Downtown Birmingham Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

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
McWane Science Center

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 great live music or attend a sporting event.

McWane Science Center
Regions Field

Regions Field

Catch an event at Regions Field during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Regions Field
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

You can study the exhibits at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
16th Street Baptist Church

16th Street Baptist Church

After visiting 16th Street Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

16th Street Baptist Church
Good People Brewing Company

Good People Brewing Company

You can take time to visit Good People Brewing Company during your travels to Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.

Good People Brewing Company

Activities

Birmingham Civil Rights Tour

Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking

AU$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
Arlington Antebellum House

Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights

AU$153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
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
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Our pick of the best Downtown Birmingham Hotel Deals

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

3 out of 5
821 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$302 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
AU$302
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent. Wish they did valet"

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

4 out of 5
808 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$273 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$273
6 Oct - 7 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! (1,005 reviews)
"The location. Within walking distance to the VA. Will stay here again. Would be nice if hotel would offer a VA discount"

Reviewed on 7 Sep. 2025

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

3.5 out of 5
2021 Park Place, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$215 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$215
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The property has great historic significance, loved the ambiance and feel of the historic nature! Room was clean, we were comfortable, breakfast was great! I would definitely stay at this location again!"

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3.5 out of 5
2027 1ST Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$222 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$222
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (976 reviews)
Looking fwd to staying here in the future.
"Valet parking was seamless. Check in was easy and hotel was A+. Walking distances to bars and restaurants."

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2101 Fifth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$229 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$229
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Wedding in Birmingham
"The room was very comfortable. We had a corner room with bedroom separated from separate seating area by a hallway which housed closets and coffee station. The bathroom had a large shower with rain type shower head. The only negative was no towel bar and water pressure was a little low. The staff ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

3 out of 5
1016 20th Street, Birmingham, AL
The price is AU$230 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$230
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"I loved everything"

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Birmingham

Birmingham featuring interior views and a statue or sculpture

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.

Civil Rights Historic District
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Fountain Heights

If you're spending some time in Fountain Heights, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Fountain Heights
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Southside

While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.

Southside
Vulcan Statue which includes a city

Five Points South

5/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Five Points South include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.

Five Points South
Birmingham featuring interior views and a statue or sculpture

Central City

1/5(1 area review)

While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.

Central City
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

Downtown Birmingham Travel Guide

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