University Area
Tuscaloosa
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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.
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.
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.
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.
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.
Top hotels in University Area
Hotel Capstone
Staff was professional & kind; room was spacious & clean; would definitely recommend & stay here again. Location fantastic in regards to university
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
The room was spacious, comfortable, and very clean.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Greystone Inn and Suites
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
I rented a suite for the weekend. It is very spacious and clean. I personally prefer the city view facing the fluorescent lit park & bridge. There is a wall that is floor to ceiling windows & it is a extremely nice view. The bed was comfortable & bedding for the pull out sofa is conveniently in the ...
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
This hotel is in a great location, close to campus, easily accessible. The rooms are a good size, clean, well maintained. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Amenities are great, too. There is a guest laundry on site, decent breakfast available in the morning, free parking. There even is a pool ...
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown
Great
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Area
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 Denny Chimes.
Druid City
Druid City might not have many top sights, but Murphy African American Museum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pinehurst
When in Pinehurst, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Murphy African American Museum and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater 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.
