University Area Travel Guide
Tuscaloosa
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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.
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.
Veterans Memorial Park
After visiting Veterans Memorial Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Denny Chimes
You can find out about the history of Tuscaloosa when you stop by Denny Chimes. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Top hotels in University Area
Hotel Capstone
"Great property, close to campus. Very friendly service. Clean and efficient hotel."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
"We like this hotel & We always stop here when traveling through Tuscaloosa. Thanks for a great stay. The rooms are nice and very affordable."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
"Went for concert everything excellent !! Will be back"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
"Don’t book through hotels.com because you can’t get rooms refunded if you have to leave early for emergency."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
"It was an adequate place. Nice room."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
"All of the above great experience"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in University Area
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Murphy African American Museum and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.
North of the River
While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course.
South West Tuscaloosa
When in South West Tuscaloosa, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
