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.
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.
Alabama Museum of Natural History
Examine prehistoric fossils, local wildlife specimens and archaeological artifacts in this fascinating museum, which is devoted to the natural world.
Things to do
Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama
Top hotels in North of the River
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
The garbage was overflowing outside and inside the bldg for both days I was there. I was in room #1 shower stall had hair all over and on the floor - I was relocated to another room - same thing -I was told by front desk that I had to show both room to the housekeeping supervisor . Supervisor didn't ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Capstone
There was no breakfast Just coffee - weren’t willing to get a tea bag. No tea Bags in room either - room temp was freezing when checked in - freeezing!!!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
The king room and bathroom were very spacious and clean. The breakfast had many choices including my favorite, biscuts and country gravy. Convenient location.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Best Western University Inn
Don’t stay here with spouse or kids. If you’re looking for a cheap option for travel by yourself, it will suffice, but it was sketchy the first night we checked in. There were drunk, shirtless people everywhere and definitely participating in drug use. We were scared to walk from our car to the room ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
It’s a wonderful place to stay but there is no airport shuttle as advertised on this site and also no vegan options as mentioned at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
The breakfast was good, similar properties offer “watery” eggs, the eggs at this hotel tasted fresh. The patty sausage wasn’t my favorite, but overall breakfast was better than most
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around North of the River
Pinehurst
Pinehurst might not have many top sights, but Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes 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 Denny Chimes, 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.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bryant-Denny Stadium and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk are top sights worth seeing.
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.
