Downtown Birmingham Travel Guide

Birmingham

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Popular places to visit

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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.

Alabama Theater
McWane Science Center

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.

McWane Science Center
Regions Field

Regions Field

Catch an event at Regions Field during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this romantic area.

Regions Field
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
16th Street Baptist Church

16th Street Baptist Church

You can learn about the history of Birmingham when you stop by 16th Street Baptist Church. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

16th Street Baptist Church
Good People Brewing Company

Good People Brewing Company

You can take time to visit Good People Brewing Company during your travels to Birmingham. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.

Good People Brewing Company

Things to do

Arlington Antebellum House

Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights

฿3,244
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour

Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking

฿2,271
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
Uncover the Paranormal on a Birmingham Ghost Tour.

Birmingham Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour

฿811
per adult
Birmingham Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Birmingham

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

3 out of 5
821 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL
The price is ฿4,506 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
฿4,506
฿5,392 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Parking was scare, but everything else was great."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

3 out of 5
1016 20th Street, Birmingham, AL
The price is ฿4,106 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿4,106
฿4,922 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
Visit to Birmingham from Nashville
"We loved the hotel and pool! Location was great and staff was very friendly and helpful! Room was huge and clean! Everything was awesome! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2101 Fifth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
The price is ฿4,124 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,124
฿4,943 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Liked historical facilities."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

2.5 out of 5
2021 Park Place, Birmingham, AL
The price is ฿3,787 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,787
฿4,546 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"I booked a double queen room for 3 teenagers and myself. When I got there to check in, they had no double queens left. Only a king with a pullout. Frustrating to say the least….nice property tho and lots of breakfast options."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3.5 out of 5
2027 1ST Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
The price is ฿3,994 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,994
฿4,790 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (941 reviews)
"This stay was amazing. The check in process was quick and easy, our room was clean and ready for us. My husband and I felt welcomed here! Will definitely stay here again whenever we visit Birmingham in the future!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Birmingham

Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Birmingham

3 out of 5
250 18th Street South, Birmingham, AL
The price is ฿3,693 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,693
฿4,436 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (796 reviews)
"Carpet on 3 floor needs to be cleaned … food on floor by elevators"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Birmingham
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Birmingham

Birmingham featuring a statue or sculpture and interior views

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 Alabama Theater or McWane Science Center.

Civil Rights Historic District
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Fountain Heights

If you're spending some time in Fountain Heights, Alabama Theater and McWane Science Center are top sights worth seeing.

Fountain Heights
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Southside

While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.

Southside
Vulcan Statue featuring a city

Five Points South

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Five Points South
Birmingham featuring a statue or sculpture and interior views

Central City

While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.

Central City
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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 Sloss Furnaces.

Highland Park

Downtown Birmingham Travel Guide