East Lake, AL
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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 acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
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.
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.
Things to do
Alabama: Birmingham Area Multi-Attraction Pass
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Alabama: Birmingham Area Family Fun Multi-Attraction Pass
Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Smartphone Audio App Tour
Walking Tour: Civil Rights History -The Church, Children & Community
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
East Lake Hotel Deals
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
The breakfast had options like fresh fruit which I appreciate
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Clean and really nice. Great price too
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
It was great
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
This hotel is extremely clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was packed in the morning but there was still plenty of hot food and places to sit. I would 100% stay here again.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
The room was comfortable, but the hall and elevator were looking worn. Very convenient to the airport; the shuttle starts at 4 am which was helpful.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
The soap dispenser for the sink was conditioner and not hand soap and the shower’s bath wash was empty. We did not have towels because we were not on the list.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Other neighborhoods around East Lake
Irondale
Visitors to Irondale enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Train Watching Platform is worth a stop.
Crestwood South
When in Crestwood South, you can plan a visit to Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Avondale
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Avondale. You might want to make time for a stop at Avondale Brewing Company or Sloss Furnaces.
Forest Park
While visiting Forest Park, you might make a stop by sights like Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course.
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.
Lakeview District
While visiting Lakeview District, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Alabama Ballet.
East Lake, AL
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Barber Motorsports Park
- Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
- Samford University
- Riverchase Galleria
- Oak Mountain State Park
- Alabama Theater
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
- Regions Field
- RTJ Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley
- The Outlet Shops of Grand River
- Birmingham Race Course Casino
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens
