North of the River
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 match 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.
Capitol Park
Visit the ruins of the old Alabama State Capitol and enjoy picnics at this popular downtown Tuscaloosa park, then drink in some local history at a 19th-century tavern.
Top hotels in North of the River
Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa
Everything was excellent. Thanks
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Capstone
Upon checking in late night no one was there i found the person cleaning the lobby and asked him if there is a receptionist. He found the receptionist and not to mention he seemed very strange. We were very tired it was past midnight, and i asked the receptionist if there is water bottles in the ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
Friendly staff upon arrival. Please consider putting body wash dispensers in showers to keep standard with other hotels across the hotel channels. Bar soap is pretty low budget and I could consider your property little more upscale than bar soap
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Best Western University Inn
It had a damp smell to the room that stayed even after disinfecting the room!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG
Nice
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown near University
Stayed here on several occasions when visiting our daughter. Always clean and very friendly staff!!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around North of the River
Pinehurst
Pinehurst might not have many top sights, but Bryant-Denny Stadium and Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Strip
When in The Strip, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion, 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
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater 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.
