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 Amphitheater
Attend live concerts and festivals, sporting events and an Independence Day celebration at the largest open-air arena in West Alabama.
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.
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.
Denny Chimes
You can find out about the history of Tuscaloosa with a stop at Denny Chimes. You can attend a football game while in the area.
North of the River Hotel Deals
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
Great Hotel
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Fairfax Paradise
Hotel Capstone
Great stay at Hotel Capstone. Staff was great and the on campus location can’t be beat when you’re visiting the University of Alabama!
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Americas Best Value Inn Tuscaloosa
Staff are great
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Clean rooms, as always
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Everything was clean and close to where we needed to be. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Other neighborhoods around North of the River
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 Gorgas House.
Pinehurst
When in Pinehurst, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Alabama Museum of Natural History, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Murphy African American Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Murphy African American Museum and Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion 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.
