Tuscaloosa event weekends: what to do between sessions
The University of Alabama's town on the Black Warrior River, with Bryant-Denny Stadium and Birmingham an hour away.
Events we cover in Tuscaloosa
Arriving
Birmingham (BHM) is 1 hour away.
Where to stay
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Northport and McFarland chains | Cheaper rooms. |
| Mid-range | Downtown | Riverwalk. |
| Splurge | Hotel Capstone | On campus. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hampton Inn Tuscaloosa-University
- Mid-range: The Alamite Tuscaloosa
- Splurge: Hotel Capstone
Tours
Where to eat
With kids
- Children's Hands-On Museum.
Rainy-day backups
- Bryant Museum.
Free things to do
- The Quad and Denny Chimes.
Getting around
- You need a car. Hotels for commencement weekend often sell out a year ahead and require two- or three-night minimums. Book as soon as the date is posted.