The Ultimate Girls’ & Guys’ Weekend Getaway in Tuscaloosa County
Tuscaloosa County has all the ingredients for a picture-perfect Guys’ and Girls’ weekend getaway: a little glam, a lot of flavor, plenty of fun, and a whole lot of Southern charm. Whether you’re planning the ultimate girls’ trip or an epic guys’ weekend, T-Town delivers big time. Let’s get into two perfectly packed weekends you and your crew won’t stop talking about!
✨ The Girls’ Guide to Weekending in Tuscaloosa
Where to Stay: Check into one of Tuscaloosa’s stylish boutique hotels, The Alamite or newly renovated condos at The Alston Residences. With plush accommodations and swoon-worthy decor, you’ll feel like royalty from check-in to check-out.
Friday Night: Arrival Vibes
After settling in, pop some bubbly and kick off the weekend with a gorgeous charcuterie board and bottle of wine at The Wine Market. The cozy vibes are unmatched. Next up: dinner at Chuck’s Fish just across the street, a local favorite with sushi so good it might ruin all other sushi for you. Cap the night with drinks at Cocktail Collection, Tuscaloosa’s hidden speakeasy tucked behind a vintage Pepsi door. Pro tip: you’ll need to call ahead or stalk their Instagram for the secret code to get in. It’s giving main character energy.
Saturday: Local Love + Self-Care
Start your day with a stroll through the award-winning Tuscaloosa Farmers Market. Grab breakfast from a local vendor or food truck before heading out for a run or walk along the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk, stretching four scenic miles along the Black Warrior River. Not in the mood for pavement? Try a rejuvenating yoga class at Balancing Breath Yoga and Mindfulness Studio.
After your morning movement, step into serenity at one of our many local spas like The Grand Salon and Spa! Treat yourself to a customized facial or relaxing massage. You’ll float out feeling brand new. Check out their extensive line if skincare products to take a piece of this self-care experience home with you
Being treated like queens can be exhausting right? 🙂 Next, freshen up and head to lunch at the Coastal Cowgirl Cafe—a dreamy pink haven that serves up Instagram-worthy smoothies and fresh bites like fresh salmon, tacos and nachos.
Afternoon calls for retail therapy! Downtown shops like Zaria, Pause, Frock Garden, Swag, Lou and Company and The Golden Hanger are must-visits. Love vintage? Alabama Vintage and Twice As Nice Consignment have one-of-a-kind finds.
Then get creative at Tuscaloosa Made, where you can craft a stained-glass piece or paint pottery! Another option is to hop over to Kentuck Arts Center in nearby Northport to try screen printing or mug making with local artists!
Saturday Night: Wine, Dine & Skyline
Dinner at DePalma’s Italian Café is non-negotiable. From pasta to pizza, it’s impastable to choose wrong here. Don’t leave without ordering their famous bread pudding (vacation calories = nonexistent). Top the night off with cocktails and panoramic views from Roll Call, the rooftop bar at The Alamite or The Lookout atop Hotel Indigo. It’s the perfect photo op to toast a fabulous girls’ weekend.
Sunday Send-Off
Before hitting the road, grab a breakfast sandwich or donuts from Babe’s Donuts. Then cruise through The University of Alabama campus for a little sightseeing and Insta-content. It’s a campus unlike any other, and the perfect way to close out a girls’ getaway full of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories.
🏈 The Ultimate Guys’ Weekend in Tuscaloosa County
Let’s be honest—Tuscaloosa knows how to do weekends right for the fellas, too. Kick off your guys’ trip with some serious digs at The Alston Residences or Hotel Indigo, both offering a luxe landing pad for your adventure.
Friday: Game On
If you’re rolling into town early, lock in a Bryant-Denny Stadium tour at 11:00 AM. Football fan or not, it’s hard not to get goosebumps walking through the home of the Crimson Tide.
Post-tour, hit up one of the many nearby eateries along The Strip like The Standard for lunch. This pizza joint is known for its massive slices, and yep, Tide superstar Ryan Williams even has his own special here.
Next up: a little friendly competition at PopStroke, Tiger Woods’ mini golf experience. Cold drinks delivered right to your hole? Yes, please.
Before dinner, make a pit stop at R & R Cigar Mansion to grab a celebratory stogie or two. The vibes are elite and the selection unmatched.
For dinner, it’s time to get messy at the iconic Dreamland BBQ. Ribs so good you’ll be licking your fingers and challenging your buddies to a rib-off. Fair warning: leave your white shirts in the suitcase.
Wrap up Friday with a cold one at Black Warrior Brewing Co. or Druid City Brewing—both local favorites with chill atmospheres and great beer on tap.
Saturday: All Gas, No Brakes
Fuel up early with a classic country breakfast at The Waysider. It’s been serving the Southern classics like bacon, eggs and biscuits for generations. Get there early, the line builds fast.
After breakfast, it’s time to tee off at Ol’ Colony Golf Course, Tuscaloosa’s premier public course. Conveniently, you can grab lunch right at the clubhouse—and just maybe make the loser pick up the tab.
Not feeling golf? Trade the green for lake life at Lake Tuscaloosa. Rent a boat from Pier 43 or The Captain’s Club and soak up the sun with your crew. For a lunch break, cruise over to Southern Ale House Dockside the Texaco gas station nearby for one of the area’s most surprisingly epic burgers.
If you’re still up for an adventure, wind down the day with a hike at Lake Nicol or Harris Lake, both offering peaceful trails and epic views.
Saturday Night: Chill and Grill
Close out the day with drinks and dinner on the patio at Billy’s Sports Grill in Historic Downtown Northport. Order the Greek Nachos—trust us. It’s the perfect spot to recap the day’s wins (and losses).
Sunday Send-Off
Before you roll out, hit up Rama Jama’s, tucked in the shadow of Bryant-Denny. Breakfast here comes with a side of Alabama football history, plastered across every wall.
Tuscaloosa County: The Perfect Getaway for Your Crew
No matter your vibe—spa days and sushi rolls or cigars and touchdowns—Tuscaloosa County brings it all together in one unforgettable weekend. With amazing eats, unique experiences, and more local flavor than you can imagine, it’s the kind of trip that bonds besties and buddies alike. It’s time to call your crew, pack your bags, and get to Tuscaloosa for the Guys’ and Girls’ weekend getaway! We’ll see you soon! Oh, and Roll Tide!