4 Star Places To Visit in Tuscumbia, Alabama, United States (10)
4.5Ivy Green(259 reviews) - An educational and inspirational tour of Helen Keller’s lifetime. Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites
The birthplace of Helen Keller, this site provides tours and information and includes the historic pump that provided the "miracle" breakthrough.See more..
4.5Helen Keller Birthplace(164 reviews) - One of History’s Most Inspiring Stories Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Theatre & Performances
Because of the play and movie “The Miracle Worker” most people know the story of Helen Keller. What a treat it was for me to visit Ivy Green, the birthplace of one of history’s most inspiring stories! The staff is wonderful. They offer a personalized tour of the downstairs (no extra charge) or you can walk through the house yourself. The house is furnished with 85% original items (including what the guide called a “fainting couch,” a place for ladies to collapse from the hot Alabama summer days). Keller’s story is so widely known that there wasn’t much for the guides to add; however, they do know their history well. They’re also familiar with anecdotal facts (such as the story behind the creation of Braille). The stop was well worth my time, and I would be more than happy to visit again.See more..
4.5Alabama Music Hall of Fame(153 reviews) - Fun and lost of information Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums
Honoring all styles of music and dedicated to the preservation and celebration of Alabama's musicians and the state's great musical heritage. The Alabama Music Hall of Fame was a dream and goal of the Muscle Shoals Music Association, a Shoals area based professional organization of recording studio owners, producers, musicians, songwriters and other music professionals. In 1980, through their efforts, the State legislature, with leadership of State Senator Bobby Denton, created a state agency, the Alabama Music Hall of Fame Board, with a mandate to honor all of this state's great music achievers, and to build a facility in which to showcase these talented individuals and their accomplishments.See more..
We went on a Sunday around 11:30, and there was no wait. You’re not going here for the food, but I had the bbq nachos, and my friend had the bbq sandwich. They were both good and were the only food items our server could actually recommend. There was live music, which was pleasant but nothing to write home about. It’s a unique experience, and we were glad we went, but neither of us feels we need to return.See more..
4.0Belle Mont Mansion(22 reviews) - Loved seeing the restoration in progress! Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites
Beautiful old historic home in the process of being restored. The setting on top of the hill is worth seeing and the interior features are beautiful. Self guided tour with very small entrance fee.See more..
If you like the romance of trains and a slower pace of life this is a must visit. Lots of cool stuff and in a pretty town! See more..
4.0Colbert County Courthouse(2 reviews) - Beautiful old building Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings During the Helen Keller Festival’s Car Show (A MUST SEE - SO MANY UNIQUE CARS ON DISPLAY!) we ducked in the courthouse to use the public restrooms. This courthouse is so pretty, clean and it is well preserved. You can tell the citizens lovingly care for it. See more..
4.0Fiddledee D(1 review) - Well Worth Checking Out Speciality & Gift Shops
This is a very nice little cooperative retail and antiques store that is popular with locals and the tourists that discover Tuscumbia. There is always a friendly person to greet shoppers who want to peruse the eclectic collection of arts, crafts, antiques, foods etc. that range in style from the unusual like whimsical pelican umbrellas to the typical Alabama Christian gifts. The store looks and smells nice, and is a great way for visitors to get a feel for the area. No public restroom, however.See more..