Quick Summary: Tuscaloosa is western Alabama’s largest center for commerce, industry, and education, home to the University of Alabama and its legendary Crimson Tide football team. Attractions such as the Alabama Museum of Natural History, the Tuscaloosa Museum of Art, and Lake Lurleen State Park entertain visitors attending football games and traveling to the city for family-friendly vacations. Visit the Kentuck Festival of the Arts in Tuscaloosa, October 19 & 20, 2024, and the Druid City Arts Festival on April 4th and 5th, 2025


1. Tuscaloosa Riverwalk ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Tuscaloosa Riverwalk | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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2. Paul W. Bryant Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Paul W. Bryant Museum | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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3. The Tuscaloosa Amphitheater

The Tuscaloosa Amphitheater | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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4. The Children's Hands-On Museum

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The Children's Hands-On Museum | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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5. Mercedes-Benz US International Visitor Center and Factory Tour

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Mercedes-Benz US International Visitor Center and Factory Tour | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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6. Capitol Park

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Capitol Park | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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7. Bryant-Denny Stadium

Bryant-Denny Stadium | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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8. The Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion

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The Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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9. The Tuscaloosa Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse

The Tuscaloosa Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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10. The Old Tavern Museum

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The Old Tavern Museum | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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11. Lake Nicol

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Lake Nicol | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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12. The Mildred Westervelt Warner Transportation Museum

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The Mildred Westervelt Warner Transportation Museum | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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13. The Battle-Friedman House

The Battle-Friedman House | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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14. DePalma's Italian Cafe

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DePalma's Italian Cafe | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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15. Mugshots Grill and Bar

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Mugshots Grill and Bar | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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16. Dreamland BBQ

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Dreamland BBQ | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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17. Archibald and Woodrow's Barbeque

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Archibald and Woodrow's Barbeque | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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18. River

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River | Things to Do in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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