South East Tuscaloosa Travel Guide
Tuscaloosa
Visit South East Tuscaloosa
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama
Stroll along tree-lined pathways and visit historic buildings, museums, galleries and sports arenas while experiencing life at one of Alabama’s oldest universities.
Bryant-Denny Stadium
Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Tuscaloosa River Walk
Take a stroll along the banks of the Black Warrior River where you’ll find picnic areas, a farmers’ market, museums and concert venues.
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.
Alabama Museum of Natural History
Examine prehistoric fossils, local wildlife specimens and archaeological artifacts in this fascinating museum, which is devoted to the natural world.
Capitol Park
Visit the ruins of the old Alabama State Capitol and enjoy picnics at this popular downtown Tuscaloosa park, then drink in some local history at a 19th-century tavern.
Things to do
Adventurous Walking Tour of University of Alabama
Top hotels in South East Tuscaloosa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Always clean!! Fabulous staff too! Breakfast is always on the run, but it’s always yummy!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Clean and comfortable rooms. Friendly and helpful staff. Easy and quick check in process.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG
Travelodge by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
The ac barley cooled the room even on the lowest setting, neither side of lamps mounted to wall fixtures worked, hair dryer in bathroom next to vanity didn’t work nor did the plug. The handle in shower above tub faucet wouldn’t stay in place on one temperature setting for me to shower, there was ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Quiet and front desk was good.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Courtyard Tuscaloosa by Marriott
Room cleaned, staff very helpful, I did feel safe there.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South East Tuscaloosa
Forest Lake
When in Forest Lake, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Skyland Park
When in Skyland Park, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Murphy African American Museum and Bryant-Denny Stadium.
West Tuscaloosa
While West Tuscaloosa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Murphy African American Museum and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.
The Strip
When in The Strip, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
