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.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
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 great live music and entertainment choices.
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.
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.
Things to do
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Walking Tour: Civil Rights History -The Church, Children & Community
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Glen Iris Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Best kept secret in Birmingham.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
I really enjoyed my stay. The only problem was the bed was not very comfortable.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
Decent stay. Just enough to get through the night and then move on.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Clean, nice room.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
Clean room, front desk lady was absolutely wonderful!!!
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
Great customer service
Reviewed on Dec 7, 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.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.