Downtown Birmingham Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Birmingham Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Birmingham Museum of Art in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Regions Field
Catch an event at Regions Field during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Railroad Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Railroad Park, a lovely green space in Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Smartphone Audio App Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Birmingham
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
There was no gym- it is under renovation.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB
Was extremely close to restaurants and VA Medical Center
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Excellent property. Only need food option
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
The room was clean; the staff was very accommodating and courteous. We don't have a pet, and our meetings all were at other locations so we can't comment on the pet- or business-friendly questions.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Walking distance to the BJCC. Valet parking made convenient. Clean room, pleasant staff
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
We stayed for the weekend and mostly had a great experience. We took the Don not disturb sign down when we left in the morning, and our room was not cleaned and we had to get fresh towels ourselves in the evening. The front desk staff on the weekend seemed stressed. Everyone was very nice ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Birmingham
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.
Five Points South
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.
Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
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 Alabama Ballet.
