South East Tuscaloosa Travel Guide
Tuscaloosa
Visit South East Tuscaloosa
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.
Capitol Park
Visit the ruins of the old Alabama State Capitol and enjoy picnics at this popular downtown Tuscaloosa park, then drink in some local history at a 19th-century tavern.
Top hotels in South East Tuscaloosa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Very clean room
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
The rooms were excellent
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG
The price for this hotel was fantastic. We had stayed at this hotel in the past with a good experience. This stay did not disappoint. The staff is very friendly, and the room was very clean. If you are looking for a clean, comfortable hotel without all the frilly luxuries, this hotel is just what ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Clean, nice staff, quiet
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn Tuscaloosa by Marriott
I'd like to recommend your staff member Tammy. We had an issue with our rental car. She went above and beyond to help us out. Her kindness made are day. She was awesome!!!!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Courtyard Tuscaloosa by Marriott
Helpful staff
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South East Tuscaloosa
Forest Lake
When in Forest Lake, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Skyland Park
When in Skyland Park, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Murphy African American Museum.
West Tuscaloosa
While West Tuscaloosa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Murphy African American Museum and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.
The Strip
When in The Strip, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
