Central Alabama Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Alabama
Where to stay in Central Alabama
Homewood
Travellers come to Homewood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Birmingham Zoo and Red Mountain Park while you're in town.
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.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Vestavia Hills
Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.
Mountain Brook
Mountain Brook is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.
South East Tuscaloosa
South East Tuscaloosa might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Room was nice although it did have a smoky smell. Staff was helpful, nice location
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Very clean rooms! Lobby smelled great. Very kind lobby personnel. Safe area. Ice machine. Everything was relaxed calm. Various restaurants nearby. Very clean restrooms. Would stay here again. Stayed 11-17 through 11-20 2025
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Postcard Cabins Talladega Valley, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Cabin was cute. A real coffee pot would be nice though. Excellent stay!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Landing Midtown
Couldn't have been cleaner and so spacious! We love this place!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Downtown Birmingham Apartments by Landing
The view and access to restaurants and the concert venue were great. I also appreciated having a quiet space.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Alabama during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Bryant-Denny Stadium
Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
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.
Tuscaloosa River Walk
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tuscaloosa River Walk during your travels in Tuscaloosa. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
You can enjoy a show at Tuscaloosa Amphitheater during your stay in Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Barber Motorsports Park
- UAB Hospital
- The Summit
- Samford University
- Cheaha Resort State Park
- Birmingham Zoo
- Riverchase Galleria
- Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa
- Hoover Metropolitan Complex
- Birmingham CrossPlex
- Oak Mountain State Park
- Jacksonville State University
- Coleman Coliseum
- Children's of Alabama
- Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center
- Talladega National Forest
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
- Alabama Splash Adventure
- DCH Regional Medical Center
- Legion Field
