Forest Park Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
UAB Hospital
If UAB Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham.
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
Birmingham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your holiday in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.
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.
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.
Things to do
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Top hotels in Forest Park
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
"You get what you pay for. It wasn’t the worst place we’ve stayed, but it definitely wasn’t the best either. The beds were very hard and uncomfortable, which made it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. The property could also use some TLC and updates in a few areas. Our AC unit was inconsistent ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"This Days Inn is no frills but excellent all the way around. We’ve stayed here for the last 2 SEC baseball tournaments and it’s been great as it’s less than 4 miles to the ballpark. The rates are really good and competitive; the rooms are clean and well-maintained, serviced daily; the free breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Location near enough to major highways but far enough to enjoy a measure of quietness around the pool. Surrounded by trees at the entrance to an attractive upscale office park built to blend in with the natural landscape. Property was well maintained and staff was helpful. Credit goes to the cleaning ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
"The room was clean and well maintained."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
"Please be advised this hotel DOES NOT have any extra blankets. And we had trouble with the in-room A/C unit. It wanted to run all night..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
"I enjoyed my stay overall. Breakfast buffet was good..loved fresh omelets. The room did not have a refrigerator and front desk associate barely looked up from her phone to state there were no extra ones to bring. The pool area was full of kids which was fine, but no one else could enjoy the pool ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Forest Park
Red Mountain
If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Avondale Brewing Company and Birmingham Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Lakeview District
While visiting Lakeview District, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Alabama Ballet.
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.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
Redmont Park
If you're spending some time in Redmont Park, Birmingham Zoo and Birmingham Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
