University Area Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 University Area Hotel Deals
Hotel Capstone
This was our first stay at Hotel Capstone and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The staff was friendly and helpful in providing directions to the facilities that we were visiting at the university. The rooms were clean and quite. If we visit the Tuscaloosa area again, we will certainly consider staying ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Less Than 1 mile to Bryant Denny, Coleman Coliseum, & Sewell-Thomas
Great communication with the hosts. It’s a clean, nice place, close to school and comfy beds!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Sweet Home Bama Hideaway–Walk to UA & Bryant-Denny
The is a fantastic home! Great location, very clean, great host and everything we needed was provided. Perfect spot for a game weekend! We would absolutely stay here again—- highly recommend it!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Luxury Condo, located within walking distance of Bryant-Denny Stadium
we just visited the pool area as it was winter. nice design and well kept.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Goal Line Stand - Walk to the Stadium, Campus, Downtown and more!
Fantastic location, roomy and clean property and the owner was communicative and helpful. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Sweet Home on 13th - Book for football season and more!
The house was well appointed
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Area
The Strip
When in The Strip, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Murphy African American Museum and Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Pinehurst
Pinehurst might not have many top sights, but Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes 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.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Murphy African American Museum and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
