Birmingham Guides

Your insiders guide on what to do, where to eat, and where to sleep in Greater Birmingham and Jefferson County. Start planning your Birmingham, Alabama trip here!

Looking for free things to do in Birmingham? Explore beautiful parks, museums, historic sites and more without spending a dime.

Experience the charm of Greater Birmingham for yourself, and make it your goal to visit every stop on this list!

With 140,000 yards of some of the best public golf on earth and a Southern climate, Birmingham is a near-year-round perfect place to play. From award-winning Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail course at Ross Bridge to Highland Park in the heart of downtown, one of the surrounding area's 17 golf courses is sure to be perfect for your group!

Learn the ins and outs of Downtown Birmingham with our districts guide, and experience the city like a local!

Discover Birmingham’s outdoor adventures, from urban trails and scenic ridgelines to peaceful forests, waterways, and cascading creeks. Explore the Magic City’s best places to hike, bike, climb, camp, fish, and reconnect with nature.

We’re a city of dreamers and doers - from the heroes of the Civil Rights movement to the artists, visionaries, and entrepreneurs who are bringing today’s Birmingham to life. You’ll see it, taste it, and feel it everywhere: in our vibrant culinary scene, our world-class entertainment, our passion for sports, and the undeniable momentum that runs through the city.

Find your next favorite cocktail, beer, or wine, right here in Birmingham, Alabama.

Find your next favorite cocktail or club right here in Birmingham, Alabama.

Discover your next favorite brewery right here in Birmingham, Alabama.

Get outside in the Magic City! Explore top destinations for bird sitings and natural beauty.

Looking for the perfect way to spend a day? You'll find it in Greater Birmingham.