While Auburn is largely centered around Auburn University, there's plenty to see and do outside academic walls. Visitors will immediately sense the refreshing diversity of this city. From the high culture of lectures, galleries and wine tastings, to the simple pleasures of hometown parades, Auburn exhibits much southern charm.

Eufaula is home to Alabama's second largest historic district. The

Seth Lore and Irwinton Historic District is an absolute delight, and boasts over 700 historic and architecturally significant homes, churches and commercial buildings built between the 1830s and early 1900s. Nearly as interesting as Eufaula's historic district is nearby Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge. Home to nearly 300 species of birds (many of which migrate between the Gulf Coast and the Tennessee Valley) make this a special place for bird watchers and photographers.

Montgomery is the second largest city in Alabama and the state capitol. Founded in 1819, it offers a rich history from the Civil War in the mid-19th century to the battles of the civil right's movement in the mid-20th century. Rosa Parks Historic Old Alabama Town in the center of the city covers 6 blocks and displays a diverse grouping of over 40 restored 19th and 20th century homes. The Dexter Avenue King Memorial Church where the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. preached and the Rosa Parks Library and Museum are also here.