Avondale
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
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.
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.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass
Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Smartphone Audio App Tour
Alabama: Birmingham Area Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Pillars of Birmingham
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Top hotels in Avondale
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Things fit our accommodations very well
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
This property was good— for a La Quinta. But for it to be rated by others as “9 Stars— Wonderful!” is a disservice. I expected/hoped to be surprised by a uniquely great experience, but wasn’t.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Horrible checkin process….some problem with housekeeping, but no one was able to be checked in at 4…..huge pile up of ppl trying to get to a concert…..very frustrating plus no manager to assist…..
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
Rooms are big with a bedroom separate from the sitting living room which is really nice. Breakfast with the omelette station included is wonderful. There is a ruth chris in the hotel which we love to eat at. I think the convenience store should have more selections. Front desk staff was so nice. ...
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Really enjoy having a pool to relax in after being out all day.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
Front desk staff was quick and friendly. Plenty if parking Room was clean but the atmosphere was weird. It's hard to explain. It was very muggy, warm and humid even after we turned the air up! Breakfast wasn't good. Juice machine broken with no replacement option. 3 hot options: waffles (you make ...
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Avondale
Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.
Forest Park
While visiting Forest Park, you might make a stop by sights like Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course.
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.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Highland Park
While Highland Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Highland Park Golf Course and Sloss Furnaces.
