Civil Rights Historic District Travel Guide
Birmingham
Visit Civil Rights Historic District
Popular places to visit
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.
Birmingham Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Birmingham Museum of Art in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Kelly Ingram Park
After visiting Kelly Ingram Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
You can learn about the history of Birmingham with a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Smartphone Audio App Tour
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Top hotels in Civil Rights Historic District
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
"This is a one star review due to a few specific items. I will say the staff was pleasant. The valet for the cars was honestly excellent. The hotel for the most part is in pretty good shape as a historic property with a few caveats. For example, the elevators are deplorable. Their system seem to require ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
"Enjoyed my stay ! Everything was great"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
"They are doing a lot of construction around hotel right now, so if you're sensitive to sounds starting at 5am then I suggest stay elsewhere until they finish."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
"Clean room and great air conditioning"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"There is really nothing wrong with the room. it’s pretty good. The air-conditioning is not nice. It makes the room muggy. And the fan blows too hard. While the room is clean. The field is not really nice. But it’s worth the money. The breakfast section is not good and one of the girls on the front ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Room was clean, staff was very helpful and breakfast was good with plenty of choices"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Civil Rights Historic District
Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham 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 McWane Science Center or Regions Field.
Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
Lakeview District
While visiting Lakeview District, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Alabama Ballet.
Five Points South
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.
