Southside, 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.
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.
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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Alabama Ballet
You can make plans for a show at Alabama Ballet during your stay in Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Alabama Symphony Orchestra
You can enjoy a show at Alabama Symphony Orchestra on your trip to Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.
Things to do
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Banshees of Birmingham Ghost Tour: The Furnace of the Forgotten
Southside Hotel Deals
Days Inn by Wyndham Hoover Birmingham
The staff is excellent!
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Quiet and comfy bed. Loved that is was connected to the mall. No issues
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Nice hotel
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
AC/ heater didn’t keep consistent temperature
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood
Everything
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
Just a layover on the way to Florida, so we didn’t get to see much. Room was clean, but somewhat dated. Breakfast was ok, although as a northerner , I am not familiar with biscuits and/or gravy 😊
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Southside
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.
Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.
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.
Red Mountain
If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Avondale Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
