Downtown Birmingham Travel Guide
Birmingham
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Popular places to visit
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Birmingham Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Birmingham Museum of Art in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
You can study the exhibits at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Regions Field
Catch an event at Regions Field during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this romantic area.
Railroad Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Railroad Park, a lovely green space in Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Downtown Birmingham
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
From checking in to checking out the staff there was amazing, professional, courteous and kind. The room I was in was on the 10th and was amazing view the breakfast and dinner was great and delicious! The parking around there is hard to find but do valet it is $38 a night but well worth it and you ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
I will come back with family!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
The staff was polite, respectful, professional and helpful. The room was clean and neat. Dinner was delicious.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Clean rooms (very clean actually). The staff were extremely nice and helpful. We have stayed here often in the past few years and have always had a great experience.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Staff was helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB
Good location, nice property. Very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Birmingham
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.
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
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
Fountain Heights
If you're spending some time in Fountain Heights, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
