Central City
Birmingham
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
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 entertainment choices.
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 great live music or attend a sporting event.
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Walk around the campus at University of Alabama at Birmingham during your visit to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your stay in Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Top hotels in Central City
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Check in and out was flawless. Valet perfection. Beds as comfy as home. Staff professional, and yet felt like family. Location spot on. Within walking distance of a phenomenal restaurant for dinner, La Fetê. And a 10 min Uber to Legacy Center.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was old with holes in the carpet. There was noise all night long from an hvac unit or something which made it impossible to get a good nights sleep. The elevator was old and making rattling noise. No normal amenities that you have in most hotels - refrigerator and microwave considering the ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Spotless room, helpfull staff, great location, Historic charm. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Great corner view! Beautiful hotel and courteous staff.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
Room was clean bed was comfortable!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
The room was clean and just what we needed for the weekend.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Lakeview District
While visiting Lakeview District, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Alabama Ballet.
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.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
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.
Druid Hills
If you're spending some time in Druid Hills, Protective Stadium and Coca-Cola Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.
