University Area

Tuscaloosa

A large building with a sign reading "Mary Hewell Alston Hall" at the entrance.
A large white building with columns, a central staircase, and a well-maintained garden.
Bryant-Denny Stadium with its distinctive architecture and the name "BRYANT-DENNY STADIUM" prominently displayed.
A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.
A building with a sign that reads "OF ALABAMA" and a large window. There are street lamps and a bench in the foreground.

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A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
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University of Alabama

9.6/10 (1,989 reviews)
Stroll along tree-lined pathways and visit historic buildings, museums, galleries and sports arenas while experiencing life at one of Alabama’s oldest universities.
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Things to do

Visit the only remaining documented antebellum garden in Alabama and learn about the families who once lived in the home it surrounds.

Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks

S$60
per adult
Historical Golf Cart Tour of Tuscaloosa Landmarks
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Top hotels in University Area

Hotel Capstone

Hotel Capstone

3 out of 5
320 Paul W Bryant Dr Tuscaloosa AL
The price is S$165 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
S$165
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,207 reviews)
"We stayed here during Bama Bound orientation and loved that it was right on campus and made for an easy trip. We ended up getting a room upgrade because our original room ended up being adjacent to a room with a yappy dog. Front desk staff was super helpful! The rooms were very warm when we first ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2026

Hotel Capstone
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University

3 out of 5
3920 McFarland Blvd. E Tuscaloosa AL
The price is S$126 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
S$126
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,388 reviews)
"This hotel was a nice surprise. It’s very well taken care of and clean. They could definitely use some upgrades in the bathrooms and with the TVs/remotes, but other than that, I really enjoyed my stay. They had a really effective and simple way to check in in advance l, and a human being texting ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
111 Greensboro Avenue Tuscaloosa AL
The price is S$195 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
S$195
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful"

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2026

Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University

2.5 out of 5
2285 JACK WARNER PKWY Tuscaloosa AL
The price is S$163 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
S$163
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice and clean"

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa

2 out of 5
230 Skyland Blvd Tuscaloosa AL
The price is S$87 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
S$87
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The breakfast was good. Lamp shade needed to be replaced. Also, window curtains needed attention. Issues with an area of carpet, they were working on it. Bathroom was clean."

Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2026

Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3924 McFarland Boulevard East Tuscaloosa AL
The price is S$110 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
S$110
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscaloosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (545 reviews)
"Everything was great quench"

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2026

avid hotel Tuscaloosa University Area by IHG
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Where to stay in University Area

Find the best University Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, historic building with multiple arches and columns, a prominent tower, and a well-maintained lawn.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
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Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater and Tuscaloosa River Walk are top sights worth seeing.

Ancient ruins with columns and an archway amidst a grassy area with trees in the background.

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.

A white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by pink flowers.
Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission
Open Photo by Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports Commission

East Central Tuscaloosa

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

A river under a bridge surrounded by lush greenery.

North of the River

While visiting North of the River, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Indian Hills Golf Course.

South West Tuscaloosa

When in South West Tuscaloosa, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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