Ave Maria Grotto, in Cullman, Alabama, is a landscaped, 4-acre park in an old quarry on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey, providing a garden setting …
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Aug 13, 2024
Very beautiful and unique sculptures. Short walk, but a little hilly. It’s the walk that has handrails throughout. Gifts shop provides a 15 minute video that is informative, as well. Easy to find… Full review by Dfineout
May 15, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It was so interesting and different. It was a perfect place for a day trip. The price was very minimal to get in. The gift shop had a lot of religious artifacts, and th… Full review by lorid120
May 15, 2024
I am 70 years of age. As a child, my family & I went to the Ave Maria Grotto at St. Bernard’s. I loved the small sights & buildings of Rome & Jerusalem. Last week, I decided to go again to the grott… Full review by Ballard55
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We do have overnight accommodations here at the Abbey. Please call 256-734-3946 for pricing and accommodation details. You can also go to stbernardabbey website and …
We do have overnight accommodations here at the Abbey. Please call 256-734-3946 for pricing and accommodation details. You can also go to stbernardabbey website and look under "Visiting Us" for more details. Thanks!
I would have to say, that yes, while the trail is like a sidewalk, it is indeed very, very steep in places. If the user is in a motorized wheelchair, that may work, if the user is experienced …
I would have to say, that yes, while the trail is like a sidewalk, it is indeed very, very steep in places. If the user is in a motorized wheelchair, that may work, if the user is experienced using it in very steep situations. But, if pushed by another, I'd be afraid I'd let loose and the chair person would go flying. Then there is the uphill toward the end. There is a wonderful film about the grotto which lasts 20-30 minutes. Not the same, I know, but it is safe. :)
If the weather had been cooler we would've taken longer. It was stifling hot when we were there so we made it out in an hour. I would recommend visiting when the weather is cooler.
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