South East Tuscaloosa Travel Guide

Tuscaloosa

Ancient ruins with columns and an archway amidst a grassy area with trees in the background.
An aerial view of a city with a mix of historic and modern buildings, a grid of streets, and a large parking area.

Things to do

Visit the only remaining documented antebellum garden in Alabama and learn about the families who once lived in the home it surrounds.

Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks

฿1,518
per adult
Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks
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Top hotels in South East Tuscaloosa

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

3 out of 5
3920 McFarland Blvd. E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿2,622 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿2,622
฿3,015 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

2 out of 5
230 Skyland Blvd Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿2,004 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿2,004
฿2,305 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University

Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University

2.5 out of 5
4122 McFarland Blvd East Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿1,667 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿1,667
฿1,917 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (83 reviews)
"Property is outdated and is not a hotel but a motel."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Tuscaloosa near University
Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa near University

Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa near University

2.5 out of 5
3916 E McFarland Blvd Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿2,532 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,532
฿2,912 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (864 reviews)
"Check in time was 2pm, I arrived at 1:53pm and they literally made me wait the 7 minutes until 2pm. Ffwd, the next day, check out time was 11am, housekeeping came knocking on my door at 10:17am, needless to say, I told her tht zi wouldn't be checking out until 11am on the dot! Yea, anyhow the room ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa near University
Motel 6 Tuscaloosa, AL – University

Motel 6 Tuscaloosa, AL – University

2.5 out of 5
3600 McFarland Blvd. E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿2,206 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿2,206
฿2,537 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Motel 6 Tuscaloosa, AL – University
Baymont by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

Baymont by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

2.5 out of 5
5021 Oscar Baxter Dr Tuscaloosa AL
The price is ฿2,000 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿2,000
฿2,300 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.6/10 (992 reviews)
"Super friendly staff, check in gifts for parents weekend , comfortable and clean room! Only 15min from UA campus."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
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Where to stay in South East Tuscaloosa

Find the best South East Tuscaloosa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large white building with columns, a central staircase, and a well-maintained garden.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission

University Area

If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

A large, historic building with multiple arches and columns, a prominent tower, and a well-maintained lawn.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk are top sights worth seeing.

A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission

East Central Tuscaloosa

While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.

A river under a bridge surrounded by lush greenery.

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.

Druid City

Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bryant-Denny Stadium and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.

South East Tuscaloosa Travel Guide