Things to do in Central Alabama

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Central Alabama travel guide

Barber Motorsports Park featuring interior views

Barber Motorsports Park which includes interior views

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Tuscaloosa featuring a castle, flowers and heritage architecture

University of Alabama

Stroll along tree-lined pathways and visit historic buildings, museums, galleries and sports arenas while experiencing life at one of Alabama’s oldest universities.

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.

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

Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.

Woman jogging on street in city, Birmingham, Alabama, USA

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.

African Elephant in a zoo setting in Birmingham Alabama.

Birmingham Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your holiday in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.

The Alabama Theatre was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios as an Alabama showcase for Paramount films. It was used primarily as a movie palace for 55 years. In 1987 the owners of the facility declared bankruptcy and the theatre was purchased by Birmingham Landmarks Inc.

Now the Alabama Theatre for the Performing Arts, it hosts many live events. Each year the Theatre hosts over 300 events attended by a half million People.

In 1998 the Theatre underwent a complete restoration.

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.

Tuscaloosa featuring a park and a river or creek

Tuscaloosa River Walk

Take a stroll along the banks of the Black Warrior River where you’ll find picnic areas, a farmers’ market, museums and concert venues.

UAB Hospital

If UAB Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham.

Areas of 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.

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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.

Alabama featuring an administrative building and night scenes

University Area

If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

Birmingham, Alabama, USA downtown city skyline.

Five Points South

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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.