Central Alabama, AL
Travel Guide
Visit Central Alabama
Where to stay in Central Alabama
Homewood
Located in southeastern Jefferson County, Homewood boasts the Hollywood Historic District, known for its Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Home to Samford University, it's a charming suburb near Birmingham.
Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.
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
Boasting three picturesque "villages" and a high tree cover ratio, this suburban area offers a forest-like setting with charming residential sections and a network of bridle paths for recreation.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Postcard Cabins Talladega Valley, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Landing Midtown
Downtown Birmingham Apartments by Landing
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Alabama, during your travels in Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football game while in the area.
Bryant-Denny Stadium
Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football game 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 great live music and entertainment choices.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene 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.
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Alabama at Birmingham as part of your travels around Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park Admission Ticket
Alabama: 3-Day Mobile City Multi-Attraction Pass
Alabama: Mobile Area Multi-Attraction Pass
- University of Alabama
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Bryant-Denny Stadium
- UAB Hospital
- Barber Motorsports Park
- Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
- The Summit
- Talladega Superspeedway
- Samford University
- Birmingham Zoo
- Cheaha Resort State Park
- Alabama Theater
- Hoover Metropolitan Complex
- Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa
- Birmingham CrossPlex
- Riverchase Galleria
- Oak Mountain State Park
- Tuscaloosa River Walk
- Jacksonville State University
- Coleman Coliseum
- Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
- Logan Martin Lake
- Children's of Alabama
- Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center
- Talladega National Forest
- Sloss Furnaces
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
- Alabama Splash Adventure
- DCH Regional Medical Center