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Gadsden Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

city in and the county seat of Etowah County in the U.S. state of Alabama

About Gadsden

Gadsden was settled in the early 1800s. It has prospered over the years through riverboat commerce, steel production, railways, and agriculture. Though the industry slumped in the late 1980s, and then moreso with the departure of Goodyear, the city was awarded the All-America City Award in 1991 for tackling community-wide challenges. The population in 2019 was about 35,000.

Top Attractions in Gadsden

Explore the best things to see and do in Gadsden:

  • Gadsden Museum of Art
  • Gilliland-Reese Covered Bridge
  • James D. Martin Wildlife Park
  • Noccalula Falls Park
  • Riverwalk City Park

Where to Stay in Gadsden

  • 🏨Gadsden Inn & Suites
  • 🏨River Rocks Landing

Gadsden Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including:

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