North of the River, AL
Tuscaloosa
Visit North of the River
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama
Stroll along tree-lined pathways and visit historic buildings, museums, galleries and sports arenas while experiencing life at one of Alabama’s oldest universities.
Bryant-Denny Stadium
Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football game while in the area.
Tuscaloosa River Walk
Take a stroll along the banks of the Black Warrior River where you’ll find picnic areas, a farmers’ market, museums and concert venues.
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.
Capitol Park
Visit the ruins of the old Alabama State Capitol and enjoy picnics at this popular downtown Tuscaloosa park, then drink in some local history at a 19th-century tavern.
Veterans Memorial Park
Examine the machinery of war, then take a quiet walk around the engraved walls which bear the names of thousands of fallen servicemen and women.
North of the River Hotel Deals
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
Awesome room and staff
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Hotel Capstone
Clean room. Friendly staff. I do think charging guests for outdoor parking isn’t right.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
The only thing wrong with the room was a centipede found in the bathtub. The staff was amazing. They're continental breakfast was okay.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Nice property. Nice front desk personnel.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Greystone Inn and Suites
Staff was very courteous and friendly.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Room was clean and staff was extremely courteous!!!!
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Other neighborhoods around North of the River
Pinehurst
When in Pinehurst, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Strip
Though The Strip might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes.
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Druid City
Druid City might not have many top sights, but Murphy African American Museum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Murphy African American Museum and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.
