Skyland Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Skyland Park
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama
Stroll along tree-lined pathways and visit historic buildings, museums, galleries and sports arenas while experiencing life at one of Alabama’s oldest universities.
Bryant-Denny Stadium
Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Tuscaloosa River Walk
Take a stroll along the banks of the Black Warrior River where you’ll find picnic areas, a farmers’ market, museums and concert venues.
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.
Veterans Memorial Park
Examine the machinery of war, then take a quiet walk around the engraved walls which bear the names of thousands of fallen servicemen and women.
Our pick of the best Skyland Park Hotel Deals
Candlewood Suites Tuscaloosa by IHG
Hotel Capstone
Great property, just going through renovations now
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Friendly cleanliness hospitality and great location
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
I rented a suite for the weekend. It is very spacious and clean. I personally prefer the city view facing the fluorescent lit park & bridge. There is a wall that is floor to ceiling windows & it is a extremely nice view. The bed was comfortable & bedding for the pull out sofa is conveniently in the ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Greystone Inn and Suites
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Friendly staff. Very helpful! Nice Clean room.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Skyland Park
Taylorville
While Taylorville may 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.
South East Tuscaloosa
South East Tuscaloosa might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Forest Lake
When in Forest Lake, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South West Tuscaloosa
When in South West Tuscaloosa, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Woodland Hills
Though Woodland Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
