West End Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Walk around the campus at University of Alabama at Birmingham during your visit to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
UAB Hospital
If UAB Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham.
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your stay in Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Birmingham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your holiday in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
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 West End
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
"Good updated rooms. Cold AC. Would definitely recommend."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"Had a bit of an insect problem in the tub. Couldn't shower because of the insects."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Breakfast was good"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
"Staff was very friendly. Room looked tired. Needed updating. Hot water in sink was almost warm at best. Very nice area."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
"Although the property was clean and well run, the first room we had, had a bed that squeeked terribly every time one of us moved. We got very little sleep. But what was worse is that the room had humidity and smelled of mold, eventhough the AC was on and the filters were clean. We complained the ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
"I enjoyed my stay overall. Breakfast buffet was good..loved fresh omelets. The room did not have a refrigerator and front desk associate barely looked up from her phone to state there were no extra ones to bring. The pool area was full of kids which was fine, but no one else could enjoy the pool ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Glen Iris
Glen Iris might not have many top sights, but Regions Field and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District 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 Birmingham Civil Rights Institute or Alabama Theater.
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.
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.
Homewood
Travellers come to Homewood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Birmingham Zoo and Red Mountain Park while you're in town.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
