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Northport

Just across the Black Warrior River from Tuscaloosa, Northport, AL is a captivating destination that offers a rich blend of natural beauty, culinary excellence, and recreational activities. Begin your journey with a visit to Van De Graaff Park and Arboretum, a sprawling green space that serves as a sanctuary for both flora and fauna, making it a must-visit for nature lovers. For those who enjoy water activities or simply want to soak up some sun, Pier 43 and Treasure Island County Park offer excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, and picnicking.

If you're a fan of outdoor sports, Sokol Park is your go-to destination for everything from hiking and biking to disc golf. After working up an appetite, treat yourself to a casual yet delicious meal at Brown Bag restaurant, known for its homestyle Southern cooking. For a more upscale dining experience, The Blue Plate restaurant offers a menu that's both innovative and rooted in Southern tradition. Venture through historic downtown Northport and discover the city’s past, or marvel at the master works at the Kentuck Art Center and Festival of the Arts.

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Explore Northport

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Arts and Culture
Have Yourself An Alabama-Made Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Have yourself an Alabama-made Christmas by supporting local artists throughout our state. Here are a few places to get you started:

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Food and Drink
Holiday Sweet Treats

The holidays are in full swing, and we want to spread some holiday cheer through the best possible way… sweet holiday confections. Check out some of the local favorites from across Alabama.

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Places Around Northport You May Like

Where to Stay

Comfort Suites

Book a room at the Comfort Suites hotel in Tuscaloosa, AL

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What to See & Do

Northport Heritage Museum

The Museum has many exhibits and photographs detailing the history of Northport from Native American history, settlement in 1816, through the decades to today. Among the special exhibits are the A.H. Bean World Photographic Collection and the Peterso...

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Historic Downtown Northport, AL

Quaint, historic downtown in Tuscaloosa County with dining, local shops, art galleries and antiques!

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Kentuck Art Center & Festival of the Arts

Features works from numerous Kentuck Festival artists, as well as other artists from around the region and the country. The Kentuck Art Center offers exhibitions, classes, and shopping year-round.

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The Dells Golf Club

The Dells Golf Club is a semi-private, family owned and operated golf course in Northport, Al. Only ten miles from The University of Alabama.

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Where to Eat

Mary's Cakes & Pastries

Mary’s Cakes and Pastries is a specialty bakery that makes unique cakes for weddings, birthdays, showers and other celebrations — all baked fresh in historic downtown Northport, Alabama.

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Dreamland Bar-B-Que

Back in the 1960s and 1970s, Dreamland developed devoted fans who would travel across the nation to eat at this storied spot. Nowadays, servers deliver complimentary appetizer plates of white bread and the same sauce that the original owner, Big Dadd...

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Find Your Alabama Sweet Spot

Find the sweetest Alabama vacation spot perfectly suited just for you. Customize your next Alabama vacation by the type of experience you are looking for, then filter by the region of Alabama you want to visit. Don't know what your Alabama destination should be? Let our interactive location map be your guide. Now, where is your next Alabama Sweet Spot?

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