The city of Tuscaloosa is the largest center for education, industry, and commerce in western Alabama, as well as the locations of the University of Alabama. Tuscaloosa boasts a wide variety of things to do that can easily fill a day trip to the city, including the Lake Lurleen State Park, Alabama Museum of Natural History, football games, and many other family-friendly attractions.

The Tuscaloosa Riverwalk extends the length of the southern banks of the Black Warrior River in downtown Tuscaloosa and offers a paved trail for bicycling, running, and walking. There are also several great restaurants.

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