For the history buff, no visit to the city is complete without stopping by the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. It’ll place you back in the 1960s and highlight the monumental role the city had in civil and human rights.
Experience the arts and culture of Birmingham with visits to its museums, theaters and live entertainment venues. The Birmingham Museum of Art covers everything from 17th century paintings to Asian American art and everything in between. Best part about it? General admission is free! Check the schedule at the historic Alabama Theater for a concert or movie. After the show, swing by one of the city’s microbreweries like the Good People Brewing Company.
If you’re traveling with kids, you’re in luck. Birmingham boasts numerous kid-friendly attractions for the whole clan to enjoy. Check out the McWane Science Center for some hands-on activities or catch a baseball game at Regions Field. The kids will enjoy exploring Birmingham Zoo where they can feed the animals and zoom around the park on the kiddie train.
Regardless of why you’re visiting – whether it’s for business or pleasure – expect the city of Birmingham to welcome you with open arms and a strong sense of southern hospitality.
