Sand Ridge, 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.

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.

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.

Sloss Furnaces
Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.
Things to do

Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Sand Ridge Hotel Deals

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
"Clean room and great air conditioning"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
"The staff were helpful and friendly. The bedroom was fairly clean. Some dirt in the cracks of the chair and one dead cockroach in the bathroom. But overall a nice stay. Good but limited breakfast. Lots of parking."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
"Breakfast was good"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
"Although the property was clean and well run, the first room we had, had a bed that squeeked terribly every time one of us moved. We got very little sleep. But what was worse is that the room had humidity and smelled of mold, eventhough the AC was on and the filters were clean. We complained the ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026

Embassy Suites Hotel Birmingham
"The staff was professional, kind, and accommodating. Our room was spacious, clean, relatively quiet, but due for some updating. The faucet not flushed to tub all, shower curtain worn, and ac unit was pretty loud as well as leaking condensation onto carpet."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
"Excellent!"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Sand Ridge

Glen Iris
Glen Iris might not have many top sights, but Regions Field and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Vestavia Hills
Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.

Homewood
Located in southeastern Jefferson County, Homewood boasts the Hollywood Historic District, known for its Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Home to Samford University, it's a charming suburb near Birmingham.

Five Points South
Unique features of Five Points South include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Civil Rights Historic District
Civil Rights Historic District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater while you're in town.
