Downtown Travel Guide
Tuscaloosa
Popular places to visit
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.
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.
Murphy African American Museum
Visit this heritage museum to learn about the lifestyle of African Americans in Tuscaloosa during the early 20th century.
Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion
Visit this historic Tuscaloosa house to admire its Italianate architecture and learn about the life of a well-known businessman and politician.
Battle–Friedman House
Visit this historic house to see displays of period furniture and elaborate architectural designs that provide a peek into 19th-century life in Tuscaloosa.
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.
Things to do
Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama
Top hotels in Downtown
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
The breakfast was great, the rooms was clean. The staff was very nice and pleasant 😊
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown
Fantastic hotel. We loved the suite style room with a separate bedroom and pull out couch in the living room. The attached Side-by-Side restaurant was great as well the daily happy hour setup and breakfast. We'd definitely pick this hotel again.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Check in was quick and easy. Staff very friendly. Room was clean and ready.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown University Blvd
Everything was as promoted.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Downtown
Clean spacious room, good breakfast
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
AC Hotel by Marriott Tuscaloosa Downtown
Room was very nice
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
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.
Pinehurst
Pinehurst might not have many top sights, but Gorgas House and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Strip
When in The Strip, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Gorgas House, 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.
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 Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion.
North of the River
While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course.
