Get ready for summer weekend fun in The Shoals! Whether you're here with family, your spouse, or on a girls' getaway -- we’ve got everything you need for the perfect summer weekend escape.
🎶 Friday Evening: Arrival + Live Music
Check into one of our cozy, character-filled hotels in The Shoals! A few favorites:
🏨 The GunRunner Hotel – recently ranked #1 boutique hotel by USA Today 10Best
🏨 Renaissance Shoals Hotel & Spa – riverside luxury and home to 360 Grille
🏨 The Stricklin Hotel – charming and comfortable with Southern hospitality
Have a laid-back dinner at River Bottom Grille, sitting on the marina at McFarland Park, with unbeatable sunset views!
Then, catch a live performance at one of our many music venues. Our Live Music Calendar is updated regularly, so be sure to check it out linked here!
🌅 Saturday: Explore + Play + Relax
Start your morning with coffee from a local favorite:
☕ Rivertown Coffee Co. | Turbo Coffee | Groundhog Coffee Co.
Now, time to choose your adventure!
🎵 Music Lovers:
Visit legendary spots like FAME Studios, Muscle Shoals Sound, Cypress Moon, W.C. Handy Home, or the Alabama Music Hall of Fame.
🏛️ History Buffs:
Explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s Rosenbaum House, Florence Indian Mound, Ivy Green (Helen Keller's Birthplace), or Pope’s Tavern.
🌿 Outdoor Enthusiasts:
Fish or picnic at McFarland Park, rent a boat at the marina, kayak Cypress Creek in Wildwood Park, or hike scenic TVA trails.
Pro Tip: Not a fan of long hikes? Rent an e-bike and cruise the trails with ease. More information is linked here.
After a day of adventure, you'll need a good bite to eat, and maybe a sweet treat. Some of our most popular choices are:
Shoals Shack – a walk up style place serving anything from burgers to tacos to po-boys
Southern Grocery – casual, eclectic, and packed with personality
360 Grille – fine dining atop the Renaissance Tower; Alabama’s only revolving restaurant!
Trowbridge’s – a local legend for sandwiches and hand-scooped ice cream 🍦
✨ Sunday: Scenic Drive Home
Wrap up your weekend with brunch at:
🍳 Big Bad Breakfast – Southern breakfast classics.
🍽️ Jack’s Place Bistro – delicious bites from famous food stylist Jack White. (Movies & shows he has created food for include: The Hunger Games, The Office, The Hangover, Anchorman, and so many more!)
As you leave The Shoals, take a scenic drive along the Natchez Trace and make a stop at Tom's Wall or the Rock Spring Nature Trail!
