Sips, Bites, & Sights: The Shoals
Sightseeing
Take a stroll through UNA's beautiful campus and be sure to check out the George Carroll lion habitat were UNA's live African lion mascot, Leo III, live!
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University of North Alabama
1 Harrison PlazaTake a stroll through UNA's beautiful campus and be sure to check out the George Carroll lion habitat were UNA's live African lion mascot, Leo III, live!
The Frank Lloyd Wright Rosenbaum House is a must see for any architectural enthusiast. Tell them that we sent you!
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Rosenbaum House
601 Riverview DrThe Frank Lloyd Wright Rosenbaum House is a must see for any architectural enthusiast. Tell them that we sent you!
Visit the childhood home of the "Father of the Blues," W. C. Handy!
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W C Handy Museum
620 W College StVisit the childhood home of the "Father of the Blues," W. C. Handy!
Tour the studio that launched a thousand hits and soak in the history of the world-famous Muscle Shoals Sound!
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Fame Recording Studios
603 Avalon AveTour the studio that launched a thousand hits and soak in the history of the world-famous Muscle Shoals Sound!
Pay a visit to the tourism office and experience a brief history of Muscle Shoals music and get the low down on all the important things to see while you're in town!
Florence-Lauderdale Tourism
Pay a visit to the tourism office and experience a brief history of Muscle Shoals music and get the low down on all the important things to see while you're in town!
Pay a visit to the historic Muscle Shoals Sound Studios on Jackson Highway to soak up more of the incredible musical heritage and history of the Shoals!
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Muscle Shoals Sound Studio
3614 N Jackson HwyPay a visit to the historic Muscle Shoals Sound Studios on Jackson Highway to soak up more of the incredible musical heritage and history of the Shoals!
Food Scene
Odette is one of our favorites! Explore their daily specials and be sure to try one of their signature cocktails.
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Odette
120 N Court StOdette is one of our favorites! Explore their daily specials and be sure to try one of their signature cocktails.
Great pizza joint. Try the "Kitchen Sink" or the "High Cotton". They have a great draft beer selection, too!
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The Pie Factory (Florence)
106 N Court StGreat pizza joint. Try the "Kitchen Sink" or the "High Cotton". They have a great draft beer selection, too!
Looking for a cup of Joe or a delicious breakfast? Head over to Rivertown on Seminary St. Owner, John, and his team will take good care of you!
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Rivertown Coffee
117 N Seminary StLooking for a cup of Joe or a delicious breakfast? Head over to Rivertown on Seminary St. Owner, John, and his team will take good care of you!
In the mood for a little Asian cuisine or a great martini? Head over to Yumm and try one of their famous sushi rolls or my personal favorite, Massaman Chicken Curry!
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YUMM THAI : SUSHI AND BEYOND
117 N Court StIn the mood for a little Asian cuisine or a great martini? Head over to Yumm and try one of their famous sushi rolls or my personal favorite, Massaman Chicken Curry!
Who doesn't love a good Italian dinner? Ricatoni's is a downtown Florence Institution!
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Ricatoni's Italian Grill
107 N Court StWho doesn't love a good Italian dinner? Ricatoni's is a downtown Florence Institution!
Need a little queso dip in your life? Hop over to Rosie's Cantina and enjoy a cold cerveza or a dangerously delicious Mambo Taxi (sangria margarita).
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Rosie's Mexican Cantina
302 N Court StNeed a little queso dip in your life? Hop over to Rosie's Cantina and enjoy a cold cerveza or a dangerously delicious Mambo Taxi (sangria margarita).
Trowbridge's is famous in the Shoals. Visit the historic, retro-styled restaurant and enjoy a pimento cheese sandwich and a famous double-scoop ice cream cone. The Oh My Gosh is a personal favorite!
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Trowbridge's Ice Cream Bar
316 N Court StTrowbridge's is famous in the Shoals. Visit the historic, retro-styled restaurant and enjoy a pimento cheese sandwich and a famous double-scoop ice cream cone. The Oh My Gosh is a personal favorite!
Strolling through UNA's campus? Stop in and grab a grande coffee at Starbucks inside the UNA Academic Commons Building.
Starbucks
357 Cox Creek PkwyStrolling through UNA's campus? Stop in and grab a grande coffee at Starbucks inside the UNA Academic Commons Building.
George's Steak Pit is a local favorite and my go-to place for a classic fire-grilled steak or chicken dinner. If you're in the mood for an appetizer, the Greek lamb meatballs with feta are a 10/10, and don't event get me started on the Roquefort salad dressing. It's so so SO delicious!
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George's Steak Pit
1206 S Jackson HwyGeorge's Steak Pit is a local favorite and my go-to place for a classic fire-grilled steak or chicken dinner. If you're in the mood for an appetizer, the Greek lamb meatballs with feta are a 10/10, and don't event get me started on the Roquefort salad dressing. It's so so SO delicious!
Ichiban is a local go-to for quality Sushi and hibachi grill cuisine. Their sushi rolls are like pieces of art!
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Ichiban Japanese Restaurant
1207 S Jackson HwyIchiban is a local go-to for quality Sushi and hibachi grill cuisine. Their sushi rolls are like pieces of art!
If you're in need of a good cup of Joe in Sheffield, head over to The Rock 310 - a Christian bookstore that doubles as a coffee shop, bistro, and hangout spot.
The Rock 310
310 N Montgomery AveIf you're in need of a good cup of Joe in Sheffield, head over to The Rock 310 - a Christian bookstore that doubles as a coffee shop, bistro, and hangout spot.
Do not miss this local-favorite in downtown Sheffield! Offering authentic tamales and Mexican food with a Southwest twist, this to-go eatery is a must for serious foodies!
Momma P’s To Go & Catering
209 North Nashville AvenueDo not miss this local-favorite in downtown Sheffield! Offering authentic tamales and Mexican food with a Southwest twist, this to-go eatery is a must for serious foodies!
They have all the delicious things on their menu and offer an easy and inviting atmosphere.
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Sweet Basil Alabama
1627 Darby DrThey have all the delicious things on their menu and offer an easy and inviting atmosphere.
Grab a sampler basket of fresh guacamole, salsa, and queso and top it off with a delicious skinny marg! You can thank me later!
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Taco Mama - Florence
121 S Cherry StGrab a sampler basket of fresh guacamole, salsa, and queso and top it off with a delicious skinny marg! You can thank me later!
A self-described "Polish meets Southern" restaurant in the historic 7 Points district.
North Wood Social
1121 North Wood AvenueA self-described "Polish meets Southern" restaurant in the historic 7 Points district.
Stop in to Jack’s Place for a delicious southern caesar salad or tarragon chicken salad sandwich. Pro tip: Add tomato and bacon and don’t miss the house-made potato chips!
Bonus: It’s a great brunch spot on Sundays!
Jack's Place Bistro
118 W Mobile StStop in to Jack’s Place for a delicious southern caesar salad or tarragon chicken salad sandwich. Pro tip: Add tomato and bacon and don’t miss the house-made potato chips!
Bonus: It’s a great brunch spot on Sundays!
Lost Pizza is a weekly go-to for downtown locals. Great pizza, salads, draft beer, and TAMALES! Trust me. You’re going to want the tamales and a side of jalapeño ranch.
Lost Pizza Co. Shoals
201 North Seminary StreetLost Pizza is a weekly go-to for downtown locals. Great pizza, salads, draft beer, and TAMALES! Trust me. You’re going to want the tamales and a side of jalapeño ranch.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Carriage offers a large selection of wine, beer, artisan cheeses, and specialty grocery. Grab a bottle (or three) of your favorite to-go or enjoy a glass vino or draft beer
and cheese tray at the bar or on their cobblestone patio!
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The Carriage Wine and Market
121 E Mobile StThe Carriage offers a large selection of wine, beer, artisan cheeses, and specialty grocery. Grab a bottle (or three) of your favorite to-go or enjoy a glass vino or draft beer
and cheese tray at the bar or on their cobblestone patio!
Visit the Shoals' own brewhouse and taste what all the fuss is about!
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Singin' River Brewing
526 E College StVisit the Shoals' own brewhouse and taste what all the fuss is about!
Looking for a good hot dog or a Chicago-style pizza? Check out Wildwood Tavern on Mobile Plaza. Open for lunch, dinner and late night bar service.
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Wildwood Tavern
108 E Mobile StLooking for a good hot dog or a Chicago-style pizza? Check out Wildwood Tavern on Mobile Plaza. Open for lunch, dinner and late night bar service.
The Carriage: Sheffield is a stylish wine & craft beer bar and bottle shop offering a large selection of wine, beer and artisan cheeses. Grab a bottle (or three) of your favorite to-go or enjoy a glass vino or draft beer with a picture-perfect cheese tray at the bar or on their outdoor patio!
The Carriage Wine and Market: Sheffield
The Carriage: Sheffield is a stylish wine & craft beer bar and bottle shop offering a large selection of wine, beer and artisan cheeses. Grab a bottle (or three) of your favorite to-go or enjoy a glass vino or draft beer with a picture-perfect cheese tray at the bar or on their outdoor patio!
