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What to do in Tuscaloosa
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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 game 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.

Capitol Park
Visit the ruins of the old Alabama State Capitol and enjoy picnics at this popular downtown Tuscaloosa park, then drink in some local history at a 19th-century tavern.

Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion
Visit this historic Tuscaloosa house to admire its Italianate architecture and learn about the life of a well-known businessman and politician.

Gorgas House
Learn about the family history of former University of Alabama president Josiah Gorgas at the oldest building on the university’s campus.

Murphy African American Museum
Visit this heritage museum to learn about the lifestyle of African Americans in Tuscaloosa during the early 20th century.
Areas of Tuscaloosa

University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum 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.

South East Tuscaloosa
While South East Tuscaloosa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, R&R Cigars and Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion are top sights worth seeing.

East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.

Forest Lake
While Forest Lake isn't home to many top sights, Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.