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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks
Top hotels in North of the River
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
"Properly grounds and staff were beautiful. The only issue was the hot water it took a long time to get hot and it didn’t get very hot. The towels and bed linen were soft and comfortable for showering and sleeping. I was in a suite and I would stay again in that exact same room,"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Capstone
"Great place with great staff. Stayed on the weekend of Alabama's Super Regional Series. We loved the staff, amenities, and the closeness of the baseball stadium."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
"The hotel was clean and the staff pleasant. The breakfast was actually really good with a lot of selection. The room cleaning service was odd. They replenished towels and soap, but that was it. They never made up the beds or cleaned the room at all, didn’t empty the trash cans or anything. I’ve never ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
"I enjoyed the rooftop bar"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
"All around great property"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
"Great price and very clean with a perfect location!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
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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, Murphy African American Museum and R&R Cigars 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.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Murphy African American Museum and Bryant-Denny Stadium.
