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Notecards with Birmingham images n Tote bags A selection of t-shirts n CDs of Alabama storytellers Birmingham mugs n Portfolios n Mouse pads Coolers n Golf Shirts n Lapel pins n Baseball caps Business card holders n Umbrellas n Vulcan charms Books/cookbooks by local authors SHOP HOURS:

Monday – Friday | 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Closed weekends

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The Birmingham Vibe IT’S DIFFICULT TO EXPLAIN WHAT sets Birmingham apart from her Southern sisters---almost impossible really. People who visit Birmingham, as well as those who live here, swear they sense a vibe to this city that they don’t find elsewhere in their travels. It’s hard to put a finger on the particulars of it, but it’s there.

Outdoor entertainment and the arts are a dominant part of Birmingham’s character.

Take a quilt and a picnic to Railroad Park in the heart of downtown and listen to Alabama music. Live music is the signature entertainment of the city. Visit the dozens of art galleries around the city for funk, fine and folk art treasures. Come for the city’s annual 4 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

Sidewalk Film Festival, chosen one of TIME’s Top 10 “Film Festivals for the Rest of Us.” That means we don’t have to go to Cannes anymore! Opera, ballet and live theatre add to Birmingham’s cultural wealth.

For visitors interested in architecture, the city’s downtown buildings are a collection of Cinderella stories. Many early skyscrapers are now refurbished, dressed up and housing restaurants, law firms and luxury condos. Also look downtown for many of the city’s best festivals and arts events. Spring brings the Magic City Art Connection, a juried contemporary art show that is widely respected in the festival community. Summer finds crowds downtown for

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top-notch independent cinema at the Sidewalk Film Festival.

The city’s popular Pepper Place Saturday Market begins its run in April. Locals and tourists alike fall in love with this weekly farmers market, where they find fresh fruits and vegetables, live music, cooking demonstrations, all manner of crafts and home baked breads and cookies.

As you can see, Birmingham is an outdoorsy sort of place to spend time. The weather is generously comfortable, which is one smart reason golfers come here from around the world. The other reason is the lure of handsome and challenging public golf courses. With the development of the state’s Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, Alabama became the Godfather of Great Golf. Birmingham has two of the courses along the trail, one of which is the third longest course in the world. So pack your sticks.

Birmingham is center ring for Alabama’s attractions and entertainment as well. From Broadway shows, the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and other cultural events to outlet mall shopping and the finest selection of antique stores in the region, Birmingham knows how to entertain company.

Major attractions including Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum and the Birmingham Museum of Art increase the inventory of memorable things to see and do here. Regions Field, voted the best new baseball park in the country, opened its first season in 2013, adding to the Birmingham vibe. And speaking of memorable, you will not find a city in the region with better restaurants. Chef-owned dining rooms throughout the area attract visitors from around the Southeast to spend the weekend simply dining.

For all its small town charm, Birmingham is a sophisticated, well-heeled international community. With a rich history of Italian, Lebanese, Greek, Asian, Hispanic and Eastern European immigrants, Birmingham benefits from the gifts of many backgrounds. The influences are all around us and beautifully melded into the diversity of our Southern culture.

It’s nice to have you in Birmingham.

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If there’s a better place than Birmingham to find a great hamburger, we don’t know about it.

Even our James Beard Foundation Awardwinning chefs have their distinctive takes on burgers. From the bun to the patty to the specialty toppings, every ingredient is the one that makes it just right. Enjoy.

Food styling and location provided by George Reis, Chef/Owner of 5 Point Public House Oyster Bar. Photography by Brent Boyd.

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Information

66 Dining

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82 Breweries

26 Attractions

86 After Dark

42 Shopping 46 Antiques 50 Art Galleries 54 Entertainment

92 Outdoors 100 Golf 104 Bucket List 106 Festivals & Events

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Information Central Tourist Information DOWNTOWN TOURIST CENTER/THE BIRMINGHAM SHOP:

LIBRARY: 205-226-3600

2200 9th Avenue North, 205-458-8000 or 800-458-8085 AIRPORT TOURIST CENTER LOWER LEVEL: 205-595-1052

TRAVELERS AID SOCIETY: 205-322-5426

VULCAN PARK AND MUSEUM TOURIST CENTER:

CAP (CITY ACTION PARTNERS): Got a flat? Lock your keys

Helpful Information

LAWS TO KNOW: Use safety belts. Turn on headlights

1701 Valley View Drive, 205-458-8000

PARKS: 205-254-2391 (city), 800-252-7275 (state)

in the car? Mon-Fri, 7 am to midnight; Sat 11 am to 7 pm.

