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Things to Do in Auburn-Opelika

Explore the beauty and excitement of the Auburn-Opelika area, where there is something for everyone. Visit the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art to appreciate world-class art exhibits. Experience the natural beauty of Chewacla State Park with its hiking trails and waterfalls. Take a stroll through historic downtown Opelika and enjoy its unique boutiques and vibrant dining scene. For sports enthusiasts, catch an Auburn Tigers game at Auburn University, known for its spirited football, basketball, and baseball games. Don't miss the Opelika Pickleball Facility, with 24 individually fenced, covered, and lighted courts, perfect for year-round play.

Local Highlights
Auburn University: Known for its beautiful campus and sporting events, Auburn University is a hub of activity and culture.

Downtown Opelika: Enjoy the charm of a historic downtown area with a variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

Chewacla State Park: A natural retreat offering hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and camping.
Opelika Pickleball Facility: One of the best pickleball facilities in the Southeast, providing year-round play on 24 lighted courts.

Dining and Accommodations
With a wide range of dining options from casual eateries to fine dining, the Auburn-Opelika area caters to all tastes. Notable mentions include The Hound for its hearty Southern fare and Café 123 for a fine dining experience in a historic setting. Accommodations range from the luxurious Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National to charming bed-and-breakfasts.

Plan your visit to Auburn-Opelika today and discover why it is a prime destination for sports, culture, and Southern hospitality! For more information, visit Auburn-Opelika Tourism.

Auburn-Opelika Tourism

The Pickleball People Tour will come to the Opelika Pickleball Complex Dec. 5-6 for two days of competitive play. The $45 early registration fee includes one event, with additional events available for $15, and medal winners will receive custom pro-tier medals. Match results will be reported to DUPR, and tournament play will include round-robin pool play followed by playoff brackets based on division size. Visit the event website for registration details, start times, format information, and additional tournament updates.

Pickleball People Premier Event: Opelika

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Opelika Auburn is located just off I-85 at 3151 Capps Way, across from the Tiger Town Outdoor Shopping Center. Guests can start the day with free Bright Side Breakfast® and enjoy free Wi-Fi, a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center, and an on-site business center, with rooms that include a mini-fridge and microwave. Auburn University and Grand National on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail are a short drive away.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Opelika Auburn

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Auburn is a budget friendly stay off I 85 at 2174 South College Street, about three miles from Auburn University. Guests can start the day with free continental breakfast and use free Wi Fi, with rooms that include a microwave and refrigerator.

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Opelika

Welcome to Element Opelika Auburn, a refreshing retreat thoughtfully designed for the modern traveler. Right in between Auburn and Opelika, Alabama, this hotel combines eco-friendly practices with contemporary comforts, making it an ideal haven for both business travelers and leisure seekers.

Element Opelika Auburn offers a range of spacious, sleekly designed rooms and suites, each featuring fully equipped kitchens, signature Heavenly® Beds, and spa-inspired bathrooms. Designed with the guest's well-being in mind, the hotel prioritizes sustainability and wellness, providing in-room filtered water systems and energy-efficient amenities.

Start your day with a complimentary Rise breakfast bar, where you can enjoy a selection of healthy and energizing options. The hotel is equipped with a fitness center and an outdoor saline pool, perfect for maintaining your exercise regimen while on the road

Conveniently situated near transport links and local eateries, Element Opelika Auburn balances accessibility with tranquility, making it an excellent choice for families, couples, and pet owners.

Element Opelika Auburn

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Opelika Auburn is an extended-stay option in Opelika with spacious suites that include fully equipped kitchens. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, fitness center, on-site laundry, and complimentary parking, with Auburn University just a short drive away.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Opelika Auburn

The Opelika Sportsplex is home to a total of 33 dedicated pickleball courts. The original Opelika Pickleball Facility was built in 2020 and has a 12-court, state-of-the-art pickleball pavilion (open-air cover). The brand new (opened in 2022) Point Broadband Pickleball Facility has 12 additional covered courts. Both features LED lighting and regulation courts for tournament-style play. Access to bathrooms, showers, lockers, and concessions. Auxillary meeting spaces are available on-site at the Opelika Sportsplex. 

Through research and player input, plans were drawn up that would put Opelika at forefront of facility design.

"We've Got You Covered" is a tagline created by the Opelika Pickleball Club. It describes the unique, open-air pavilion cover that creates shade from the heat and cover during rainy days. 