Central City Travel Guide
Birmingham
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
Sloss Furnaces
You can learn about the history of Birmingham when you stop by Sloss Furnaces. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
McWane Science Center
You can study the exhibits at McWane Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Barber Motorsports Park
You can take time to visit Barber Motorsports Park during your travels to Leeds. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Leeds. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Birmingham Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Birmingham Museum of Art in Birmingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Central City
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Easy and friendly checkin; great valet; nice lobby.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
Room and hotel was great! Clean
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Room was spotless, beds were comfortable and the staff was so nice and friendly. We enjoyed the breakfast too!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
The room was delightfully classic and cozy! Loved the decor.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
I appreciate the staff opening breakfast a few minutes early for us.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
All staff were friendly and helpful. The room was nice and well kept. No issues during our stay. Shuttle to and from airport both were pleasant and smooth rides. Would recommend
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute or Alabama Theater.
Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to McWane Science Center or Regions Field.
Avondale
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Avondale. You might want to make time for a stop at Avondale Brewing Company or Sloss Furnaces.
Highland Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland Park and surrounding area, you can visit Highland Park Golf Course and Sloss Furnaces.
Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.
Central City Travel Guide
- McWane Science Center
- Heaviest Corner on Earth
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Barber Motorsports Park
- UAB Hospital
- The Summit
- Samford University
- Birmingham Zoo
- Riverchase Galleria
- Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa
- Hoover Metropolitan Complex
- Birmingham CrossPlex
- Oak Mountain State Park
- Children's of Alabama
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
- Alabama Splash Adventure
- Legion Field
- RTJ Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley
- Protective Stadium
- Birmingham Race Course Casino
- The Outlet Shops of Grand River
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens
