Category: Tuscaloosa Tourism
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Take 48 Hours to Explore What Makes the Alabama Sports Experience So Legendary in Tuscaloosa
We get it, putting together an itinerary can be overwhelming with vast options to select from. And in Tuscaloosa, the tide rolls all year long with things to do, people to see, and places to be! So, we want to share Tuscaloosa itineraries to help. Up first, a 48-hour, fun-filled schedule that offers you a…
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Tuscaloosa is in with the New
Day by day it seems that Tuscaloosa is growing with new restaurants and shops. Making plans is getting easier and easier with so many exciting businesses and activities that fill our community. Bored of your usual mundane weekend plans? Fear not, because below are just a few of some of the newest businesses in town that…
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Beat the Heat in Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa is located in the heart of West Alabama, and in the South, which means our warm weather season is around for a bit longer! Although this community has an abundance of adventurous outdoor attractions, sometimes, you just need indoor options to beat the heat. Whether it’s an ice cream shop or a trip to…
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Hike on Over to Tuscaloosa
Whether you’re looking to explore the outdoors or simply need an activity that allows for safe social distancing, Tuscaloosa is a hidden gem, especially as we work our way through the summer and come upon a beautiful fall season. If you’re planning a trip to Tuscaloosa, we encourage you to check out the many local…
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Family Fun in Tuscaloosa
With summer at its peak, you might be looking for a quick family getaway with the kiddos before school starts again, and we think Tuscaloosa is the perfect spot! That’s why we have pulled together some family-friendly activities that will leave everyone smiling, and make the planning much easier. Tuscaloosa has so much to offer for any…
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7 Best Swimming Holes in the Tuscaloosa Area
We get it – summer in the South is hot and humid! But, you’re in luck if you live in the area or are visiting! If you’re looking to take a dip outside of your normal community pool, we invite you to “beat the heat” with these seven swimming holes in the Tuscaloosa area! One…
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Juneteenth in Tuscaloosa
June 19 marks an incredible milestone for black liberation. Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas – two months after the Confederacy had…
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National Fishing Day: A Spotlight on Some of Tuscaloosa’s Best Fishing Spots
The season of summer has arrived and for many, it’s a time that brings family and friends together. As Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, it’s a great time to “live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, and drink in the wild air.” With the summer heat steadily rising, the lakes and rivers remain in…
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All Wine and Dine in Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa is a destination filled with excitement and energy all year long. Opportunities to wine and dine around town continue to expand, so when it comes to searching for best places to eat and drink in Tuscaloosa, your options are plenty. The community offers a wonderful blend of traditional spots featuring some of the best…
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This Summer, It’s Time To Say ‘Let’s Go There’!
Last September, Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports helped launch the Let’s Go There campaign, a domestic initiative to inspire future travel amid the coronavirus pandemic. All sectors of the travel industry united to encourage Americans to keep their travel flame lit and plan for “one day.” For most of us, that day is here. The vaccination…
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Cure the Rainy Day Blues in Tuscaloosa
Are you looking for things to do when it’s raining in Tuscaloosa? You’ve come to the right spot!
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Tuscaloosa Is the Power of Travel
National Travel and Tourism Week 2021 (May 2-8) spotlights the collective strength of the U.S. travel industry. This National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), there is more reason than ever to celebrate the collective strength of the U.S. travel and tourism industry and its dynamic workforce. The 38th annual NTTW, taking place May…