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Florence, Alabama

Florence, Alabama

Located in Northwest of Alabama, on the banks of the Tennessee River, the City of Florence is here since 1818, part of the Shoals area. With a history of more than 10,000 years, this river town received the name of Florence after the Italian city with the same name.

Now, this city is the perfect place to work, live, or retire or visit, depending on what you want to do. There are many things worth visiting in this area, and you get to benefit from the hospitality of the locals, the beauty of the landscapes and everything else that the city has to offer.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Indian Mound and Museum

The Florence Indian Mound is the Tennessee Valley area's largest domiciliary mound. The mound rises from history-43

Florence, AL Archaeology


W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum and Library

William Christopher Handy gave the world "St. Louis Blues," "Memphis Blues" and "Beale St. Blues." Wealth of personal memorabilia, including trumpet, handwritten music and piano on which he composed "St. Louis Blues."

Florence, AL Museums

Children's Museum of the Shoals

Hands-on discovery experience for entire family. Exhibits educate while entertaining. Includes historical, musical, interactive, technological and indoor/

Florence, AL Museums

Funland Water Park, Inc.

Water-theme park featuring a 328-ft. waterslide, 378-ft. tube slide, 3 kiddie slides, pool, 2 go cart tracks, game room, concession, 18-hole miniature golf course, bait shop and Big Daddy\'

Florence, AL Water Parks

Things to do near Florence, AL

Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community Co

60-year treasure chest opened to public in 2001. Said to be one of best collections in world today. Porcelain, art, antiques,...

Clay House Museum

1850s home provides view of 1850-1950, featuring furniture and porcelain of dining room....

Smith Farms

Old-fashioned meat prepared on this farm, using secret Southern recipes. Also cheese, honey, jams, grits, salad dressings and...

Pre-Civil War Cemetery

Vast stretch of land marked with rows of white marble and granite headstones. Words carved in old stones tell unique and fasc...

Deer Run Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days...