Central City Travel Guide
Birmingham
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Things to do
Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Smartphone Audio App Tour
The Sacred Ground of 1963: Birmingham’s Civil Rights Struggle
Alabama: Birmingham Area Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Pillars of Birmingham
Top hotels in Central City
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
I only had an overnight stay, but I was very pleased. The staff was friendly and the breakfast was delicious. I’ll definitely be back.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
We had a wonderful stay. Beautiful hotel. Awesome rooftop bar with spectacular views. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Great staff!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Our thermometer went out during the night and was locked so we sweated and sleep was uncomfortable- room was great but that part not so good
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
Great location
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
The staff is excellent!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
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 Coca-Cola Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.
Avondale
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Avondale. You might want to make time for a stop at Avondale Brewing Company or Sloss Furnaces.
