North of the River Travel Guide
Tuscaloosa
Visit North of the River
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.
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.
Denny Chimes
You can find out about the history of Tuscaloosa when you stop by Denny Chimes. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Things to do
Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks
Top hotels in North of the River
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
"First room had a broken a/c, we were moved to a second room amd that had a burnt out light in the bathroom"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Hotel Capstone
"The staff is extremely nice!! The room cleanliness was flawless!! Only thing I'd say that could improve are things that'll change with upcoming renovations...paint touch ups, roll-away bed was older than expected. Room was cleaned after first night, which is rare in this day and age. I'd stay again ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
"The pool was closed. The gym only opened until 6pm."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
"Went for concert everything excellent !! Will be back"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
"Super clean. Great staff"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
"Good value, quiet, nice staff"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in North of the River
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk 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.
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.
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.
