Birmingham & Tuscaloosa
Alabama’s largest city is a medical and financial center, as well as a bustling hub of culture and heritage that’s famous for its beautiful golf courses, year-round calendar of entertainment, fabulous shopping and world-class dining. Just 50 miles from Birmingham, Tuscaloosa is home to the legendary University of Alabama Crimson Tide football team. The charming college town boasts a lovely historic district and educational attractions.
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What To See & Do
The University of Alabama
Various historic attractions and museums are located throughout the campus, including the Alabama Museum of Natural History.
Moundville Archaeological Park
Home to 26 large, prehistoric platform mounds, this park includes a reconstructed Native American village, nature trails and campgrounds.
Vulcan Park & Museum
Home to the world’s largest cast-iron statue, the site also features interactive exhibits and spectacular panoramic views of Birmingham.
Children’s Hands-On Museum of Tuscaloosa
Let your kids explore and discover the 22 exhibits in this hands-on museum.
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
The state-of-the-art facility houses exhibitions of historical events from post-World War I racial segregation to present-day racial progress.
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
Hoover's Ross Bridge, the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail's crown jewel, is nestled in the peaceful valley of Shades Mountain.
Lake Lurleen State Park
Located on a 250-acre lake, this state park provides numerous options for outdoor recreation.
American Village
Rediscover the American journey for independence at this site featuring a full replica of the Oval Office and more.
Where To Stay
Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa
This luxury hotel is surrounded by natural beauty and lush golf courses, just outside the city.
Moundville Campground
Located in Moundville Archaeological Park, this campground is open year-round.
Hotel Capstone
Perfectly placed on the University of Alabama campus, it is the only full-service hotel in the Tuscaloosa area.
Yellowhammer Inn
This inn and conference center has 57 rooms, a meeting space and other amenities.
Where To Eat & Drink
Dreamland
Just south of the University of Alabama sits the original Dreamland Bar-B-Que. This restaurant now boasts eight locations.
Irondale Cafe
Fans of the book Fried Green Tomatoes know that this place was the inspiration for Fannie Flagg's story of love, loss and life in the South.
Highlands Bar and Grill
Since 1982, Frank Stitt's Highlands Bar and Grill has been the premier spot to entertain guests and celebrate special occasions.
Cypress Inn
Family recipes and local ingredients have earned Cypress Inn a spot among the Top 10 Catfish Restaurants in America.
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