Avondale, AL

Birmingham

Sloss Furnaces is a National Historic Landmark in Birmingham, Alabama in the United States. It operated as a pig iron-producing blast furnace from 1882 to 1971. After closing it became one of the first industrial sites (and the only blast furnace) in the U.S. to be preserved and restored for public use. In 1981 the furnaces were designated a National Historic Landmark by the United States Department of the Interior.
Sloss Furnaces is a National Historic Landmark in Birmingham, Alabama in the United States. It operated as a pig iron-producing blast furnace from 1882 to 1971. After closing it became one of the first industrial sites (and the only blast furnace) in the U.S. to be preserved and restored for public use. In 1981 the furnaces were designated a National Historic Landmark by the United States Department of the Interior.
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Awesome and FREE! walk into Birmingham history... supposedly haunted too! :D

Popular places to visit

Sloss Furnaces which includes industrial elements

Sloss Furnaces

4/5(76 reviews)

Delve into the industrial history of Alabama at this hulking factory ruin, where generations of workers once toiled.

Sloss Furnaces
University of Alabama at Birmingham campus, Birmingham, Alabama, United States.

University of Alabama at Birmingham

4.5/5(425 reviews)

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.

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Barber Motorsports Park which includes interior views

Barber Motorsports Park

5/5(72 reviews)

Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.

Barber Motorsports Park
Woman jogging on street in city, Birmingham, Alabama, USA

The Summit

4.5/5(336 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Summit during your trip to Birmingham. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

The Summit
African Elephant in a zoo setting in Birmingham Alabama.

Birmingham Zoo

4.5/5(122 reviews)

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.

Birmingham Zoo
The Alabama Theatre was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios as an Alabama showcase for Paramount films. It was used primarily as a movie palace for 55 years. In 1987 the owners of the facility declared bankruptcy and the theatre was purchased by Birmingham Landmarks Inc. Now the Alabama Theatre for the Performing Arts, it hosts many live events. Each year the Theatre hosts over 300 events attended by a half million People. In 1998 the Theatre underwent a complete restoration.

Alabama Theater

4.5/5(69 reviews)

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.

Alabama Theater

Avondale Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover

3 out of 5
120 Riverchase Pkwy E Birmingham AL
The price is ₩120,644 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
₩120,644
₩140,460 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,233 reviews)
The room was clean

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
60 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL
The price is ₩95,989 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
₩95,989
₩115,186 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
Don't travel often. Just want clean, reliable and convenient. Breakfast, bed, parking, location and price were all very good.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria Birmingham AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩185,831 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
₩185,831
₩214,774 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,369 reviews)
Clean rooms and pleasant staff

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood

Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
50 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL
The price is ₩108,280 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
₩108,280
₩129,936 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Older hotel but well maintained and reasonably priced.

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood
DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park

DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park

4 out of 5
8 Perimeter Park South Birmingham AL
The price is ₩148,153 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
₩148,153
₩178,469 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Staff is excellent. Cons- paying for parking. Website said all fees included. None of the ice machines work.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

3 out of 5
821 20th Street S Birmingham AL
The price is ₩186,218 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
₩186,218
₩223,201 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Clean room, public areas, wonderful staff, tasty coffee, great continental breakfast, smooth check-in. Parking is expensive—parked outside the hotel instead. Overall quite exceptional service and facilities.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
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Other neighborhoods around Avondale

Spectacular Firework show over Birmingham, AL celebrating Independence Day #troeon #Fireworks

Central City

4/5(74 area reviews)

While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.

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Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
Tranquil scenery of autumn park at sunset time

Forest Park

While visiting Forest Park, you might make a stop by sights like Avondale Brewing Company and Highland Park Golf Course.

Forest Park
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Northside

If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Northside
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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.

Highland Park
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Red Mountain

If you're spending some time in Red Mountain, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Avondale Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

Red Mountain

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