205-251-0111 (downtown only)

AREA CODE: 205

during rain. Drinking age 21. Liquor sales at package and grocery stores after noon Sundays.

ALTITUDE: 620 average feet; ranging between 538 and 1,200

EMERGENCIES: For emergencies call or text 911

AREA: 3,358 square miles – Metropolitan Statistical Area –

Jefferson, Blount, St. Clair, Shelby and Walker Counties

CHURCHES: More than 1,300, all major denominations BIRMINGHAM SHUTTLESWORTH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: 205-595-0533 BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU: 205-558-2222 TELEVISION STATIONS: 7 commercial, 3 independents and

1 public educational station, several cable stations.

RADIO STATIONS: 14 AM stations, 18 FM stations and 1 Spanish station.

NEWSPAPERS: The Birmingham News (al.com) thrice weekly, weeklies and monthlies CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU:

Rental Car Agencies ALAMO RENT A CAR: 205-591-4395 AVIS RENT A CAR: 205-592-8901 BUDGET RENT A CAR: 205-322-3596 DOLLAR RENT A CAR: 800-800-4000, www.dollar.com ENTERPRISE RENT A CAR: 205-591-1927, www.enterprise.com HERTZ RENT A CAR: 205-591-6090 NATIONAL CAR RENTAL: 205-592-7259

Wheelchair Accessible Transportation

205-458-8000 or 800-458-8085

BUZZ-A-BUS: 205-879-3438

BIRMINGHAM BUSINESS ALLIANCE: 205-324-2100

CLASTRAN: 205-325-8787

POPULATION: Metro – just over one million

FRESH AIR: 205-744-7475

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J&B PASSENGER SERVICE: 205-781-5702

Hospitals with Emergency Rooms

MAX VIP: 205-521-0101

BIRMINGHAM VA MEDICAL CENTER:

SPECIAL NEEDS TRANSPORTATION: 205-821-3736

205-933-8101, 700 19th St. S., Birmingham 35233 BROOKWOOD MEDICAL CENTER:

Ground Transportation

205-877-1000, 2010 Brookwood Medical Center Dr., Homewood 35209

ACTON LIMOUSINE COACH: 205-408-7723

CALLAHAN EYE FOUNDATION HOSPITAL:

www.actonlimo.com

205-325-8100, 1720 University Blvd., Birmingham 35233

ADVENTURE BUS-CLINE TOURS 205-591-7555

www.adventurebuscharter.com

COOPER GREEN MERCY HOSPITAL:

205-930-3200, 1515 6th Ave. S., Birmingham 35205

AFFORDABLE LIMOUSINE, LLC : 205-251-5466 AMBASSADOR LIMOUSINE: 205-987-5466

GRANDVIEW MEDICAL CENTER:

205-971-1000, 3690 Grandview Pkwy., Birmingham 35243 ST. VINCENT’S HOSPITAL:

AMERICAN CAB CO.: 205-322-2222

205-939-7000, 2800 8th Ave. S., Birmingham 35205

BIRMINGHAM DOOR TO DOOR: 205-591-5550 BURKES BROTHERS CLASSIC LIMOUSINE SERVICE:

205-324-9677, burkesbrotherslimousine.com

CAMELOT LIMOUSINE BUS CHARTERS & TOURS:

205-525-1721

ST. VINCENT’S EAST:

205-838-3000, 50 Medical Park East Dr., Birmingham 35235 THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF ALABAMA:

205-939-9100, 1600 7th Ave. S., Birmingham 35233 UAB MEDICAL CENTER WEST:

ESHUTTLE/SILVER LEAF LUXURY LIMOUSINE:

205-702-4566, eshuttle.net

205-481-7000, 995 9th Ave. S.W., Birmingham 35022 UAB UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL:

205-934-4011, 1802 6th Ave. S., Birmingham 35233

LARRY’S LIMOS:

205-629-6642, larryslimos.com R & B TRANSPORTAION 205-966-7001

Veterinary Emergency Hospitals

R. C. AMERICAN CAB COMPANY: 205-960-1114

ALABAMA VETERINARY SPECIALISTS:

RARE TRANSPORTATION:

205-980-7273, raretransportation.com STS, INC.:

205-481-1001, 3783 Pine Lane SE Professional Building 200, Bessemer, 35022 EMERGENCY AND SPECIALTY ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER:

205-324-4024 , sts-transportation.com

205-967-7389 or 205-251-5696 2864 Acton Rd., Birmingham, 35243

UBER: uber.com/cities/birmingham-al

PET VET ANIMAL HOSPITAL:

YELLOW CAB: 205-222-2222

205-824-2077, 2021 Kentucky Ave., Birmingham, 35216

CAP IS HERE TO HELP

For more than 20 years CAP (City Action Partnership) has been providing supplemental services downtown helping with safety issues, motorist assistance, and sanitation services. Our guys in red shirts patrol downtown on bicycle and in trucks looking for ways to lend a hand. Common services include jump starts, unlocking vehicles, providing a gallon of gas when you’re completely out, and fixing or changing flat tires. All services are provided FREE of charge, but only in the CAP district.

