Forest Lake
Tuscaloosa
Visit Forest Lake
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 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.
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.
Capitol Park
Visit the ruins of the old Alabama State Capitol and enjoy picnics at this popular downtown Tuscaloosa park, then drink in some local history at a 19th-century tavern.
Top hotels in Forest Lake
Inviting House 2 Mi to University of Alabama!
The thermostat did not allow us to drop temp lower than 74 degrees. We finally had the owner unlock the thermostat so we could drop it lower. We were unable to take a hot shower since tho hot water in the shower was broken. They did not have other basic essentials that most other places we stayed ...
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025
Hotel Capstone
Just the nicest bartender and server for dinner last night. Wish I gotten their names. Great location. Clean. Comfortable beds. Great experience!
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Good location, quick check in, room 216 by the elevator was a convenient, and quite.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Greystone Inn and Suites
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms are non smoking 🚭, but you can tell at some point they weren't, based on the odor, and burn marks on the counter. The room was clean however. The area is secluded and appears most guests work at nearby plants.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Another wonderful weekend spent at Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa. This is our 2nd year staying when we attend my husbands company Christmas party. The staff is always kind, welcoming and answers our questions. The accommodations are centrally located, convenient, COMFORTABLE. We’ll see you all again next ...
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown
Room was spotless, pleasant staff
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Forest Lake
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
South East Tuscaloosa
While South East Tuscaloosa 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 Bryant-Denny Stadium.
The Strip
Though The Strip might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bryant-Denny Stadium and Gorgas House.
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Tamaha and Black Warrior River.
Druid City
Druid City might not have many top sights, but Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Murphy African American Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pinehurst
When in Pinehurst, you can plan a visit to Gorgas House and Bryant-Denny Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
