Central City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
McWane Science Center
You can study the exhibits at McWane Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Birmingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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 popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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.
Birmingham Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Birmingham Museum of Art in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Alabama: Birmingham Area Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass
Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Birmingham Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Smartphone Audio App Tour
Our pick of the best Central City Hotel Deals
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute or Alabama Theater.
Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to McWane Science Center or Regions Field.
Druid Hills
If you're spending some time in Druid Hills, Protective Stadium and Alabama Sports Hall of Fame are top sights worth seeing.
Fountain Heights
If you're spending some time in Fountain Heights, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Norwood
While there might not be top attractions in Norwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Protective Stadium and Alabama Sports Hall of Fame.