Downtown Birmingham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
McWane Science Center
You can study the exhibits at McWane Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
You can study the exhibits at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Regions Field
Catch an event at Regions Field during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this romantic area.
16th Street Baptist Church
After visiting 16th Street Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Good People Brewing Company
You can take time to visit Good People Brewing Company during your travels to Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.
Activities
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Our pick of the best Downtown Birmingham Hotel Deals
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Staff was wonderful, rooms were very clean, really enjoyed my stay!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
The room was very clean. Needed to have different type of pillows, having thin or thik options. Breakfast plates, cups, etc. Need to be less pollutant. Using paper plates, glasses instead of foam material. Possibly washable metal silverware.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
We had a wonderful stay. Beautiful hotel. Awesome rooftop bar with spectacular views. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Great staff!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB
We were met with smiling faces and authentic kindness every time we entered the lobby. The staff was always helpful and the hotel immaculate. The breakfast was great, with a myriad of options to fit any dietary restrictions. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the temperature in the room consistent. ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
The staff was very good and went out of their way to help us. The lobby and room were clean; the bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Birmingham
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.
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.
Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Highland Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland Park and surrounding area, you can visit Highland Park Golf Course and Sloss Furnaces.
