Decatur, Alabama

INCLUDED WITH YOUR VOYAGE

Decatur, Alabama HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR

Remember! Your vacation, your choices. Visit as many or few of the included attractions in Decatur listed below at no cost. Visit the gorgeous Savannah Historic District or learn of Grant's headquarters during the Battle.

OLD STATE BANK BUILDING

Built over 180 years ago, the Old State Bank in Decatur stands today as a reminder of Decatur’s rich history.

HISTORIC RAILROAD DEPOT

This railroad depot has stood in Decatur since 1905, and symbolizes Decatur’s railroad history which extends back to the 1830’s. The artifacts on display include pieces of the original railroad and model trains, showcasing the history of transportation in Northern Alabama from the nineteenth century to now.

MORGAN COUNTY ARCHIVES

Morgan County Archives is home to hundreds of volumes of historical and genealogical subject matter. Many of the books in the Archives' collection are rarities that can seldom be found elsewhere, including histories of local churches, communities, and schools.

PRINCESS THEATRE

Originally built in 1887 to serve as the horse stable for the Casa Grande Hotel, the Princess was transformed into a theatre in 1919. As part of the movement to keep the Princess Theatre alive, in 1995 it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.

CARNEGIE VISUAL ARTS CENTER

The Carnegie Library – the historic building in which the Center is housed – was constructed in 1904 with funding from the Carnegie Foundation. Today, visitors can find local and touring exhibits, which feature all mediums of visual art.

A WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC DECATUR

Decatur prides itself on having the largest concentration of Victorian era and craftsman and bungalow homes in the state of Alabama, affectionately called “the painted ladies.” Explore the Old Decatur neighborhood, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Decatur Premium Experience ALABAMA AIR & SPACE: THE ORIGINS OF NASA

HIGHLIGHTS

EMBARK ON A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME

Gaze out the windows of our deluxe motorcoach onto many of the stunning historical homes of Alabama. Notice that time appears to flash before your eyes, and the scenery shifts from the historic southern countryside as we approach the U.S Space & Rocket Center.

PREPARE FOR LIFT OFF!

See the awe-inspiring Saturn V rocket, a National Historic Landmark that stands on display, towering over the museum itself. Experience the story of mankind’s space exploration through the eyes of Huntsville, Alabama.

DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF SPACE TRAVEL

Enter the most comprehensive U.S. manned space flight hardware museum in the world. Here, you will discover the history behind one of the most ambitious programs ever created by the United States, and possibly, mankind. The USSRC features a multitude of exhibits including Home to Space Camp, the Aviation Challenge, Space Dome Theater, Rocket Park, and the Education Training Center – which houses NASA’s Educator Resource Center.

TRACE THE EVOLUTION OF HUMANKIND'S VENTURES INTO SPACE

Examine the series of interactive and informative exhibits and view an expansive collection of space artifacts, including Pathfinder - the Mars robotic rover, the Apollo 16 Command Module, an Apollo 12 moon rock and much more!

HALF-DAY $79

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