Birmingham

What’s In Right Now What it means to be in Birmingham Birmingham, Alabama, is known as the “Dinner Table of the South.” From the country’s best barbecue to global dishes with the influence of the American South, Birmingham’s dining scene is one to relish. A talented and energetic music community entertains in clubs and music venues all around the area. Birmingham was Ground Zero for the American Civil Rights Movement, now drawing visitors from around the world to immerse themselves in the historic events. Golfers come to play Birmingham’s courses on the world-class Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. Lakeview All day. All night. And then some. Conveniently located between downtown and Southside, Lakeview is one of the most bustling areas for entertainment, retail, design and food. Add to that residential lofts, performance and event space and the hottest nightspots in town, and it’s easy to see why this area is such a draw. Golf Birmingham With 140,000 yards of some of the best public golf on earth and a Southern climate, Birmingham is a near-year-round perfect place to play. Let us help plan your visit to one of the state’s top golfing destinations! Fill out this form, and we'll help you find a custom golf package based on your needs. We use technologies, such as cookies, to customize content and advertising and to analyze traffic to the site. We also share information about your use of our site with our trusted web partners. By clicking the "I agree" button, you consent to al...

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It has been said that Birmingham is the last major Southern city in America, where a friendly "How y'all doin'," a hearty meal of country-fried steak with butter beans and a true taste of Southern hospitality await visitors. Whether you're into the history of the Civil Rights movement, a fan of jazz music or just looking for culture and a few fun activities for the family, Sweet Birmingham is the place for you. Spend the morning at the Birmingham Museum of Art, then have lunch at a traditional Southern tea room. Outdoor enthusiasts can tee off at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail or pack a lunch and spend the day hiking and enjoying the vistas at Ruffner Mountain. A world-class zoo, the innovative McWane Center and VisionLand, Alabama's first amusement park, are sure to keep families entertained and on the go. In the evening, listen to a blues show at an outdoor cafe and then spend the night at a small cozy inn or splurge for an elegant hotel.

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Birmingham was once an industrial center fueled by the steel industry, but today it is a lively cultural center full of rich history. It is home to several important Civil Rights landmarks, which saw pivotal moments in the movement, as well as the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, which provides deeper insight into the numerous barriers that African Americans faced in the past and continue to struggle with today. Birmingham is full of things to see and do, from art museums and botanical gardens to great family attractions like the McWane Science Center and the Birmingham Zoo. Birmingham is also home to several lovely parks, including the urban oasis of Railroad Park; Ruffner Mountain Nature Center; and Red Mountain Park, home to the city's iconic statue of Vulcan and excellent views over the city. Find the best places to visit in the city with our list of the top attractions and things to do in Birmingham. 1. Tour the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church and the Birmingham Civil Rights District Sixteenth Street Baptist Church On Sunday September 15, 1963, the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, was bombed by the Ku Klux Klan. The bombing resulted in the death of four girls. This act brought a nation together and played a big part in ensuring the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. The church was restored and reopened in 1964 with the help of donations from around the world. Today, it is a major tourist attraction as part of Birmingham's extensive Civil Ri...

The Birmingham Museum of Art houses the Samuel H. Kress Collection (Renaissance art). Other attractions include the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, the Southern Museum of Flight, and the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame. The city has an opera company, a