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Riverchase Galleria, locally known as The Galleria, is a large upscale, super–regional shopping mall close to Birmingham in Hoover, Alabama. It is the 43rd largest shopping mall in the United States, and has over 200 stores to shop.

The Colonial Promenade is located just south of the Holiday Inn Express & Suites. At the promenade you will find many stores like: Target, Walmart, Belk, Old Navy, JC Penny's, Lane Bryant, TJ Maxx, Ross, and Dicks Sporting Goods to name a few. If you are in the mood for lunch or dinner the promenade has many dining options that include: Olive Garden, Long Horn Steakhouse, Ruby Tuesday, Mizu, Jim N Nicks, and Chickafila. You will also be able to entertain yourself at Amstar Movie Theater.

Said to be the best place in the state to mountain bike, Oak Mountain State Park offers 9400 acres of beautiful central Alabama sprawl. Its features include 18 miles of bike trails, 20 miles of horse trails, camping, cabins and beaches. There is also a demonstration farm with livestock and a wildlife rehabilitation center. Golfing, boating, fishing, swimming and hiking accommodations are all available as well, and picnic areas and restrooms are situated throughout the grounds.

Located in the suburb of Bessemer, Alabama Splash Adventure offers family-oriented entertainment in a festive setting. As with many theme parks, it's a virtually self-contained community, complete with restaurants, snack bars, live entertainment, thrill rides and a complete water park. Ride the Rio Grande Train, take the plunge on UpSurge! in Splash Beach, and don't miss the Coke Corner on Celebration Street. Check website for more details as this park has seasonal timings.

The Birmingham Zoo is a zoological park that opened in 1955 in Birmingham, Alabama. The 122-acre zoo is home to almost 800 animals representing over 200 species, including many endangered species from six continents.

A 90-acre facility with five Youth Baseball/Softball Fields with a Concession Stand and Press Box, 2 Miles of Lighted Walking Tracks with Benches for resting along the way, Regulation Size Skatepark,a Bluebird Trail, Two Playground Areas, Restrooms, 9 Pavilions Available for Rental, Several Play Meadows, Batting Cages,and an Arbor.

The Oak Mountain Amphitheatre is the largest outdoor amphitheater in Alabama, and has three tiers of reserved seating with a capacity of 10,500. The Theatre has had some of the biggest artists in the world perform live on stage and will has upcoming artists such as: Jason Aldean, Dave Matthews Band, Zac Brown band, and many more.

Unique among Birmingham golf courses, Ballantrae offers a fast, fun and friendly 18 hole course designed by internationally renowned architect Bob Cupp. Ballantrae Golf Club meanders through a scenic valley surrounded by gorgeous southern Birmingham woodlands and breathtaking views. Our friendly staff and reasonable rates make Ballantrae the premiere choice for membership among residents, and for the casual golfer or travelers Ballantrae is the first choice in public golf courses in Birmingham.