Irondale, AL
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
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.
Barber Motorsports Park
Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.
The Summit
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Birmingham Zoo
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.
Alabama Theater
Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Things to do
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Irondale Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham East Irondale
The staff were friendly and professional. The breakfast was nice and had a variety of options. The room was exceptional. I will stay again.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Birmingham-Irondale(East) by IHG
Clean
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Birmingham East - Irondale/ Airport
No kitchen in rooms
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Quality Inn Airport - Southeast
It was decent.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Very nice property. Conveniently located. Room was clean and spacious. Quiet location. Dining options nearby. Breakfast was excellent.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
The location, cleanliness of the room, courtesy of the staff, prompt room service and the price.....Excellent!
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Irondale
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.
Forest Park
While visiting Forest Park, you might make a stop by sights like Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course.
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.
Red Mountain
If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Avondale Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
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 Sloss Furnaces.
Redmont Park
While visiting Redmont Park, you might make a stop by sights like Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo.
