Avondale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An industrial complex with rusted metal structures, including large pipes and a water tower labeled "SLOSS".
A large industrial water tower with the letters "OSS" on it, surrounded by metal structures and a blue sky with clouds.
A rocky shoreline with a pier extending into calm water.
A large industrial structure with the word "SLOSS" on a rusted metal surface.
A large, old-fashioned control panel with multiple gauges and dials, set against a brick wall.

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Sloss Furnaces

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Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
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Activities

Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking

Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking

NZ$122
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten

Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten

NZ$44
per adult
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
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Our guide on where to stay in Avondale

Find the best Avondale areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A statue of a figure holding a torch, overlooking a cityscape at night with illuminated buildings and a river.

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.

A statue of a man holding a kite, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

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 Alabama Theater.

A large rock with the inscription "Birmingham Botanical Gardens" surrounded by yellow tulips.
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Mountain Brook

Mountain Brook is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.

A city skyline at dusk with buildings reflected in a calm river.

Vestavia Hills

Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.

A statue of a man with outstretched arms on a building.

Five Points South

Unique features of Five Points South include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Vulcan Statue or Vulcan Park and Museum while you're exploring the area.

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