The CAP service area stretches from 11th Avenue North to 5th Avenue South and from 18th Street to 22nd Street on the south side and 16th to 22nd Street on the north side.

If you need help, give us a call at (205) 251-0111 for service. Visit us online at CAPisDowntown.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram using the handle CAPisDowntown.

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A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM LODGING

WHERE TO STAY

The Birmingham area has an excellent selection of accommodations in more than 16,000 guest rooms. For a special weekend getaway, make reservations at a resort or a charming historic inn. Shoppers will find good accommodations convenient to malls and large shopping districts all around the area. Budget-minded families can expect reasonable rates with lots of amenities. Top-notch lodging at affordable prices is a Birmingham trademark.

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1. Aloft Birmingham Soho Square 1903 29th Ave S, Homewood 35209 205-874-8055, aloftbirminghamsohosquare.com 111 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Concierge Service, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Restaurant

7. Anchor Motel Eastlake 8420 1st Ave N, Birmingham 35206 205-833-3414, 28 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

2. America’s Best Inn Birmingham/Homewood

9. Bama Motel 6712 1st Ave N, Birmingham 35206 205-833-7141, 20 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

251 Summit Pkwy, Birmingham 35209 205-945-5550 redlion.com/birmingham-homewood, 102 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Extended Stay, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Pets Allowed, Suites

3. America’s Best Inn & Suites Birmingham Airport

5101 Messer Airport Hwy, Birmingham 35212 205-592-6110, redlion.com/birmingham, 143 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Cable TV, Complimentary Airport Shuttle Service, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fax and Copy Service, Fitness Center, Free High Speed Internet Access, Free High Speed Wireless Internet Access, Free Local Phone Calls, Meeting Space, Microwaves/Refrigerators available, Pool, Suites

4. America’s Best Inn Hotel Fairfield-Birmingham

6400 Kelco Place, Fairfield 35064 205-780-5155, redlion.com/fairfield-birmingham 80 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator 5. America’s Best Value Inn - Leeds 1093 Higrove Pkwy, Leeds 35094 205-702-2700, americasbestvalueinn.com, 42 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Pets Allowed 6. American Interstate Motel 5921 1st Ave N, Birmingham 35212 205-595-4609, 29 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

8. Apex Motel 1900 33rd Ave N, Birmingham 35207 205-328-0080, 28 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

10. Baymont Inn & Suites Fultondale 1733 Fulton Rd, Fultondale 35068 205-439-6300, wyndhamhotels.com/baymont/ fultondale-alabama/baymont-inn-and-suitesfultondale/overview, 67 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Concierge Service, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Studio 1and 2 Bdrm. Suites 11. Best Western Plus Bessemer Hotel & Suites 5041 Academy Ln, Bessemer 35022 205-481-1950, bestwesternalabama.com/hotels/bestwestern-plus-bessemer-hotel-and-suites, 70 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Full Kitchen, Interior Corridors, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Laundry, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Spa, Suites 12. Best Western Carlton Suites Hotel 140 State Farm Pkwy, Birmingham 35209 205-940-9990, bestwesternalabama.com/hotels/bestwestern-plus-carlton-suites, 102 rooms ★ AMENITIES: All Suites, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Suites

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13. Best Western Plus Gardendale 842 Thompson St, Gardendale 35071 205-631-1181, book.bestwestern.com, 59 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space 14. Birmingham Garden Inn & Suites 7901 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham 35210 205-951-0700, hotelsone.com/birmingham-hotels-us/ birmingham-garden-inn.html, 102 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Extended Stay, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 15. Birmingham Marriott 3590 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham 35243 205-968-3775, birminghammarriott.com, 295 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Club Level Rooms with added amenities, Coffee Makers, Concierge Service, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pool Indoor, Restaurant, Suites 16. Birmingham Inn 1625 3rd Ave W, Birmingham 35208 205-786-4397, 19 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay 17. Budget Motel 1548 Bankhead Hwy W, Birmingham 35214 205-798-8444, 30 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay 18. Budget Motel Bessemer 3010 9th Ave N, Bessemer 35020 205-428-9888, 35 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay 19. Candlewood Suites Birmingham/

