Title: Glen Iris Travel Guide: Best of Glen Iris, Birmingham Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Glen Iris](https://expedia.co.uk/Glen-Iris-Birmingham-Hotels.0-n553248635976472330-0.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)[Glen Iris Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Glen-Iris.d553248635976472330.Car-Hire-Guide)[Glen Iris Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Glen-Iris.d553248635976472330.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Glen Iris Travel Guide ## Birmingham ## Visit Glen Iris 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 4/5(1 review) 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) ![Barber Motorsports Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128544/8c6afa4a-2008-45e4-abd9-16a169475478.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Barber Motorsports Park Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Barber-Motorsports-Park-Birmingham.d6128544.Attraction) ![Woman jogging on street in city, Birmingham, Alabama, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070601/f61b3928-0889-4fe9-9065-829e45100daf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Summit 5/5(1 review) You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your stay in Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Summit-Birmingham.d6070601.Attraction) ![African Elephant in a zoo setting in Birmingham Alabama.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070587/d87ea65c-7a32-4c67-b803-4a21717f1a12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 acclaimed theatre scene and mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Zoo-Redmont-Park.d6070587.Attraction) ![Alabama Theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/7d2e42d2-173f-429c-9e2a-339f151ddc4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alabama Theater 5/5(1 review) Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a popular theatre in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alabama-Theater-Downtown-Birmingham.d6070573.Attraction) ![Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/a3a00aba-fbaa-4831-99b7-5a8842078c8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Leeds. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Barber-Vintage-Motorsports-Museum-Birmingham.d6070579.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47135624/4b93b014-b394-4b8e-bcc5-503aa586dcc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/banshees-of-birmingham-ghost-tour-the-furnace-of-the-forgotten.a47135624.activity-details) ![Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1191762/fb53a72f-78b3-418b-8778-cfb2810d4235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights £75 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 Glen Iris ![Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/35000/34957/bbf34ecd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham 1800 Riverchase Dr Birmingham AL £52 22 Apr - 23 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) It was fine. Just needed a bed for the night. Quiet area..took car of our request for a down and out. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F04%2F2026&endDate=23%2F04%2F2026&selected=34957&PinnedHotelID=34957&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472330) ![Red Roof Inn Birmingham South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1000/903/cbb3225f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Red Roof Inn Birmingham South 1466 Montgomery Highway Birmingham AL £56 13 Apr - 14 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews) Good for the price. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=903&PinnedHotelID=903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472330) ![Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14400/14343/419683b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel 1000 Riverchase Galleria Birmingham AL £125 8 Apr - 9 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,446 reviews) Clean Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=14343&PinnedHotelID=14343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472330) ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59200/59197/328e38d0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover 120 Riverchase Pkwy E Birmingham AL £81 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,286 reviews) The elevator was really in bad shape. Breakfast was fine Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=59197&PinnedHotelID=59197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472330) ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42000/41916/c8f54dce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood 60 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL £67 20 Apr - 21 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8/10 Very Good! (749 reviews) Spacious, but the doors showed damage. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=41916&PinnedHotelID=41916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472330) ![Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19000/18940/w3837h2561x3y0-9b65001e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham 2300 Woodcrest Pl Birmingham AL £110 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (112 reviews) Great property and rooms. They gave us a bag of snacks and drinks when we checked in. Rooms were great and precious for a family of four. Only thing is towels - we could have had more Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=18940&PinnedHotelID=18940&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472330) [See all 1,358 properties in Glen Iris](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976472330) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Homewood.dx6057772) ![Birmingham, Alabama, USA downtown city skyline.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969597/1387fceb-3925-4a15-a766-bf7cb69db00f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Five Points South 4.5/5(5 area reviews) Unique features of Five Points South include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Five-Points-South.dx553248633938969597) ![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) ![Civil Rights Historic District](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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Civil-Rights-Historic-District.dx6344030) ![Redmont Park](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) ### 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 Alabama Ballet. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Highland-Park.dx870934617270620160) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Glen Iris Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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