Title: Five Points South Travel Guide: Best of Five Points South, Birmingham Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Five Points South](https://expedia.co.uk/Five-Points-South-Birmingham-Hotels.0-n553248633938969597-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Birmingham](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Birmingham.d602981.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Birmingham](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Birmingham.d602981.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Five Points South Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Five-Points-South.d553248633938969597.Car-Hire-Guide)[Five Points South Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Five-Points-South.d553248633938969597.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Five Points South Travel Guide ## Birmingham ![Birmingham, Alabama, USA downtown city skyline.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969597/1387fceb-3925-4a15-a766-bf7cb69db00f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Birmingham, Alabama, USA downtown city skyline.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969597/1387fceb-3925-4a15-a766-bf7cb69db00f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A view of downtown Birmingham with a Norfolk Southern locomotive passing by from Railroad Park. Railroad Park is a 19-acre park in Birmingham, Alabama, that opened in the fall of 2010. The park lies immediately south of the Norfolk Southern and CSX rail lines through downtown Birmingham. It stretches from 14th Street to 18th Street along First Avenue South. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/551e7d3c-0f59-42c1-926f-36b3a9abaf16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Welcome to Birmingham, AL from Regions Field](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/f313cbf4-323b-4955-901f-987d17a405c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset look at Downtown Birmingham, AL #bvscities](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/f03ebe08-6609-4589-ae80-9924d46ce2aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Five Points South Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Birmingham travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham.dx602981) --- ### Popular places to visit ![University of Alabama at Birmingham campus, Birmingham, Alabama, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070551/76531d6c-6743-494d-86d9-5922268b92e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Alabama-Birmingham-Birmingham.d6070551.Attraction) ![Regions Field - A Minor league baseball park in the Southside community of Birmingham. Regions bank is the only Fortune 500 company based in Birmingham. BTW... Across the street is the Good People Brewery... another must do when in the HAM ! #birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/1e8666d6-b336-4526-8b70-83970f31b62e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Regions Field Catch an event at Regions Field during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Regions-Field-Birmingham.d553248621565294619.Attraction) ![Vulcan Statue which includes a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070581/57462de4-05f0-452a-b6a2-5aa91f664536.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vulcan Statue Towering over the city, this large statue depicting blacksmiths and the Roman god of fire is a fitting reminder of Birmingham’s industrial heritage. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vulcan-Statue-Five-Points-South.d6070581.Attraction) ![The Vulcan statue is the largest cast iron statue in the world, and is the city symbol of Birmingham, Alabama, reflecting its roots in the iron and steel industry. The 56-foot tall statue depicts the Roman god Vulcan, god of the fire and forge. It was created as Birmingham's entry for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/666140f6-0532-4652-946b-51c13fa00ce9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vulcan Park and Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Vulcan Park and Museum in Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vulcan-Park-And-Museum-Five-Points-South.d553248621532653710.Attraction) ![A view of downtown Birmingham with a Norfolk Southern locomotive passing by from Railroad Park. Railroad Park is a 19-acre park in Birmingham, Alabama, that opened in the fall of 2010. The park lies immediately south of the Norfolk Southern and CSX rail lines through downtown Birmingham. It stretches from 14th Street to 18th Street along First Avenue South. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/551e7d3c-0f59-42c1-926f-36b3a9abaf16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Railroad Park Enjoy the mountain views and explore Railroad Park, a lovely green space in Birmingham. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Railroad-Park-Downtown-Birmingham.d553248621532653712.Attraction) ![Damn Fine Peeps and Suds at the Good People Brewery and Taproom!! Enjoy drinking your beer at tables right out on this working brewery floor. I would highly recommend a stop for one of their tours that they offer on Saturdays from 2pm to 4pm on the hour. Signing up online is the best way to go to reserve a slot. Each tour is limited to 15 peeps so... nice and intimate. $10 gets you a collectible glass and a pint or four 4-oz samples.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/7adfc1c5-4443-499c-aacc-f6303b38dc42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Good People Brewing Company You can take time to visit Good People Brewing Company during your travels to Birmingham. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Good-People-Brewing-Company-Birmingham.d553248621565294621.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Uncover the Paranormal on a Birmingham Ghost Tour.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47135624/c38c7227-e145-43e7-a005-0372483e75c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/banshees-of-birmingham-ghost-tour-the-furnace-of-the-forgotten.a47135624.activity-details) ![Arlington Antebellum House](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1191762/c5dbc1e7-7bf0-4155-b546-2e9464cdbb17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights £74 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/experience-birmingham-the-historic-highlights.a1191762.activity-details) [See all activities in Birmingham](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Birmingham.d602981.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Five Points South ![Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5824/3b524087_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB 808 20th Street S Birmingham AL £143 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Great service!!! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=5824&PinnedHotelID=5824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969597) ![Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2784600/2784509/c73750fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB 821 20th Street S Birmingham AL £108 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Room was very clean and staff was very nice Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=2784509&PinnedHotelID=2784509&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969597) ![Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15230000/15228700/15228638/90ffec8b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB 1016 20th Street Birmingham AL £104 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Nice rooms and clean. Nice staff Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=15228638&PinnedHotelID=15228638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969597) ![Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19480100/19480091/0f7ec317_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown 250 18th Street South Birmingham AL £108 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (952 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=19480091&PinnedHotelID=19480091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969597) ![Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1220000/1217400/1217359/61c076e1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB 1820 5th Avenue South Birmingham AL £149 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour health club and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (820 reviews) Staff was great. Bathroom was dirty had hair in places. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=1217359&PinnedHotelID=1217359&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969597) ![The Painted Lady](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100410000/100404000/100403955/5693ca7d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Painted Lady 2143 2nd Ave S Birmingham AL Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Heaviest Corner on Earth and McWane Science ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews) One of the best hotel stays I’ve had, and by far the best in Birmingham. Fair prices, great amenities, and the staff is some of the friendliest I have ever interacted with. Room was clean and absolutely adorable, I will be staying here every time I stay in Birmingham from now on. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=100403955&PinnedHotelID=100403955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969597) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=100403955&PinnedHotelID=100403955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633938969597) [See all 1,368 properties in Five Points South](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248633938969597) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Five Points South hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969597&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969597&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969597&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969597&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969597&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633938969597&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Five Points South ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Highland-Park.dx870934617270620160) ![Aerial View of Vulcan Statue overlooking downtown Birmingham, AL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057770/b90c786c-9fc8-44d0-aa28-4cfa534703d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Downtown-Birmingham.dx6057770) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southside While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Southside.dx870936612645720064) ![Truly the best view of the city is from Crest Road. FYI, This is NOT a spot that locals ... or local Law Enforcement want a bunch of tourists visiting. The small one way street only runs about 1000 feet and no stopping is allowed. The street is closed with a keypad locked gate after 7 p.m. I parked down the street and walked up just before 7 p.m. for this shot. Please be aware that in this part of town there is a lot of affluence and Local Law Enforcement is VERY serious about protecting its community... If you look out of place they will find a reason... dig?](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/00395f6e-0589-4824-a8d8-d39fbe9ebb30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Redmont Park If you're spending some time in Redmont Park, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Redmont-Park.dx553248635976468919) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Red Mountain If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Avondale Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Red-Mountain.dx980390798312865792) ![This sculpture in Kelly Ingram Park in Birmingham, Alabama depicts a vicious dog attack during the civil rights protests in 1963. This sculpture is very effective. I got chills walking through and imagining what it just have been like. #civilrights #historymatters ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/57e0b5ec-4269-4e67-81a8-3efaa611f4f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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