Southside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
UAB Hospital
If UAB Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham.
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.
The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your stay in Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Birmingham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your holiday in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Activities
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
The Birmingham Ghost Walk - Hotels Churches and Riots Tour
Our pick of the best Southside Hotel Deals
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
"Too many undesirable people there!!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"Ok"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
"Hotel is always clean on the inside as well asthe outside and staff are very friendly."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
"First time staying at the Hyatt and I will definitely be coming back."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
"I had booked a double room. Ended up in a king room with sofa bed. We made it work cause when I asked the front desk they said it wasn’t any available. ."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Nice hotel but a bit outdated. The staff is great and breakfast was decent. Location is quiet and was convenient for us during our visit with family."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
Lakeview District
While visiting Lakeview District, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Alabama Ballet.
Highland Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland Park and surrounding area, you can visit Highland Park Golf Course and Sloss Furnaces.
Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.
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.
Red Mountain
If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Avondale Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Vulcan Statue or Regions Field while you're exploring the area.
