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.
Veterans Memorial Park
Examine the machinery of war, then take a quiet walk around the engraved walls which bear the names of thousands of fallen servicemen and women.
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.
Top hotels in South East Tuscaloosa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Breakfast was great, room was clean. Staff was very good
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Room was great. Elevator issues when we first arrived dealt with within a couple hours.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Everything was great. Angel was outstanding.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
The outlets didn't work and the place was not clean
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tuscaloosa University Area
A Great overall hotel stay
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
I got placed here last minute by VRBO after our rental was cancelled by the owner. I read the reviews here and was honestly scared of what we were walking into. It's not beautiful on the outside, no real amenities but if you need a clean place to sleep then this is fine. There are no bugs, no weird ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
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 Bryant-Denny Stadium and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.
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 Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk.
The Strip
When in The Strip, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Gorgas House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
