East Central Tuscaloosa
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Visit East Central Tuscaloosa
Popular places to visit
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.
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 game 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.
Alabama Museum of Natural History
Examine prehistoric fossils, local wildlife specimens and archaeological artifacts in this fascinating museum, which is devoted to the natural world.
Top hotels in East Central Tuscaloosa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa-University by IHG
Breakfast options were fine. Great parking.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University
Was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Bel-Aire Motel Tuscaloosa
Hotel Capstone
Room was ok. A bit noisy (air handler), floor was under construction (no hot water), front desk staff meh.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Great room and really good breakfast
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Best Western University Inn
Outside of hotel is nothing special, but room was nice enough and not too far from campus. It’s also nice to have a complementary breakfast, they don’t have everything you might want or expect from a higher end chain (I didn’t see yogurt or fruit), but it’s nice to have something available, including ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Central Tuscaloosa
Hillsdale
Though Hillsdale might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.
Forest Lake
While Forest Lake isn't home to many top sights, Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
South West Tuscaloosa
While there might not be top attractions in South West Tuscaloosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Woodland Hills
While Woodland Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.
North of the River
While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course.
