Avondale, AL

Birmingham

Sloss Furnaces is a National Historic Landmark in Birmingham, Alabama in the United States. It operated as a pig iron-producing blast furnace from 1882 to 1971. After closing it became one of the first industrial sites (and the only blast furnace) in the U.S. to be preserved and restored for public use. In 1981 the furnaces were designated a National Historic Landmark by the United States Department of the Interior.
Sloss Furnaces is a National Historic Landmark in Birmingham, Alabama in the United States. It operated as a pig iron-producing blast furnace from 1882 to 1971. After closing it became one of the first industrial sites (and the only blast furnace) in the U.S. to be preserved and restored for public use. In 1981 the furnaces were designated a National Historic Landmark by the United States Department of the Interior.
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Awesome and FREE! walk into Birmingham history... supposedly haunted too! :D

Popular places to visit

Sloss Furnaces which includes industrial elements

Sloss Furnaces

4/5(76 reviews)

Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.

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

University of Alabama at Birmingham

4.5/5(425 reviews)

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 which includes interior views

Barber Motorsports Park

5/5(72 reviews)

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

4.5/5(336 reviews)

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

4.5/5(122 reviews)

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
The Alabama Theatre was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios as an Alabama showcase for Paramount films. It was used primarily as a movie palace for 55 years. In 1987 the owners of the facility declared bankruptcy and the theatre was purchased by Birmingham Landmarks Inc. Now the Alabama Theatre for the Performing Arts, it hosts many live events. Each year the Theatre hosts over 300 events attended by a half million People. In 1998 the Theatre underwent a complete restoration.

Alabama Theater

4.5/5(69 reviews)

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

Alabama Theater

Things to do

Arlington Antebellum House

Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights

￥15,478
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Uncover the Paranormal on a Birmingham Ghost Tour.

Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten

￥4,798
per adult
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
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Avondale Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
60 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL
The price is ￥10,911 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
￥10,911
￥13,093 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (646 reviews)
It was perfect! Clean and relaxing

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

4 out of 5
808 20th Street S Birmingham AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥25,006 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
￥25,006
￥29,842 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Clean rooms and great staff

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria Birmingham AL
The price is ￥19,461 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥19,461
￥22,492 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,396 reviews)
There was hair on the bathroom floor that wasn't mine but I got it up myself.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South

2 out of 5
1466 Montgomery Highway Birmingham AL
The price is ￥11,491 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
￥11,491
￥13,445 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover

Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover

3 out of 5
2980 John Hawkins Parkway Birmingham AL
The price is ￥14,198 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
￥14,198
￥16,492 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,470 reviews)
Room was nice and clean. Check in was seamless

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover
Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood

Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
50 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL
The price is ￥12,872 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
￥12,872
￥15,446 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
Staff was very courteous and helpful. Rooms were pretty clean.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood
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Other neighborhoods around Avondale

Birmingham Alabama Skyline in the Spring on a Beautiful Day.

Lakeview District

While visiting Lakeview District, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Alabama Ballet.

Lakeview District
Spectacular Firework show over Birmingham, AL celebrating Independence Day #troeon #Fireworks

Central City

4/5(74 area reviews)

While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.

Central City
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Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
Tranquil scenery of autumn park at sunset time

Forest Park

While visiting Forest Park, you might make a stop by sights like Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course.

Forest Park
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Northside

If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Northside
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Highland Park

While Highland Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Highland Park Golf Course and Alabama Ballet.

Highland Park

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