South East Tuscaloosa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South East Tuscaloosa
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama
Stroll along tree-lined pathways and visit historic buildings, museums, galleries and sports arenas while experiencing life at one of Alabama’s oldest universities.
Bryant-Denny Stadium
Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Tuscaloosa River Walk
Take a stroll along the banks of the Black Warrior River where you’ll find picnic areas, a farmers’ market, museums and concert venues.
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.
Veterans Memorial Park
Examine the machinery of war, then take a quiet walk around the engraved walls which bear the names of thousands of fallen servicemen and women.
Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion
Visit this historic Tuscaloosa house to admire its Italianate architecture and learn about the life of a well-known businessman and politician.
Our pick of the best South East Tuscaloosa Hotel Deals
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
We only stayed for a night as we were traveling through a few states but the stay was perfect. Room was clean and the staff were friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Very clean and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG
Overall, this was a decent stay. I can see how the floors might be an issue for some people—they’re made of inexpensive aluminum panels—but the room I stayed in was fairly clean. The AC and heat are definitely dated, but they did work as expected. The staff was outstanding (10/10) and the breakfast ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Courtyard Tuscaloosa by Marriott
Always stay here for the balcony, was cold this trip. Everything else is always good but didn't get a chance to partake of anything due to hurried timing.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Clean and comfortable room. Easy check-in. Traveling with a dog so no rug in the room is ideal. Nice TV too.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area
Everything is wonderful. However, I was charged some additional fees such as a pet fee in which I did not have a pet during my stay. Supposedly, I was going to get my money back and I haven’t gotten it yet. Other than that, great stay.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around South East Tuscaloosa
Forest Lake
When in Forest Lake, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Skyland Park
When in Skyland Park, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Murphy African American Museum.
West Tuscaloosa
While West Tuscaloosa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Murphy African American Museum and Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion.
The Strip
When in The Strip, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Gorgas House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
