What to do in Birmingham, AL

Activities, attractions and tours

Birmingham
Birmingham
Birmingham
Birmingham
Birmingham

Birmingham Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Birmingham has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Birmingham is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Birmingham to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Birmingham Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Birmingham.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Birmingham attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Recommended things to do in Birmingham

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University of Alabama at Birmingham campus, Birmingham, Alabama, United States.

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Alabama at Birmingham as part of your travels around Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Barber Motorsports Park

Barber Motorsports Park

Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.

Barber Motorsports Park
Woman jogging on street in city, Birmingham, Alabama, USA

The Summit

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

The Summit
African Elephant in a zoo setting in Birmingham Alabama.

Birmingham Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Birmingham Zoo during your travels in Birmingham? In the area, take in the entertainment choices and mountain views.

Birmingham Zoo
Alabama Theater

Alabama Theater

Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Alabama Theater
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum during your trip to Leeds. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex

Learn about the events happening at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex

Hoover Metropolitan Complex

Catch an event at Hoover Metropolitan Complex during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Hoover Metropolitan Complex

UAB Hospital

Though UAB Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Birmingham while you are here.

UAB Hospital

Explore areas of Birmingham

Aerial View of Vulcan Statue overlooking downtown Birmingham, AL

Downtown Birmingham

Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Downtown Birmingham
Sunset over Birmingham Alabama, scenic landscape on a sunny day overlooking city

Homewood

Located in southeastern Jefferson County, Homewood boasts the Hollywood Historic District, known for its Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Home to Samford University, it's a charming suburb near Birmingham.

Homewood
Vestavia Hills

Vestavia Hills

Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.

Vestavia Hills
Mountain Brook

Mountain Brook

Boasting three picturesque "villages" and a high tree cover ratio, this suburban area offers a forest-like setting with charming residential sections and a network of bridle paths for recreation.

Mountain Brook
Birmingham, Alabama, USA downtown city skyline.

Five Points South

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Unique features of Five Points South include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.

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Irondale

Visitors to Irondale enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Train Watching Platform is worth a stop.

Irondale

 

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Day trip destinations from Birmingham

Goat Island aerial view including Goat Island Marina and Newport Harbor Island Resort with Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge at the back in Narragansett Bay, Newport, Rhode Island RI, USA.

Pell City

A Walk by the Cahaba River in Birmingham, Alabama

McCalla

Brookside

Brookside

Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham worth visiting?
Providing a blend of culture and history, there's no shortage of things to do in Birmingham. When you're here, check out Birmingham Zoo, a must-see attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Birmingham?
Birmingham Zoo and McWane Science Centre are two good places to begin your getaway adventures. Be sure to explore the shopping and dining options in Birmingham while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Birmingham?
Don't leave without checking out Birmingham Zoo, rated the top tourist attraction in Birmingham.
Is three days enough to stay in Birmingham?
Three days in Birmingham is more than enough to enjoy the city's leading attractions. Many guests book for two days on average. Birmingham Zoo, Alabama Theatre and Avondale Brewing Company are highly rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a little longer to check off nearby hotspots like Hoover.
Is Birmingham a walkable city?
Some top sights in Birmingham, such as Birmingham Zoo and Alabama Theatre, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Only 5 kilometres from the city centre of Birmingham is Homewood and Five Points South is 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Birmingham with kids?
If you're looking for sights and tours for all ages, take a look at these fabulous ideas for what to do in Birmingham with kids.

What to do in Birmingham for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Birmingham, with experiences for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Avondale Brewing Company or Good People Brewing Company.
Are there free things to do in Birmingham?
One of the easiest ways to learn about free things to do in Birmingham is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Red Mountain Park is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.