances, are held annually at this facility near city hall.

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Murals of the Wiregrass

This is an ongoing project of historic murals painted by nationally and internationally acclaimed muralists on the walls of buildings in the downtown historic district. Guided mural tours available upon request, you can download a free mural guide fo...

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Dothan Nurseries Greenhouse, Gardens, & Gifts

Step inside and treat yourself to a complimentary hot beverage while you explore our wonderful world of plants. Whether you're on the hunt for your next green companion or simply looking for a leisurely stroll, you're in for a treat.

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Southeast Alabama Dance Company

The Southeast Alabama Dance Company is an organization consisting of approximately 30 serious dancers who study and perform a diverse repertoire of dance. Dancers in the company are selected annually through a strict audition process. The company pre...

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World's Smallest City Block

Land triangle features stop sign, yield sign, street sign, and granite marker placed by the Camellia Garden Club on May 1, 1964.

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Westgate BMX Track

Westgate BMX is one of the fastest tracks in the United States. It is a wide 1147-foot long downhill track with a crossover. It features a well-groomed racing surface with three paved turns, covered staging area and starting gate, and all-new large ...

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Peanuts Around Town

Four-foot fiberglass peanuts decorated by local artists and installed at various locations. Includes "Elvis Nut," "Violin Nut," "Mr. Peanut Head," "Shoppin' Nut," many more. Maps are available at the Visit Dothan Headquarters or online at visitdotha...

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Where to Eat

The Old Mill Restaurant

Old Mill Restaurant has served steaks and seafood — including its popular grouper fingers — in Dothan for more than 20 years. Renovated in 2008, the family-friendly restaurant serves dinner six nights a week.

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ThreeSixty Kitchen and Bar

We take traditional, well-known dishes from the south and fuse those dishes with flavors from around the world.

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Hunt's Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

The Best Steak, Seafoood & Oysters in Dothan, Alabama can only be found at Hunt’s Steak and Seafood. We are open for both lunch and dinner, serving a wide variety of your favorite meals with a smile.

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Jeanette's Restaurant

Southern homestyle cooking. Breakfast is made to order and lunch is buffet style.

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The Thirsty Pig Craft Beer Taproom

Local and regional craft beers, mostly from Alabama breweries, available on draft at this downtown taproom. Take a growler of fresh craft beer home with you, or have a pint here! Pet friendly (in the back yard) and also kid-friendly in a well lit, sa...

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Mural City Coffee Company

The only Specialty Grade Coffee Roaster in South Alabama. MCCC roasts in their 10,000 sf coffee shop, that serves up authentic, traditional espresso drinks. Not a coffee drinker? Come see the area's only Tea Bar, featuring nearly 100 luxury grade ...

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Bird and Bean Coffee House

Located in downtown Dothan, we’ve crafted the perfect atmosphere for enjoying coffee with your friends or your favorite book.

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The Cellar

The Cellar Fine Steaks & Wines was born through a love of superior meals, wine and fellowship with family & friends. The desire to provide exceptional experiences has been a goal. We share our tables with the most special in our lives, why not striv...

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Upcoming Events

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Oct 17, 2026

The Wiregrass » Dothan

Fall Farm Day at Landmark Park

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How to Get There

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Dothan is accessible from Highway 84, Highway 431, and Highway 231.

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