Best hotels in Birmingham, Alabama
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
2021 Park Pl, Birmingham, AL 35203
This Downtown hotel is close to Birmingham's Convention Center, Museum of Art, and Civil Rights Institute. Modern facilities, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs complement the beautiful ballroom in this historic building.
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
821 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
The Five Points South location is perfect for the University of Alabama and attractions such as Vulcan Park and Museum and Railroad Park Foundation. This all-suite hotel has a relaxing residential feel throughout.
Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection
2655 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223
This boutique hotel offers a great range of amenities including an outdoor pool and spa. It’s also a 15-minute walk away from Birmingham Zoo and just 350 yards from Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Things to see and do in Birmingham
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
520 16th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute traces the journey and history of the civil rights advocates of the 1950s and 60s. Check out the permanent galleries covering human rights and confrontation as well as special events.
Vulcan Park and Museum
1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
The Vulcan statue, which stands proudly guarding the city, is the largest cast iron statue in the world, standing 56 feet tall on a 124-foot pedestal. Vulcan is the Roman god of fire and Birmingham’s leaders thought the statue would best represent the area’s industrial heritage. Surrounding the statue is a scenic park featuring the two-mile Vulcan trail and a museum.
Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark
20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35222
Once the largest manufacturer of pig iron in the world, Sloss Furnaces is now a national monument to the Industrial Revolution. Visitors can go on a tour of the furnace, which is said to be haunted. In October, the museum hosts a Sloss Fright Furnace event to celebrate its spooky side.
Where to eat in Birmingham
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
4 Perimeter Park S, Birmingham, AL 35243
If a classic all-American steakhouse is what you’re after, look no further than Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille. It’s an award-winning favorite with a menu that features a smorgasbord of steaks, sides and appetizers – as well as some signatures such as Chateaubriand and Filet Perry.
Over Easy
358 Hollywood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35209
Over Easy serves breakfast classics using the finest Alabama ingredients. From McEwen and Sons organic grits to Conecuh sausage and HC Valentine brewed coffee, enjoy a local and organic flavor to start your day.
Dreamland BBQ
1427 14th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
There’s arguably nowhere better to enjoy hickory-smoked ribs while you’re in town. Southern sides, stews and sandwiches are also on the menu at this local chain that has been serving Alabamians for more than 60 years.