Central City
Birmingham
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Birmingham Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Birmingham Museum of Art during your travels in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
McWane Science Center
You can study the exhibits at McWane Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Things to do
Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Top hotels in Central City
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Friendly staff! Great location
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
Clean room, staff was friendly and congratulated us on our wedding anniversary.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
The room was lovely, clean, and warm in a crazy cold snap. The staff were all lovely, welcoming, and helpful. Breakfast was yummy, fresh, and hot with lots of great options, even on a quieter weekday morning. I would definitely choose to stay here again.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
The room was beautifully appointed. The staff couldn’t have been nicer and more professional. I was there for an event and every time they saw me, they made me feel special. I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
Everything was clean and perfect. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They gave great recommendations for food around the area. The location is in a perfect spot.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was courteous, professional and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater while you're in town.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.
Druid Hills
If you're spending some time in Druid Hills, Protective Stadium and Coca-Cola Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
