East Central Tuscaloosa Travel Guide
Tuscaloosa
Visit East Central Tuscaloosa
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion
Visit this historic Tuscaloosa house to admire its Italianate architecture and learn about the life of a well-known businessman and politician.
Top hotels in East Central Tuscaloosa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Bel-Aire Motel Tuscaloosa
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Tuscaloosa University an IHG Hotel
Hotel Capstone
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Central Tuscaloosa
Hillsdale
Hillsdale might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum 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.
North of the River
While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course.
