Title: South East Lake Travel Guide: Best of South East Lake, Birmingham Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in South East Lake](https://expedia.co.uk/South-East-Lake-Hotels.d980390562090139648.Travel-Guide-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)[South East Lake Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-East-Lake.d980390562090139648.Car-Hire-Guide)[South East Lake Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-East-Lake.d980390562090139648.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South East Lake Travel Guide ## Birmingham ## Visit South East Lake 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) ![Barber Motorsports Park showing interior views](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 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) ![The Alabama Theatre was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios as an Alabama showcase for Paramount films. It was used primarily as a movie palace for 55 years. In 1987 the owners of the facility declared bankruptcy and the theatre was purchased by Birmingham Landmarks Inc. Now the Alabama Theatre for the Performing Arts, it hosts many live events. Each year the Theatre hosts over 300 events attended by a half million People. In 1998 the Theatre underwent a complete restoration. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/7d2e42d2-173f-429c-9e2a-339f151ddc4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alabama Theater 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) ![Sloss Furnaces which includes industrial elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070565/aee51c90-8e4b-4684-8d8d-f0e877c65bb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sloss Furnaces Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sloss-Furnaces-Central-City.d6070565.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 South East Lake ![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 £53 22 Mar - 23 Mar 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 ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews) Very dirty and in need of repairs. Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=34957&PinnedHotelID=34957&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980390562090139648) ![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 £54 29 Mar - 30 Mar 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! (1,004 reviews) Room was decently clean but the floor could use a wet mopping. Various types of smoking were going on everywhere and weed coming through the vents. Pretty quiet considering the clientele. Beds were clean and comfortable and AC worked great. Odd folks around but relatively safe, just keep your head ... Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=903&PinnedHotelID=903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980390562090139648) ![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 £111 5 Apr - 6 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! (1,433 reviews) The hotel was very clean. The staff was very knowledgeable about my stay.. Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=14343&PinnedHotelID=14343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980390562090139648) ![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 £76 18 Mar - 19 Mar 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! (1,277 reviews) I had called and arranged for the two rooms to be beside each other. That was never noted and we ended up with one room on 1st and one on 3rd. Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026&selected=59197&PinnedHotelID=59197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980390562090139648) ![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 £65 24 Mar - 25 Mar 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! (717 reviews) Very clean and comfortable Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=41916&PinnedHotelID=41916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980390562090139648) ![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 £92 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! (99 reviews) The room kind of smelt like water or I don’t know how to explain it almost like sewer water but not as stout. It was a nice stay all in all. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Irondale.dx118634) ![The “living wall” inside Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Airport filled with vegetation that grows in Alabama. This is so cool, I stared at it for at least 15 minutes examining all the different types of plants. I want this in my house!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/f9ef51af-c0c7-4ee7-ab75-c7b9847c727a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Woodlawn While there might not be top attractions in Woodlawn, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avondale Brewing Company and Sloss Furnaces. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Woodlawn.dx870938821345251328) ![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) ### East Birmingham If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Birmingham and surrounding area, you can visit Avondale Brewing Company and Sloss Furnaces. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-East-Birmingham.dx980390662497468416) ![Tranquil scenery of autumn park at sunset time](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976474718/9dbf5f55-9ee4-4d85-b585-827ec01d250d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Forest Park If you're spending some time in Forest Park, Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Forest-Park.dx553248635976474718) ![Sloss Furnaces is a National Historic Landmark in Birmingham, Alabama in the United States. It operated as a pig iron-producing blast furnace from 1882 to 1971. After closing it became one of the first industrial sites](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/567/d5cdc1a5-94ca-4276-bf94-c1f427abf9b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Avondale.dx6343442) ![Aaaah Back home! Mountain Brook is were it all began for me many moons ago! This image is of "The Old Mill" or "Old Mill House", a 1926 replica of Perryman's Mill built by the Jemison Companies to promote the newly-developed residential suburb of Mountain Brook. It is located on the foundations of the earlier grist mill, on the bank of Shades Creek at 2780 Mountain Brook Parkway. Tip - Early morning is better. Be aware this is a private residence in a residential area... not a tourist attraction. There is a linear park with a popular running trail along this road. Plenty of pull in parking spots along the side of the road and a great place to watch the fabulous Mountain Brook housewives strut their stuff. #TroverDetour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8992/5dd6dfc1-9df2-469e-982f-bc87e3d7a941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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