Irondale Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Leeds. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Train Watching Platform
You can learn about the history of Birmingham with a visit to Train Watching Platform. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Walk around the campus at University of Alabama at Birmingham during your visit to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Irondale
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG
The person that checked us in was very helpful, especially with all the problems we had having to switch room.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham East Irondale
From the moment I checked in, not only was the staff friendly upon check-in no matter what my needs were they were extremely attentive. From towels to morning “hello’s”. The hotel was extremely clean and there was always hot water or coffee available 24/7. I always appreciate that. And a variety ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport
The property and staff are great..
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
The staff is excellent!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Clean room, comfortable bed
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Room was so ready: clean and fresh, exceeding our expectations.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Irondale
Woodlawn
While there might not be top attractions in Woodlawn, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southern Museum of Flight and Avondale Brewing Company.
Mountain Brook
Mountain Brook is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.
Forest Park
If you're spending some time in Forest Park, Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Avondale
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Avondale. You might want to make time for a stop at Avondale Brewing Company or Sloss Furnaces.
Red Mountain
If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Avondale Brewing Company 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 Sloss Furnaces.
