Glen Iris, AL
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum during your trip to Leeds. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
UAB Hospital
Though UAB Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham while you are here.
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
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
Birmingham Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
Walking Tour: Civil Rights History -The Church, Children & Community
Glen Iris Hotel Deals
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
The breakfast had options like fresh fruit which I appreciate
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Clean and really nice. Great price too
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
There were scratches on the doors, the easy access to the parking lot and the thin walls where you can everything and mean everything, which is not what I want to hear when I needed a break.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
This hotel is extremely clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was packed in the morning but there was still plenty of hot food and places to sit. I would 100% stay here again.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
The room was comfortable, but the hall and elevator were looking worn. Very convenient to the airport; the shuttle starts at 4 am which was helpful.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
The soap dispenser for the sink was conditioner and not hand soap and the shower’s bath wash was empty. We did not have towels because we were not on the list.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Glen Iris
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.
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.
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.
Fountain Heights
If you're spending some time in Fountain Heights, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Redmont Park
While visiting Redmont Park, you might make a stop by sights like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.
Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater while you're in town.