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.
Birmingham Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Birmingham Museum of Art in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
UAB Hospital
If UAB Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham.
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Walk around the campus at University of Alabama at Birmingham during your visit to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your stay in Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
The Birmingham Ghost Walk - Hotels Churches and Riots Tour
Top hotels in Central City
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
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Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
"One elevator was out of order and the other's inspection certification expired 11 months ago (June 2025). I emailed the state inspector as this is incredibly unsafe."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
"Everything was good. Will stay again!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
"Rooms were clean & staff was helpful"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in Central City
Homewood
Travellers come to Homewood for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Birmingham Zoo and Pete Hanna Center while you're in town.
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.
Vestavia Hills
Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.
Mountain Brook
Mountain Brook is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.
Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Vulcan Statue or Regions Field while you're exploring the area.
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