The Cullman center is approximately the area of Downtown Cullman and the area of Cullman Museum.
Due to Cullman's southern location, the weather is comfortable for most of the year. The best time to visit Cullman is in the spring or fall. The summers can be a little on the hot and sticky side and the winters a little on the cold side.
Cullman holds events from April to December. Plan your visit around one of these events or just come to enjoy some of the other local attractions in the area. Smith Lake is great for anglers and boaters, and Cullman is home to many great museums, including the Crooked Creek Civil War Museum and the Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College.
No matter when you visit, plan a stop at Johnny's Bar-B-Q. Johnny's has been open for over 50 years and has mouthwatering, Southern barbeque you will dream about for weeks to come.
If you are an AAA member or a member of the military, there are hotels in Cullman that offer both AAA and military discounts.
The Quality Inn Cullman, located just off I-65, offers discount rates to AAA members. If you are planning on fishing at Smith Lake or Sportsman Lake, this hotel is a perfect choice. Both lakes are easy to get to from the hotel, and the large parking lot makes parking a towed vehicle, like your boat, easy as pie.
Speaking of pie, it's an easy walk over to Denny's to grab a slice of pie and a hot cup of coffee before you hit the lake.
The Express Inn & Suites located in Hartselle, just north of Cullman, welcomes military members with a discounted military and government rate. This hotel is close to the Wilson Morgan Softball Complex and the Jack Allen Soccer Complex, making it a good choice for sports players and their families. Complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi top the list of amenities offered at this small hotel with a family feel.
AAA members will also get a discount at the Econo Lodge Woodland, located near the Woodland Medical Center. Get a real feel for the town of Cullman at this centrally located hotel, close to shops and specialty restaurants such as the Catfish N Que and Southern Hickory Barbecue.
The Econo Lodge in Cullman is pet-friendly and set up for longer stays with a laundry facility on the premises. Complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi are among some of the other bonuses you get when you stay at this cozy downtown hotel.
Looking to get the most out of your dollar when you stay in Cullman? The La Quinta Inn & Suites Cullman is a great choice if you are looking for the best value for the money. This hotel has large, clean rooms with pillowtop beds to help you sleep like a baby. They also offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, refrigerators, and microwaves in the guest rooms. There is also a laundry facility onsite in case you decide to stay a little longer than you had planned.
To stay fit, you can jog away on the treadmill in the 24-hour fitness center or swim laps in the outdoor pool. The staff at La Quinta is the epitome of Southern hospitality and will help you get to any of the area attractions.
Another great value in Cullman is the Comfort Suites. Located near historic downtown Cullman and Sportsman Lake, this hotel boasts great amenities such as dry-cleaning service and complimentary breakfast. There is an outdoor pool to go for a dip or just lay out in the sun in one of the poolside lounge chairs.
If you are driving an RV or towing a trailer, the Comfort Suites offers easy parking for large vehicles. Restaurants are a simple walk from the hotel. Once you park your rig, you can walk to dinner without worrying about the hassle of parking a large vehicle in a tiny parking lot.
For a small town, Cullman has a lot to offer. There are festivals and concerts throughout the year, but the top concert is the Rock the South event held in June every year. This event brings some of the top names in country music to Cullman for a two-day celebration of Southern music and culture. Performers like Eric Church and Hank Williams Jr. descend on the town to share their music and dance the night away.
The world-renowned Ave Maria Grotto is another fabulous attraction in Cullman. It is known as the town of Jerusalem in miniature. This 4-acre park has 125 of the world's most famous buildings and shrines in miniature. These tiny masterpieces are the work of Brother Joseph Zoettl, a Benedictine Monk from St. Bernard Abbey. He began the work as a hobby, and now the beautifully landscaped park has turned into a major attraction.
Smith Lake is another must-see for those visiting Cullman. This 21,000-acre Cullman county lake has something for the whole family. Anglers will enjoy fishing for several species of bass and catfish, while boaters can launch from one of the free boat launch areas. Jet skis are also welcome on the lake.
Cullman, Alabama, is a beautiful historic town that welcomes visitors with open arms. There are several great hotel options, so you can come and enjoy the historic Festhalle Market Platz or chow down on some strawberry pie at the annual Strawberry Festival. The tea is sweet and the people even sweeter in the little town of Cullman, Alabama.
Below are reviews of the city of Cullman, AL from an actual visitor's perspective.
Small town, easy to maneuver.
Local restaurants and shops!
Christkindlmarkt! Ave Maria Grotto! Christmas lights! Awesome!
Nice area and friendly people.
The city is beautiful. Had a great time!
Puckets restaurant was amazing. We ate there for breakfast and supper a couple of times. Did not have anything that was bad. The staff was courteous. Food was awesome!
Great venue for the ASA Classic Archery Tournament. Enjoyed Busy Bee Cafe and Ledgers Steakhouse.
You will never go hungry with all the restaurants and Walmart!
Excellent area!
Only spent the night on way back from Florida. Will be back every season now.
A hotel with amenities and charm!
Easy on/easy off 65. Very near many restaurants. Clean new beds 👍
Easy on/easy off 65. Very near many restaurants. Clean new beds 👍
Exit had a lot of restaurants.
Clean!
Fun city lots to do. Clean city