University Area

Tuscaloosa

Photo by Jason Mann
Photo by Jason Mann

Popular places to visit

Tuscaloosa featuring flowers, a castle and heritage architecture

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.

University of Alabama
Bryant-Denny Stadium

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.

Bryant-Denny Stadium
Tuscaloosa which includes a park and a river or creek

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 River Walk
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater

Tuscaloosa Amphitheater

Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.

Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Tuscaloosa which includes a memorial and aircraft

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.

Veterans Memorial Park
Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion

Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion

Visit this historic Tuscaloosa house to admire its Italianate architecture and learn about the life of a well-known businessman and politician.

Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion

Top hotels in University Area

Hotel Capstone

Hotel Capstone

3 out of 5
320 Paul W Bryant Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL
The price is P6,871 per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
P6,871
per night
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,031 reviews)
"Hotel is very convenient to the University"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Hotel Capstone
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

3 out of 5
3920 McFarland Blvd. E, Tuscaloosa, AL
The price is P4,554 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
P4,554
per night
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,231 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly. Couldn’t have asked for any better customer service. The room was very clean and the air was already on so we didn’t have to walk into a warm room. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
111 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL
The price is P5,762 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P5,762
per night
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"The property is next to the Riverwalk. We watched the boats on the river from our room. Restaurants are walkable. Rooms and lobby were beautiful"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

2 out of 5
230 Skyland Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL
The price is P3,806 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
P3,806
per night
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Came home to a wedding and to see our grandchildren cheer and play football, anytime we're in the city to visit we will be using Ambassador Hotel"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa

2.5 out of 5
631 Skyland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,768 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P3,768
per night
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (864 reviews)
"Nice clean and quiet"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University

2.5 out of 5
4810 Skyland Blvd E., Tuscaloosa, AL
The price is P3,701 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
P3,701
per night
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (846 reviews)
"This hotel was great for quick trip + very reasonably priced! It was a little run down, but we weren't planning on spending much time in the hotel anyways so it was perfect for just sleeping/showering."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University
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Other neighbourhoods around University Area

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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.

The Strip
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Druid City

Druid City might not have many top sights, but Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Druid City
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Pinehurst

When in Pinehurst, you can plan a visit to Gorgas House and Bryant-Denny Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pinehurst
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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.

Forest Lake
Tuscaloosa which includes heritage architecture, flowers and a house

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
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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.

South East Tuscaloosa

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