South West Tuscaloosa
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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 Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.

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.

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.

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.
Top hotels in South West Tuscaloosa

Best Western University Inn
Kelly was great a checkin
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Tuscaloosa Southeast
Good
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Tuscaloosa - University
Room was outdated, bed was hard, and not comfortable. Location was not good and would not recommend to a lady traveling alone. We had dogs barking, kids screaming, doors slamming at all hours of the night. We stayed on the fifth floor and the elevators were slow and scary with the noises they made ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar, 2026

Wingate By Wyndham Tuscaloosa
Room waa spacious and very clean. Staff was wonderful.
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026

Rodeway Inn Tuscaloosa near University
My stay at the Rodeway Inn in Tuscaloosa was convenient and practical for a short overnight trip. The location is a major plus — it’s close to the University area and easy to access from the main roads, which made getting around town simple. The room was clean and ready upon arrival. It’s a budget-friendly ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar, 2026

Americas Best Value Inn Tuscaloosa
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Other neighbourhoods around South West Tuscaloosa

Woodland Hills
Though Woodland Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum.

Hillsdale
Hillsdale might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.

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.

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.

South East Tuscaloosa
South East Tuscaloosa might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

