Forest Lake, AL
Tuscaloosa
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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.
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.
Alabama Museum of Natural History
Examine prehistoric fossils, local wildlife specimens and archaeological artifacts in this fascinating museum, which is devoted to the natural world.
Forest Lake Hotel Deals
Hotel Capstone
The room was very nice cleaned and comfortable.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Breakfast was great, room was clean. Staff was very good
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Roof top bar was great! Food and drinks were good. The Hotel is in a great location, easy walk to nearby restaurants.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
Room was great. Elevator issues when we first arrived dealt with within a couple hours.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Breakfast was good, no complaints. Parking was very easy. Parking lot is spacious and area is eclectic and inviting with restaurants in walking distance
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Downtown
Upon arriving there was no one at the desk to help or greet me for probably 10 mins. That was strange for before 8pm. We swam until 9 and asked several times before finally getting pool towels. The hot tub is covered and not operable. We registered all members staying (4 & a baby) but only got the ...
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Forest Lake
University Area
If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
South East Tuscaloosa
While South East Tuscaloosa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium.
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.
East Central Tuscaloosa
While visiting East Central Tuscaloosa, you might make a stop by sights like Black Warrior River and Lake Tamaha.
Druid City
Druid City might not have many top sights, but Bryant-Denny Stadium and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pinehurst
When in Pinehurst, you can plan a visit to Gorgas House and Bryant-Denny Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
