University Area Travel Guide

Tuscaloosa

A large building with a sign reading "Mary Hewell Alston Hall" at the entrance.
A large white building with columns, a central staircase, and a well-maintained garden.
Bryant-Denny Stadium with its distinctive architecture and the name "BRYANT-DENNY STADIUM" prominently displayed.
A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.
A building with a sign that reads "OF ALABAMA" and a large window. There are street lamps and a bench in the foreground.

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A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission

University of Alabama

9.6/10 (1,989 reviews)
Stroll along tree-lined pathways and visit historic buildings, museums, galleries and sports arenas while experiencing life at one of Alabama’s oldest universities.
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Things to do

Visit the only remaining documented antebellum garden in Alabama and learn about the families who once lived in the home it surrounds.

Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks

Rp826.428
per adult
Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks
University of Alabama Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game

Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama

Rp89.305
per adult
Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama
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Top hotels in University Area

Hotel Capstone

Hotel Capstone

3 out of 5
320 Paul W Bryant Dr Tuscaloosa AL
The price is Rp2.084.353 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp2.084.353
Rp2.397.006 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,259 reviews)
"It's always a luxurious feelings staying at the Capstone. The experience will make you keep coming back every time you stay in Tuscaloosa."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hotel Capstone
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

3 out of 5
3920 McFarland Blvd. E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is Rp1.413.751 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp1.413.751
Rp1.625.902 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,430 reviews)
"Overall, we had a good two-night stay at La Quinta. The room was clean, comfortable, the bed was good, & most importantly for us, the room stayed nice & cool! The biggest downside was the noise. Our room was the last room near the stairs, & the first morning we were woken up around 4:00 AM by someone ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

2 out of 5
230 Skyland Blvd Tuscaloosa AL
The price is Rp1.025.544 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.025.544
Rp1.179.376 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,028 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful, and check in was quick. Room was clean and okay. We only stayed one night passing through on our way home. I would recommend."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Best Western University Inn

Best Western University Inn

2.5 out of 5
3801 Mcfarland Blvd E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is Rp1.415.520 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.415.520
Rp1.627.848 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"The pool was closed for “repairs” but it was full and there was tons of sand and algae growing in it. It was unsightly. The room was clean, ac worked great and breakfast was plentiful. Staff very friendly. Good location to shopping, highway and university. Entrance is obscured by an abandoned restaurant ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Best Western University Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

2.5 out of 5
631 Skyland Blvd E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is Rp1.178.420 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp1.178.420
Rp1.355.182 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,022 reviews)
"This place is better than any other place nearby. The breakfast excellent!! The staff are nice as long as you act right! The property was clean daily and the pool was in excellent condition. Reserve it NOW"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3924 McFarland Boulevard East Tuscaloosa AL
The price is Rp1.468.602 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp1.468.602
Rp1.688.892 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (587 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Friendly staff. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG
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Where to stay in University Area

Find the best University Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Ancient ruins with columns and an archway amidst a grassy area with trees in the background.

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.

A large, historic building with multiple arches and columns, a prominent tower, and a well-maintained lawn.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
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Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk are top sights worth seeing.

A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
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East Central Tuscaloosa

While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.

A river under a bridge surrounded by lush greenery.

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.

Ancient ruins with columns and an archway amidst a grassy area with trees in the background.

South West Tuscaloosa

When in South West Tuscaloosa, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

University Area Travel Guide