South West Tuscaloosa Travel Guide
Tuscaloosa
Visit South West 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama
Top hotels in South West Tuscaloosa
Best Western University Inn
Outside of hotel is nothing special, but room was nice enough and not too far from campus. It’s also nice to have a complementary breakfast, they don’t have everything you might want or expect from a higher end chain (I didn’t see yogurt or fruit), but it’s nice to have something available, including ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Tuscaloosa Southeast
Room was filthy had hair everywhere and dirty towels
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University
The area felt unsafe and the room was dirty.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Rodeway Inn Tuscaloosa near University
Property was pet friendly and entryway was welcoming with the exception of the strong air freshener smell. We stayed in a two bedroom which was nice. Pillows were a little flat for our liking but the bed was comfortable (not too soft and not too hard) The shower could have used a good cleaning. There ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Americas Best Value Inn Tuscaloosa
Parking was fine,and i didn't use the ac.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Wingate By Wyndham Tuscaloosa
This place is really nice 👌
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South West Tuscaloosa
Woodland Hills
Though Woodland Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.
Hillsdale
Hillsdale might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum 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.
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.
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.
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.
