East Central Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa
Visit East Central Tuscaloosa
Popular places to visit
Veterans Memorial Park
Examine the machinery of war, then take a quiet walk around the engraved walls which bear the names of thousands of fallen servicemen and women.
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.
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
Take a stroll along the banks of the Black Warrior River where you’ll find picnic areas, a farmers’ market, museums and concert venues.
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.
Capitol Park
Visit the ruins of the old Alabama State Capitol and enjoy picnics at this popular downtown Tuscaloosa park, then drink in some local history at a 19th-century tavern.
Top hotels in East Central Tuscaloosa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG
All was good as we have come to expect.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University
Nice stay
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Bel-Aire Motel Tuscaloosa
I stayed here for Alabama LSU weekend. It was a great experience, my room was clean, and the staff was extremely helpful. For those looking to save money on gameday weekends, I would suggest Bel Aire to anyone.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
CC4-Awesome 3 Bedroom Townhome Perfect for Gamedays
Beautiful home and great location to campus! We enjoyed our stay for my son’s graduation weekend. Host was very informative and helpful with check in.Will definitely be back for a game day! Roll Tide
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Rollin' on the River - Book for Football Season! Complex Pool & River Views!
What a nice home!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Comfortable Tuscaloosa Retreat
The house was in horrible shape.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Central Tuscaloosa
Hillsdale
Hillsdale might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Forest Lake
When in Forest Lake, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Woodland Hills
Though Woodland Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.
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.
