Central City Travel Guide
Birmingham
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Popular places to visit
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
McWane Science Center
You can study the exhibits at McWane Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Birmingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Leeds. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Birmingham Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Birmingham Museum of Art in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Central City
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Easy and friendly checkin; great valet; nice lobby.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
Old tvs
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
The staff were friendly, helpful and thoughtful, the room was modern and immaculate and the location was ideal for us. It’s a short walk down the street to the convention center and we enjoyed visiting the nearby art museum.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
The room was delightfully classic and cozy! Loved the decor.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
Great location
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Best kept secret in Birmingham.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute or Alabama Theater.
Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to McWane Science Center or Regions Field.
Avondale
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Avondale. You might want to make time for a stop at Avondale Brewing Company or Sloss Furnaces.
Highland Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland Park and surrounding area, you can visit Highland Park Golf Course and Sloss Furnaces.
