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Overview

Prattville is brimming with artesian wells. Situated northwest of Montgomery, Alabama, the city’s dynamic waterscape have prompted onlookers to baptize it as ‘The Fountain City’. Prattville of Elmore and Autauga Counties have manifold waterways for fishing and boating. The picturesque village is surrounded by classic 19th century architecture, and is encircled by natural rolling woodland hills. Prattville is home to one of the world’s finest complexes, and is the site of the upscale Capitol Hill and Robert Trent Jones Golf Complexes. 

Shopping

Many delightful specialty stores and shops can be found in Prattville’s charming New England downtown area. Just north and east of downtown are at least seven massive shopping centers. Shopaholics will find living in Prattville ideal, as its thriving shopping scene never fails to provide the best bargains to all consumers. Historic Downtown Prattville is a district filled with trendy and eclectic shops. Victoria’s Boutique will surely spruce a lady’s wardrobe, which features brands such as Vera Bradley, Silver Jeans, and Brighton. Unique stores such as the Village Clocksmith, The Turtle Shell, and A Carousel of Shops can also be found within the area. Premiere Place at the intersection of McQueen Smith and Cobbs Ford Roads has more than 345,000 square feet filled with retail shops and restaurants. Mainstream stores such as Kirkland’s, Bath & Body Works, and Michael’s can be found within the shopping center. High Point Town Center is even bigger at 900,000 square feet, and is anchored by big-name brands such as Best Buy, JCPenney, and Bass Pro Shops. 

Things to Do

A memorable experience is not at all impossible in Prattville, as the city has a lot to offer, from scenic natural getaways to simple but delightful means of entertainment. Tourists can take a hike through the exotic foliage and flourishing bamboo of Wilderness Park, swim some laps at Prattville Country Club’s Olympic-size pool, spend a day at the 18-hole course of the Capitol Hill Golf Club, or grab tickets and watch Way Off Broadway Theatre’s entertaining productions. 

Restaurants and Dining

From tasty tea sandwiches to Italian herbs, Cajun spiced alligator to Southern barbecue, Prattville’s dining scene overflows with tantalizing flavors. Fat Boys Barbecue Ranch offers customers with some serious dining. The restaurant features camp stew, smoked chicken, ribs, beef brisket, and barbecue pork. Located downtown, the family-operated restaurant is one of few establishments that still slow-cook their barbecue over racks of hickory hardwood. The oldest family-owned business in Prattville is Jim’s Restaurant, which also has interesting barbecue menus. Jim’s offers meatloaf, chicken livers, stewed apples, and other casual Southern meals. For a buffet of meats, vegetables, sandwiches, and salads, head to Jim’s complete opposite–Fountain City Grill is Prattville’s newest restaurant, and offers buffets daily. 

Best Museums

One can easily fall in love with Prattville’s culture and history, especially with the array of museums that seem to serenade guests. The presence of numerous exhibits, events, and galleries truly provide a feast for the senses. The Prattaugan Museum and Archives is an excellent place to start with. The museum continues to collect and display memorabilia of Daniel Pratt, one of the forefathers of the city. The museum also features the Old Prattvillage display, genealogy information, and county artifacts. Displays of fine art can be seen at the Prattauga Art Guild, which is also regarded as the city’s own Prattville Creative Arts Center.