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Explore the Best of Prattville and Autauga County, AL

Whether you're looking for an evening out, ideas for a three-day weekend or simply want to spend a few hours having fun, you have plenty of great activities in Prattville.
By Kelly Rogers on August 26, 2024
Spend the day exploring downtown Prattville, AL.
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Whether you are new to the area or a seasoned resident who’s eager to discover different parts of the community, we have just what you need to navigate the region and its offerings. Here’s a list of great activities in Prattville and Autauga County. Start exploring! 

Best of the Best: Great Activities in Prattville

Order a Coffee. If you like your coffee with a dash of ambiance, check out West Main Coffeehouse and Creamery. With exposed brick, comfy couches and a menu full of seriously delicious drinks, this two-story coffeehouse located along Autauga Creek checks all the boxes. Oh, and they serve ice cream! 

Grab Breakfast. For a quality breakfast, head to Chappy’s Deli. It has a casual environment, but its breakfast menu is extensive, which is ideal when you’ve got multiple palates to please. From fluffy omelets to melt-in-your-mouth biscuits, Chappy’s will satisfy. 

Take a Walk. If you’re looking for beautiful scenery and a quick walk, you can’t do much better than Wilderness Park/Bamboo Forest. A clear, circular path winds through a bamboo forest and around a pond, and you can complete the entire route in about 10 to 15 minutes. 

Dinner Time!

Ask any local to name the area’s best restaurant, and you’ll hear the same answer over and over: Uncle Mick’s Cajun Market & Café. Its authentic Cajun cuisine is made from scratch each day – and if you aren’t sure what to order, they offer samples. 

Meet Colleagues for Drinks. Your taste buds are in for a treat! Adrienne’s Downtown Bar on Main Street has a menu full of delicious cocktails, beer and wine. Pair those with the bar’s friendly, inviting atmosphere, great staff and live music, and you are sure to have a relaxed, memory-filled evening. 

Go Shopping. If you’re looking for a great place to shop, Kudzu and Cotton, a boutique on Main Street, is a must-visit. It is chock-full of items like bath and beauty products and cute apparel, shoes and accessories. It’s a place you’ll visit time and time again. 

Go on a Date Night. Looking for a fancier spot to wine and dine your sweetheart? Head over to KimberLia’s, which offers elegant dining in downtown Prattville. Enjoy your steak or seafood with a side of live jazz music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights – and don’t forget to order dessert! 

Enjoy the Water. Take in the full beauty of Autauga Creek at Prattville Creekwalk, where the path offers a direct view of the stunning cotton gin dam. There are plenty of benches and picnic tables, so it’s a great place to sit and stay awhile. 

Have a Relaxing Sunday: If you’re looking for a leisurely way to spend your Sunday, why not try a round of golf? RTJ Golf Trail at Capitol Hillhas three fantastic courses to choose from: the Judge, Senator and Legislator. The views are phenomenal and the courses are always kept in pristine condition.

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth. Nothing satisfies sugary cravings quite like candy! Indulge your inner child at Candy Corner, a colorful candy shop “where sweet candy and sweet service go hand in hand.” Build your own bag of treats by choosing from their jars of bulk candy. 

Exercise. There’s no shortage of excellent places to burn calories. But for a strong sense of community and the widest variety of activities, visit the Prattville YMCA, which offers activities like swimming, yoga and personal training. 

Grab a Beer and Watch Sports: On game day, nothing beats a cold beer and the camaraderie of fellow fans at a bar – and in Prattville, you’ll find exactly that at Autauga Creek Craft House. It offers a robust selection of local and regional craft beer, and if you’re having a hard time choosing, you can always order a flight!

Keep the Kids Entertained. Launch Trampoline Park has trampolines, a ninja course, laser tag, an arcade and more. Or, if you’re looking for some free entertainment, visit Pratt Park, which offers an extensive playground near a beautiful pond. 

Treat Yourself to a ‘Me’ Day. Head over to Indulgence Salon & Spa on Main Street, where they offer everything from facials and microblading to hair and nail services. Let the relaxation sink in! 

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