Ave Maria Grotto
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Ave Maria Grotto

The works of a Benedictine monk at St. Bernard Abbey make it possible to visit the Coliseum, Great Wall of China or even the leaning tower of Pisa all in one day. The four acre garden park is nestled among the grounds of Alabama's only Benedictine Abbey. Featuring more than 125 miniature reproductions of famous edifices and scenes from around the world.

1600 Saint Bernard Drive Cullman, AL 35055
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(256) 734-4110
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
Discounts offered to AAA, Senior, Military
American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, Apple Pay
Admission Charged
Adults $10; Teens (13-17) $8; Children (5-12) $7; Seniors 55+/AAA/AARP $8; Military/ Veterans/1st Responder $7; Children 4 years and under FREE
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
(256) 734-4110

Getting There

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  • 1600 Saint Bernard Drive
  • Cullman, AL 35055
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Where to Stay

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Upcoming Events

Cullman Oktoberfest 2024

Join us for a celebration of German heritage, Southern style. Planned activities include authentic German food, costumes and music; multiple stage events, a Biergarten, game-day TV, arts and crafts, a car show featuring classic German cars, a bratwur...
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Where to Eat

Moe's Original BBQ

Moe's Original Bar B Que features award-winning Bama-style pulled pork, ribs, wings, chicken, and turkey smoked over hardwood served with two unique sauces in addition to fried catfish and a shrimp Moe-Boy sandwich.

The Duchess Bakery

Family-owned bakery since 1939. You haven't lived until you've had a glazed Duchess Doughnut!

Johnny's Bar-B-Que

Serving barbecue pork, chicken and more.

Goat Island Brewing

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Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently receives accolades from local and national publications like Saveur and Bon Appétit.

All Steak

Considered the cornerstone of the Cullman community, All Steak restaurant is described by the Birmingham News as "the place where "half of Cullman' comes to talk about politics and football."

Widlöcher’s

Widlöcher’s is a family-owned bakery serving classic, scratch made cheesecakes, desserts, seasonal baked goods, hot tea, french press coffee and more.

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