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Huntsville

Huntsville, AL, United States of America · Alabama

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About Huntsville

Huntsville is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Alabama. The population was 215,006 at the 2020 census, making it the 100th-most populous city in the U.S., while the Huntsville metropolitan area has an estimated 542,000 residents and is the second-most populous metropolitan area in the state. As of July 1, 2025, the city's population was estimated to be 233,627 – a 8.7% increase since the 2020 Census. This makes it among the top 20 fastest growing cities in the US. Huntsville is the county seat of Madison County, with portions extending into Limestone County, Marshall County, and Morgan County.

Best time
May - Oct
Language
English
Currency
USD ($)
Timezone
America/Chicago
Population
215,006
Elevation
193 m

Local guide

Things to do

Experiences and activities travelers enjoy around the destination.

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  • Big Spring ParkPark · Big Spring Park, Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America
  • Big Spring ParkPark · Big Spring Park, Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America
  • Veteran's ParkPark · Veteran's Park, Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America
  • Huntsville Depot Museum ParkPark · Huntsville Depot Museum Park, Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America
  • Community Foundation ParkPark · Community Foundation Park, Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America

Sightseeing

Top attractions

Landmarks and sights travelers visit around the destination.

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  • Small Bull sculptureSightseeing · Small Bull sculpture, South Side Square, Huntsville, AL 35801, United States of America
  • Constitution Hall ParkPark
  • Early Works MuseumMuseum · Early Works Museum, 404 Madison Street, Huntsville, AL 35801, United States of America
  • Bicentennial ParkPark · Bicentennial Park, Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America
  • Washington ParkPark · Washington Park, Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America

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FAQs about Huntsville

May - Oct

Location

Huntsville, AL, United States of America

Huntsville, AL, United States of America

34.7298° N, 86.5859° W

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