Sylacauga, Alabama travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Sylacauga is a town in Metropolitan Alabama. It is famed for its high quality white marble that has been widely used in major edifices like the Supreme Court and the Washington Monument in D.C., as well as for being the home of Jim Nabors (you might know him as Gomer Pyle).

2 sights · 2 things to do · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Sylacauga

Comer Museum & Arts Center

This museum pays homage to Sylacauga's noteworthy white marble that has been used to construct many important monuments and buildings around the world, among other things. There is also sculpture and other art on display…

Imerys - Gantt's Quarry Observation Point

See where marble was quarried over the years. Really quite an impressive marvel.

Blue Bell Creamery

Learn how ice cream is made and try a sample.

Sylaward Trail at Lake Howard

Offers some tranquil hiking around Lake Howard and national forest land. Mushrooms, pine needles, misty sunrises.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–May, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 91°F; winter lows dip to about 35°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Mar and Jul. (climate data from nearby Metropolitan Alabama)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
BHM Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, Birmingham — 39 mi away (major hub). Directions
MGM Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport, Montgomery — 61 mi away. Directions

This is an archetypal Southern town, off the main freeways. You can get here via US Route 280 from Birmingham in about an hour and a half.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Comer Museum & Arts Center, Blue Bell Creamery
Afternoon Imerys - Gantt's Quarry Observation Point, Sylaward Trail at Lake Howard

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder