Title: Things to Do in Central Alabama in 2026 | Expedia.com [Central Alabama Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Central-Alabama.dx6057756)[Hotels in Central Alabama](https://expedia.com/Central-Alabama-Hotels.d6057756.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Central Alabama](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-Alabama.d6057756.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Central Alabama](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Central-Alabama.d6057756.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central Alabama Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Central-Alabama.d6057756.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Central Alabama ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Central Alabama Types of activities Where to stay [Central Alabama Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Central-Alabama.dx6057756) ![Birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602981/a82c2214-9e1d-4f2f-9aaf-ecf485648a66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Barber Motorsports Park showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128544/a7d07981-a6ba-4b45-8702-c7bb22485879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Barber Motorsports Park which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128544/8c6afa4a-2008-45e4-abd9-16a169475478.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Birmingham which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602981/f06e8cf6-d597-4d16-840b-7f90687dbf09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Barber Motorsports Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128544/4502db48-f4ea-4002-a62d-9a5916635a28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Central Alabama Attractions If you're ready to discover the best of Central Alabama, join a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6057756&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and have an expert show you the most popular attractions. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Central Alabama ### Tours & day trips [See all 20 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47907577/10763a2c-a3ee-42b3-a5e2-9a273382f137.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass 6/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/alabama-birmingham-area-multi-attraction-pass.a47907577.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![Alabama: Birmingham Area Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47977329/d06eae03-3207-487b-b547-e8283306ba57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alabama: Birmingham Area Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/alabama-birmingham-area-family-fun-multi-attraction-pass.a47977329.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47135624/4b93b014-b394-4b8e-bcc5-503aa586dcc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten 1h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/banshees-of-birmingham-ghost-tour-the-furnace-of-the-forgotten.a47135624.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1191762/fb53a72f-78b3-418b-8778-cfb2810d4235.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights 4h 9.6/10 14 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-birmingham-the-historic-highlights.a1191762.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![The Sacred Ground of 1963: Birmingham’s Civil Rights Struggle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4436887/7085a93b-1c2c-4cc1-8148-0d6cd04fd80f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Sacred Ground of 1963: Birmingham’s Civil Rights Struggle 1h 30m 9.8/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-sacred-ground-of-1963-birminghams-civil-rights-struggle.a4436887.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![The Birmingham Ghost Walk - Hotels Churches and Riots Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1191756/815ddf2f-314b-48f2-ad3c-e4a36ab6e209.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Birmingham Ghost Walk - Hotels Churches and Riots Tour 2h 9.4/10 60 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/the-birmingham-ghost-walk-hotels-churches-and-riots-tour.a1191756.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![An Epic Bar Crawl: Alabama Birmingham's Best Bars](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50662895/b9f63bf7-6899-4971-9784-9c2adc1a9349.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### An Epic Bar Crawl: Alabama Birmingham's Best Bars 1h 30m Free cancellation available $15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/birmingham-alabama-bar-crawl-birminghams-best-bars.a50662895.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1141986/26b545c7-8384-4db2-a764-c2f0c96a05e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking 3h 10/10 273 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/birmingham-civil-rights-tour-riding-walking.a1141986.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![An Epic Alabama Art Walk: Birmingham District Bonanza Bash](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50666991/23e9bb4e-530e-4abd-9f8a-5d6ab4f9390a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### An Epic Alabama Art Walk: Birmingham District Bonanza Bash 1h 30m Free cancellation available $15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/alabama-art-walk-birmingham-district-bonanza-bash.a50666991.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![University of Alabama Campus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51033711/d7df208a-beac-4d2c-8ba4-96318afad008.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### University of Alabama Campus Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/university-of-alabama-campus-tour.a51033711.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ### Theme parks [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&filter.categories=ThemeParks) ![Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47907577/10763a2c-a3ee-42b3-a5e2-9a273382f137.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass 6/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/alabama-birmingham-area-multi-attraction-pass.a47907577.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![Alabama: Birmingham Area Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47977329/d06eae03-3207-487b-b547-e8283306ba57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alabama: Birmingham Area Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/alabama-birmingham-area-family-fun-multi-attraction-pass.a47977329.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![Alabama: 3-Day East Alabama Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48142187/ffd38071-d555-419a-b0a7-64029b593ee9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alabama: 3-Day East Alabama Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass Free cancellation available $66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/alabama-3-day-east-alabama-family-fun-multi-attraction-pass.a48142187.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Smartphone Audio App Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45733050/7f6e19d3-7409-4a67-bb1d-4408c0582af1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Smartphone Audio App Tour 1h 10m 9.2/10 20 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/birmingham-civil-rights-walk-of-freedom-smartphone-audio-app-tour.a45733050.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![VIP "TwentyFun" Birthday Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51279030/d5c5025f-6e4d-43f5-9c2a-d4b7990b0eda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### VIP "TwentyFun" Birthday Tour 4h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $250 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/golf-cart-private-tour-in-tuscaloosa-university.a51279030.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49812931/92828c4a-23b3-47af-a81d-128d447452be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama 2h Free cancellation available $5 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/adventurous-walking-tour-of-university-of-alabama.a49812931.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![University of Alabama Campus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51033711/d7df208a-beac-4d2c-8ba4-96318afad008.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### University of Alabama Campus Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/university-of-alabama-campus-tour.a51033711.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50909727/81168229-9446-4712-bcb8-ea874c1fcbe0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks 1h 30m Free cancellation available $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/historical-golf-cart-tour-of-tuscaloosa-landmarks.a50909727.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ![VIP "TwentyFun" Birthday Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51279030/d5c5025f-6e4d-43f5-9c2a-d4b7990b0eda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### VIP "TwentyFun" Birthday Tour 4h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $250 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/golf-cart-private-tour-in-tuscaloosa-university.a51279030.activity-details?&rid=6057756&location=Central+Alabama&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Central Alabama | Number of things to do | 11 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Skip the Line Mobile Carnival Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-mobile-carnival-museum-ticket.a1359004.activity-details): $9 | | Top 5 things to do | [Alabama: Gulf Shores/Orange Beach Area Multi-Attraction Pass](/things-to-do/alabama-gulf-shores-orange-beach-area-multi-attraction-pass.a48191561.activity-details)[Alabama: Mobile Area Multi-Attraction Pass](/things-to-do/alabama-mobile-area-multi-attraction-pass.a47691584.activity-details)[Alabama: 3-Day Mobile City Multi-Attraction Pass](/things-to-do/alabama-3-day-mobile-city-multi-attraction-pass.a48114738.activity-details)[USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/uss-alabama-battleship-memorial-park-admission-ticket.a47396397.activity-details)[Skip the Line Mobile Carnival Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-mobile-carnival-museum-ticket.a1359004.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/uss-alabama-battleship-memorial-park-admission-ticket.a47396397.activity-details)[Skip the Line Mobile Carnival Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-mobile-carnival-museum-ticket.a1359004.activity-details)[Mobile Downtown Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/mobile-downtown-smartphone-guided-audio-walking-tour.a49807931.activity-details)[Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Parade Through Mobile!](/things-to-do/self-guided-mobile-scavenger-hunt-parade-through-mobile.a2560172.activity-details) | | With kids | [Alabama: Gulf Shores/Orange Beach Area Multi-Attraction Pass](/things-to-do/alabama-gulf-shores-orange-beach-area-multi-attraction-pass.a48191561.activity-details)[Alabama: Mobile Area Multi-Attraction Pass](/things-to-do/alabama-mobile-area-multi-attraction-pass.a47691584.activity-details)[Alabama: 3-Day Mobile City Multi-Attraction Pass](/things-to-do/alabama-3-day-mobile-city-multi-attraction-pass.a48114738.activity-details)[USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/uss-alabama-battleship-memorial-park-admission-ticket.a47396397.activity-details)[Skip the Line Mobile Carnival Museum Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-mobile-carnival-museum-ticket.a1359004.activity-details) | ## What to do in Central Alabama - With kids ### Things to Do in Central Alabama with Kids You'll find loads of fun things to do with your kids in and near Central Alabama. Keep the gang entertained with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6057756&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Central Alabama? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Alabama ![Tuscaloosa which includes heritage architecture, chateau or palace and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097636/920a11dd-210b-461d-97b0-dfe9ba7c4417.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Alabama Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Alabama, during your travels in Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football game while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Alabama-University-Area.d6097636.Vacation-Attraction) ![University of Alabama at Birmingham campus, Birmingham, Alabama, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070551/76531d6c-6743-494d-86d9-5922268b92e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Alabama-At-Birmingham-Five-Points-South.d6070551.Vacation-Attraction) ![To the right of the Walk of Champions while approaching the visitor center and front entrance of Bryant-Denny Stadium, the storied coaches quietly remind us that success is not a matter of luck, but rather the culmination of years of dedication and determination.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3390/b98e0a93-026c-4c9e-bba0-222902f569fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bryant-Denny Stadium Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football game while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Bryant-Denny-Stadium-University-Area.d6097638.Vacation-Attraction) ![Barber Motorsports Park which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128544/8c6afa4a-2008-45e4-abd9-16a169475478.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Barber Motorsports Park Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub. [](https://expedia.com/Barber-Motorsports-Park-Birmingham.d6128544.Vacation-Attraction) ![Woman jogging on street in city, Birmingham, Alabama, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070601/f61b3928-0889-4fe9-9065-829e45100daf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Summit You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/The-Summit-Birmingham.d6070601.Vacation-Attraction) ![African Elephant in a zoo setting in Birmingham Alabama.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070587/d87ea65c-7a32-4c67-b803-4a21717f1a12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Birmingham Zoo Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your travels in Birmingham? In the area, take in the acclaimed theater scene and mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Birmingham-Zoo-Redmont-Park.d6070587.Vacation-Attraction) ![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. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/7d2e42d2-173f-429c-9e2a-339f151ddc4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alabama Theater Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Alabama-Theater-Downtown-Birmingham.d6070573.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tuscaloosa which includes a park and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340972538/0a239759-4f8f-423b-b50a-3679fe0c1fd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Tuscaloosa-River-Walk-Tuscaloosa.d553248634340972538.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tuscaloosa Amphitheater showing nightlife, night scenes and performance art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653610/cfcd7ec3-6a9c-427f-950a-b86bbf482e43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tuscaloosa Amphitheater Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama. [](https://expedia.com/Tuscaloosa-Amphitheater-Downtown.d553248621532653610.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Central Alabama ![Aerial View of Vulcan Statue overlooking downtown Birmingham, AL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057770/b90c786c-9fc8-44d0-aa28-4cfa534703d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Birmingham-Downtown-Birmingham.dx6057770) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Birmingham-Homewood.dx6057772) ![Visit Frugal Family Travelers blog to learn more about this great location, to receive the travel itinerary and to discover more great places like this: Boulder Hills Natural Area http://www.frugalfamilytravelers.blogspot.com/2016/02/4-outdoor-jewels-in-alabama.html Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frugalfamilytravelers Twitter: @FrugalFamTrav ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7462/dc2388c7-2c4e-4af3-a6cf-4f6d060761d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vestavia Hills Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.com/Birmingham-Vestavia-Hills.dx7462) ![Aaaah Back home! Mountain Brook is were it all began for me many moons ago! This image is of "The Old Mill" or "Old Mill House", a 1926 replica of Perryman's Mill built by the Jemison Companies to promote the newly-developed residential suburb of Mountain Brook. It is located on the foundations of the earlier grist mill, on the bank of Shades Creek at 2780 Mountain Brook Parkway. Tip - Early morning is better. Be aware this is a private residence in a residential area... not a tourist attraction. There is a linear park with a popular running trail along this road. Plenty of pull in parking spots along the side of the road and a great place to watch the fabulous Mountain Brook housewives strut their stuff. #TroverDetour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8992/5dd6dfc1-9df2-469e-982f-bc87e3d7a941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mountain Brook Boasting three picturesque "villages" and a high tree cover ratio, this suburban area offers a forest-like setting with charming residential sections and a network of bridle paths for recreation. [](https://expedia.com/Birmingham-Mountain-Brook.dx8992) ![Alabama showing night scenes and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097636/619546ae-fe57-4e35-aff5-fc7b9c9cbc2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### University Area If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Tuscaloosa-University-Area.dx903750063872909312) ![Birmingham, Alabama, USA downtown city skyline.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969597/1387fceb-3925-4a15-a766-bf7cb69db00f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Five Points South 4/5(448 area reviews) 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. 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