Downtown
Tuscaloosa
Popular places to visit
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.
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.
Murphy African American Museum
Visit this heritage museum to learn about the lifestyle of African Americans in Tuscaloosa during the early 20th century.
Battle–Friedman House
Visit this historic house to see displays of period furniture and elaborate architectural designs that provide a peek into 19th-century life in Tuscaloosa.
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.
Things to do
Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama
Top hotels in Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Druid City
Druid City might not have many top sights, but Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pinehurst
When in Pinehurst, you can plan a visit to Gorgas House and Bryant-Denny Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Strip
Though The Strip might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bryant-Denny Stadium and Gorgas House.
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.