Downtown Birmingham Travel Guide
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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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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 great live music and entertainment choices.
Regions Field
Catch an event at Regions Field during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
16th Street Baptist Church
After visiting 16th Street Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
You can learn about the history of Birmingham with a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Downtown Birmingham
Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB
Excellent
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Nice decor, everything was clean and staff is courteous
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
We all Loved and appreciated Sam at the Valet! He was awesome and so precious!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Yes
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Good
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Quick one night stay for drs appt. Room was spacious & clean but bed mattress was a little hard. Breakfast was good with waffles - could have used some muffins or cinnamon rolls. Thanks
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
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.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
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.
