Birmingham is home to many wonderful attractions. From year-round golf on one of our many courses to a tour through one of our world-class museums, Birmingham is the perfect place to relax and enjoy. That’s what our visitors find in Birmingham. Year-round entertainment includes recreational, historical and cultural offerings, plus an abundance of attractions to keep our visitors busy as well. From the powerful Civil Rights District and the entertainment of McWane Science Center to dining in the historic Five Points South area, the assortment of activities is impressive.
People who visit Birmingham are never at a loss for things to do. And they come back…time and again. Something we hear regularly from first time visitors to Birmingham is that they never realized the beauty of the area. With the foothills of the Appalachians as a dramatic backdrop, the city is laid out in a series of lush rolling hills, with woodland-covered neighborhoods just minutes from downtown. Outdoor activities include, golf, hiking, exciting theme park action at Alabama’s largest water them park and many outdoor art, music and outdoor festivals.