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Gadsden, another lovely Alabama river city

A travel journal to Gadsden by Tideone

Gadsden is another river city of Alabama, sitting on the banks of the Coosa River. A visitor will find much to see and do on a visit here.

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Gadsden, another lovely Alabama river cityBest of IgoUgo

Overview

The highlight of our visit was seeing The Beach Boys in concert at Riverfest.

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Hampton Inn GadsdenBest of IgoUgo

Hotel | "Hampton Inn"

This Hampton Inn is located just a mile from downtown Gadsden and is also located close to the mall.

It is just like any other Hampton Inn with the same amenities and the same continental breakfast but aren't those miles and points wonderful.

  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Tideone on October 18, 2000

Hampton Inn Gadsden
129 River Road Gadsden, Alabama 35901
256-546-2337

Gadsden RiverfestBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Riverfest"

Each May, Gadsden plays host to the Riverfest Festival, which has been voted one of the Top 20 events by the Southeast Tourist Society.

Not only is there music, but also food, merchandise, a children's festival and even a waterski show.

Just a whole lot of fun for the entire family.

  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Tideone on October 18, 2000

Gadsden Riverfest
Downtown Gadsden, Alabama
(256) 543-3472

Noccalula Falls Park & Campgrounds: CampgroundsBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Noccalula Falls Park"

What other city do you know that has its own 100 foot waterfall? The waterfall, which is named for an Indian maiden who supposedly threw herself off the falls in the name of love, is located in a 250 acre city park. There is also a canyon and nature trails in the park.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Tideone on October 18, 2000

Noccalula Falls Park & Campgrounds: Campgrounds
1600 Noccalula Road Gadsden, Alabama 35904
(256) 543-7412

Alabama Princess RiverboatBest of IgoUgo

Attraction

The Alabama Princess Riverboat offers a variety of cruises on the Coosa River to give folks an opportunity to experience what it was like 'Riverboatin' on the Coosa' in the 19th century.

The riverboat is an exact replica of one of the boats that carried passengers and cargo up and down the Coosa.

  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Tideone on October 18, 2000

Alabama Princess Riverboat
Boardwalk in Downtown Gadsden Gadsden, Alabama
(205) 549-1111

Gadsden Museum of ArtBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Gadsden Museum of Arts"

In addition to housing art collections, both permanent and on loan, this is also a historical museum, housing exhibits that are relevant to the history of the area.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Tideone on October 18, 2000

Gadsden Museum of Art
515 Broad Street Gadsden, Alabama 35901
(256) 546-7365

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Huntsville, Alabama

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