Founded in 1871, Birmingham, Alabama, quickly grew into an industrial hub of the South. Fueled by its natural resources and thriving iron and steel industries, remarkable growth earned the city its nickname, the Magic City, where that same magic continues to shape the Greater Birmingham region today.
Known for its vibrant culinary scene, rich culture, formative history, and welcoming spirit, Greater Birmingham has something for every visitor. In her recent visit to the Magic City, award-winning writer Leslie Pariseau of Condé Nast Traveler explored the people, places, and experiences that make Birmingham, Birmingham. Read more about her early-spring visit in the full Condé Nast Traveler article, including lists of her favorite attractions, coffee shops, restaurants, bars, cultural experiences, and more, and discover what you’re missing out on in the Magic City.
