The Strip
Tuscaloosa
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Alabama Museum of Natural History
Examine prehistoric fossils, local wildlife specimens and archaeological artifacts in this fascinating museum, which is devoted to the natural world.
Top hotels in The Strip
Hotel Capstone
Pool side area was a great spot to hang out. Staff was very accommodating Location on campus is excellent
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Always enjoy making a belgian waffle! We live in Italy and I love a good Southern breakfast.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Best Western University Inn
Don’t stay here with spouse or kids. If you’re looking for a cheap option for travel by yourself, it will suffice, but it was sketchy the first night we checked in. There were drunk, shirtless people everywhere and definitely participating in drug use. We were scared to walk from our car to the room ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
It’s a wonderful place to stay but there is no airport shuttle as advertised on this site and also no vegan options as mentioned at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
The experience was amazing!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
There was a a very strong chemical odor in the lobby and hallways. Thank goodness it wasn’t in the room, or I wouldn’t have wanted to stay. The room was nice, the bed was decent, but the pillows were not for me. The breakfast offerings were adequate, and the coffee was great.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Strip
Pinehurst
Pinehurst might not have many top sights, but Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bryant-Denny Stadium and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
