Alton
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Alabama at Birmingham as part of your travels around Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
UAB Hospital
Though UAB Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham while you are here.
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Birmingham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your travels in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Things to do
Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Top hotels in Alton
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
"Bathtub drain did not work so water backed up in tub when showering. They mistakenly left an ozone machine in my room. It ran all night making noise, interferred with my sleep. Did not get much rest here. But price was good, can not complain about it."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"Great staff, place was a little bit rundown, bathroom door wouldn’t open without rubbing the floor and the walls were paper thin, I could hear phone conversations from all the rooms around me, looked way better in pictures"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Nice room and breakfast! Ample safe parking! Nice location!"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
"This was a last minute booking for me, overall not a bad area. Not a lot of food options."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
"Wonderful location and such a nice unit! We were impressed with the comfort, cleanliness, and breakfast was awesome! Stay here! We'll be back!"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
"First impression with Front Desk staff - NOT GOOD. I was ignored until she finished texting. No apology or acknowledge, she just made me wait. My room was clean but the floor needed sweeping. However, the ladies who cleaned my room were GREAT. As a NON-smoker, the smell of smoke in the halls and ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alton
Irondale
Visitors to Irondale enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Train Watching Platform is worth a stop.
Woodlawn
While Woodlawn might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Avondale Brewing Company and Sloss Furnaces.
East Birmingham
When in East Birmingham, you can plan a visit to Avondale Brewing Company and Sloss Furnaces, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Forest Park
While visiting Forest Park, you might make a stop by sights like Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course.
Avondale
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Avondale. You might want to make time for a stop at Avondale Brewing Company or Sloss Furnaces.
