
As you prepare to help your college student settle into their new home at The University of Alabama, Stillman College or Shelton State Community College, why not take the opportunity to explore Tuscaloosa and make the most of your visit? After all, this will be an extension of your home during their time here! Our…

Tuscaloosa, AL – Visit Tuscaloosa is excited to announce the launch of the Tuscaloosa Civil Rights Trail Digital Passport. This is a new way for residents and visitors to discover the historic landmarks that shaped the Civil Rights Movement in the city. This digital passport offers a self-guided, interactive experience. It allows users to explore…

Written by Heather Montgomery, Travel Writer and Content Creator Specializing in Family Adventures Think Tuscaloosa is just for game days? Think again! Nestled along the Black Warrior River, this vibrant Alabama city has so much more to offer than football. With delicious dining, outdoor adventures, and hands-on activities for kids, Tuscaloosa makes the perfect family…

Whether you live in Tuscaloosa or Northport or are visiting, we want to make sure you know all about our vast scene of family-friendly activities.

Open for business! The holidays are a magical time to explore Tuscaloosa — and whether you’re visiting family, traveling through town, or creating festive memories of your own, finding a great place to eat can make the season even brighter. While most restaurants take Christmas Day off, several local favorites will be open during the…

The historic homes in Tuscaloosa are beautiful all year round, but there’s something very special about touring them when they’re draped with holiday splendor this time of year. Five properties in the Druid City are maintained by the local preservation society Historic Tuscaloosa: The Old Tavern, Battle – Friedman House, Jemison- Van de Graaff Mansion,…

The Historic Drish House The Drish House is a historic mansion with a fascinating past, often considered one of the most haunted places in Tuscaloosa. Built in the 1830s by Dr. John R. Drish, a physician, and his wife, Sarah, it was their home for 50 years. At that time, Tuscaloosa was the state capital,…

TUSCALOOSA, WE DID IT! Cue the confetti and crank up the carols—our beloved Tinsel Trail has been named one of USA TODAY’s 10 Best Public Holiday Light Displays, and with help from fans near and far, we proudly ranked #4 in the nation. That’s a big win for a trail built on small-town heart, big creativity, and serious holiday cheer!…

Written by Becky Beall- Most Southerners would recognize Tuscaloosa as home to The University of Alabama, the calling card of West Alabama. In fact, there are likely many folks outside of the South that would know that little tidbit thanks to an SEC football dynasty associated with UA. What may be lesser known is that…

Written By: Dr. Clay Nelson, Director of Moundville Archaeological Park The History of Moundville Moundville Archaeological Park is a national treasure and sacred place for multiple nations. It is not just a place to learn about the Native American past in Alabama. One common question we receive at Moundville is, “What happened to the people…