South West Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa
Visit South West Tuscaloosa
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 South West Tuscaloosa
Best Western University Inn
Very clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Tuscaloosa Southeast
It only had smoke patties, cheese eggs, 2 type of cereal, no Cheerios something every one eats biscuits and coffee and juice
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University
We like staying at this hotel.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Wingate By Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Very clean, quiet. Hardwood floor in room is a plus, no nasty carpet.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
The room needed a little more attention, but the staff was friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Americas Best Value Inn Tuscaloosa
Clean room and nice staff
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South West Tuscaloosa
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.
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.
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.
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.
Skyland Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Skyland Park and surrounding area, you can visit Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.
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.
