Alton Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Barber Motorsports Park featuring interior views

Barber Motorsports Park

Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.

Barber Motorsports Park
Sloss Furnaces which includes industrial elements

Sloss Furnaces

Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.

Sloss Furnaces
Birmingham which includes signage

Alabama Theater

Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Alabama Theater
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Leeds. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

UAB Hospital

If UAB Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham.

UAB Hospital

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Walk around the campus at University of Alabama at Birmingham during your visit to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Activities

Birmingham Civil Rights Tour

Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking

AU$106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
Uncover the Paranormal on a Birmingham Ghost Tour.

Birmingham Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour

AU$47
per adult
Birmingham Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
Arlington Antebellum House

Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights

AU$151
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
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Our pick of the best Alton Hotel Deals

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

4 out of 5
808 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$275 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$275
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
"When we checked in the staff assisting just checked us in, he didn't get us any information on the hotel amenities. I didn't know the pool hours or where it was located, Our room had a view of the back lot. Our room was comfortable and clean, and that is mostly what we look for in a stay. I will ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
5000 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$168 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$168
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,313 reviews)
"Great front desk. Great waitress. Great shuttle (receptionist filled in)."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$222 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$222
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,229 reviews)
"Stayed for soccer tournament. Excellent location"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
60 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$140 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$140
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (370 reviews)
"I stayed at this property for four days while attending a family event. The room was spacious and in good but not immaculate shape. Check in was smooth. The bed was very comfortable, which was great. Lots of different fast food and casual dining restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover

Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover

3 out of 5
2980 John Hawkins Parkway, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$177 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$177
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,364 reviews)
"Love it!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood

Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood

2.5 out of 5
226 Summit Pkwy, Homewood, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$160 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$160
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,075 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
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Other neighbourhoods around Alton

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Irondale

Visitors to Irondale enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Train Watching Platform is worth a stop.

Irondale
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Crestwood South

Though Crestwood South may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course.

Crestwood South
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Mountain Brook

Mountain Brook is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.

Mountain Brook
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Forest Park

If you're spending some time in Forest Park, Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Forest Park
Sloss Furnaces showing industrial elements

Avondale

You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Avondale. You might want to make time for a stop at Avondale Brewing Company or Sloss Furnaces.

Avondale
Sloss Furnaces showing industrial elements

Lakeview District

While visiting Lakeview District, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Alabama Ballet.

Lakeview District

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