Shopping
CFDA's men's fashion designer of the year, Billy Reid, has his flagship store in the heart of downtown Florence. Stop in a browse the shelves. You might just find something you can't live without!
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Billy Reid
114 N Court StCFDA's men's fashion designer of the year, Billy Reid, has his flagship store in the heart of downtown Florence. Stop in a browse the shelves. You might just find something you can't live without!
Does your bike have a flat tire? Do you need you just need a whole new bike or some killer riding gear. Stop by The Spinning Spoke in downtown and let them hook you up. They even do bike rentals on occasion!
The Spinning Spoke Cycle Hub
221 N Seminary StDoes your bike have a flat tire? Do you need you just need a whole new bike or some killer riding gear. Stop by The Spinning Spoke in downtown and let them hook you up. They even do bike rentals on occasion!
Check out the gift shop at the factory headquarters of internationally acclaimed, Florence-based fashion company, Alabama Chanin.
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Alabama Chanin
462 Lane DrCheck out the gift shop at the factory headquarters of internationally acclaimed, Florence-based fashion company, Alabama Chanin.
If you're looking for high quality womenswear, Marigail's is the go-to shop in the Shoals. Stop in, browse their collections, and be sure to let the ladies working know we sent you!
Marigail Mathis Specialty Str
1631 Darby DrIf you're looking for high quality womenswear, Marigail's is the go-to shop in the Shoals. Stop in, browse their collections, and be sure to let the ladies working know we sent you!
Interested in high quality, hand-crafted jewelry? Stop in to see Patty and her team and see what beautiful things they have in store!
Parker Bingham Jewelers
1623 Darby DrInterested in high quality, hand-crafted jewelry? Stop in to see Patty and her team and see what beautiful things they have in store!
Parks & Nature
Grab a to-go lunch downtown, stroll over to Wilson Park and enjoy a picnic on the lawn by the fountain!
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Wilson Park
East Tombigbee StreetGrab a to-go lunch downtown, stroll over to Wilson Park and enjoy a picnic on the lawn by the fountain!
Diebert Park is chock full of walking trails and is a perfect lazy afternoon spot. Grab some lunch and head over for a picnic by the pond.
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Parque Deibert
Darby DriveDiebert Park is chock full of walking trails and is a perfect lazy afternoon spot. Grab some lunch and head over for a picnic by the pond.
River Heritage Park boasts stunning views of the Tennessee River and the Wilson Dam spillways and comes complete with a giant splash pad, covered pavilion, and large playground for kids (or adults) to enjoy.
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Splash Pad
15 Hightower PlRiver Heritage Park boasts stunning views of the Tennessee River and the Wilson Dam spillways and comes complete with a giant splash pad, covered pavilion, and large playground for kids (or adults) to enjoy.
Pack a picnic lunch and head over to McFarland Park to take in gorgeous views of the Tennessee River, O'Neal bridge, Florence Harbor and Marina, and the Colbert County bluffs.
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McFarland Park
200 James M Spain DrPack a picnic lunch and head over to McFarland Park to take in gorgeous views of the Tennessee River, O'Neal bridge, Florence Harbor and Marina, and the Colbert County bluffs.
Pack a picnic lunch and head over to Riverfront Park in Sheffield for stunning views of the Tennessee River.
Riverfront Park
301-499 Hendricks RdPack a picnic lunch and head over to Riverfront Park in Sheffield for stunning views of the Tennessee River.
Enjoy hiking, biking, or jogging? Head over to the TVA trails for scenic views from the bluffs of the Tennessee River!
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TVA Muscle Shoals Trails Complex
73 Thunder RdEnjoy hiking, biking, or jogging? Head over to the TVA trails for scenic views from the bluffs of the Tennessee River!
Everything Else
Need a good read? Check out the beautiful Florence-Lauderdale Public Library!
Florence-Lauderdale Public Library
350 N Wood AveNeed a good read? Check out the beautiful Florence-Lauderdale Public Library!
Entertainment & Activities
Florence Wine Fest is an annual wine festival (mid-March) in downtown Florence featuring 100+ wines, food pairings from locally acclaimed chefs and music. Get your tickets well in advance! It's a sell out event!
Florence Wine Fest
121 E Mobile StFlorence Wine Fest is an annual wine festival (mid-March) in downtown Florence featuring 100+ wines, food pairings from locally acclaimed chefs and music. Get your tickets well in advance! It's a sell out event!