North of the River
Tuscaloosa
Visit North of the River
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 North of the River
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
Clean, friendly staff, location was excellent for my stay
Reviewed on 15 May, 2026
Hotel Capstone
Over all stay was good. Booked the room on Expedia which was nice and easy. Upon checking in at the hotel the clerk had me run my card for “incidentals”. Ran it 2 times and each time my card was charged and immediately refunded. 3 time it took but none of them showed up on the hotel screen. All in ...
Reviewed on 12 May, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Breakfast was typical fare but fresh and well represented.
Reviewed on 16 May, 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Great location!
Reviewed on 15 May, 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
My room was clean and very quiet on the third floor. I was in Tuscaloosa to visit my daughter at the University of Alabama. I did not eat breakfast. My only problem with the stay was the pot smoking on the third floor. It reaked when I exited the elevator all the way to my room. Once in my room, ...
Reviewed on 16 May, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Breakfast was good, no complaints. Parking was very easy. Parking lot is spacious and area is eclectic and inviting with restaurants in walking distance
Reviewed on 11 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North of the River
Pinehurst
Pinehurst might not have many top sights, but Gorgas House and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk are top sights worth seeing.
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.