Homewood

400 Commons Dr., Birmingham 35209, 205-769-9777, candlewoodsuites.com/birminghamal, 81 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Full Kitchen, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Microwave, Pantry or Cupboard, Pets Allowed, Refrigerator, Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites 20. Cobb Lane Bed and Breakfast 1309 19th St S, Birmingham 35205 205-918-9090, cobblanebandb.com, 8 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bed & Breakfast, Meeting Space

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21. Comfort Inn & Suites Trussville 4740 Norrell Dr, Trussville 35173, 1-800-4-choice comfortinn.com/hotel-trussville-alabama-AL181 66 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Suites 22. Comfort Inn Airport 4965 Montevallo Rd, Birmingham 35210 205-957-0084, comfortinn.com, 83 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 23. Comfort Inn Bessemer 5051 Academy Ln, Bessemer 35022, 205-428-3999 comfortinn.com/hotel-bessemer-alabama, 59 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Interior Corridors, Meeting Place 24. Comfort Inn Homewood 226 Summit Pkwy, Homewood 35209 205-916-0464, choicehotels.com/hotel/AL339 115 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Suites 25. Comfort Suites Fultondale 1325 Old Walker Chapel Rd, Fultondale 35068 205-259-2160 , choicehotels.com/hotel/al222 70 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free HighSpeed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator 26. Country Inn & Suites Bessemer 4985 Academy Ct, Bessemer 35022 205-481-0007, countryinns.com, 66 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Indoor, Whirlpool

Room to breathe.

TRAVEL B R I L L I A NTLY. Marriott Birmingham 3590 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35243 205.968.4553 www.birminghammarriott.com Operated by PYRAMID HOTEL GROUP under license from Marriott International, Inc. or one of its affiliates.

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27. Country Inn & Suites Birmingham-Hoover

4400 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham 35243 205-968-3700, countryinns.com/birmingham-hotelal-35243/usabhal, 61 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Suites 28. Country Inn & Suites Homewood 485 Wildwood N Cir, Homewood 35209 205-451-4000, countryinns.com/hotels/alhomewd/ 70 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Coffee Makers, Fitness Center, Free HighSpeed Internet Access, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Laundry, Meeting Space , Pool Outdoor Seasonal 29. Courtyard by Marriott Downtown

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1820 5th Ave S, Birmingham 35233 205-254-0004, marriott.com/bhmdw, 122 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pantry or Cupboard, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Suites 30. Courtyard by Marriott Colonnade at Grandview

4300 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham 35243 205-967-4466, marriott.com/bhmsc, 122 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant, Whirlpool 1 2 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

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Birmingham Homewood

500 Shades Creek Pkwy, Homewood 35209 205-879-0400, marriott.com/bhmhw, 140 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant, Suites 32. Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Hoover

1824 Montgomery Hwy S, Hoover 35244 205-988-5000, marriott.com/bhmho, 153 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant, Whirlpool 33. Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Trussville 3665 Roosevelt Blvd, Birmingham 35235 205-661-2280, marriott.com/bhmtv, 84 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Suites 34. Days Inn Birmingham/West 905 11th Ct W, Birmingham 35204 205-324-4510, daysinn.com/DaysInn, 106 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Extended Stay, Fax and Copy Service, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool, Suite

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35. Days Inn Birmingham/Summit Mall 4627 US Hwy 280 S, Birmingham 35064 205-991-9977, daysinn.com, 102 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Extended Stay, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Suites 36. Days Inn Birmingham/Vestavia Hills 1485 Montgomery Hwy., Vestavia 35216, daysinn.com, 205.823.4300, 160 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant 37. Days Inn Galleria 1800 Riverchase Dr, Hoover 35244 205-985-7500, daysinn.com, 65 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free In-Room Coffee Makers, In-Room Hair Dryers, In-Room Iron & Ironing Board, Laundry, Pool 38. Days Inn Fultondale 616 Decatur Hwy, Fultondale 35068 205-849-0111, wyndhamhotels.com/days-inn, 74 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed

39. DoubleTree Hotel Birmingham 808 20th St S, Birmingham 35205 205-933-9000, doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/ alabama/doubletree-by-hilton-hotel-birminghamBHMDTDT/index.html, 298 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant, Room Service 40. Drury Inn & Suites

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3510 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham 35243 205-967-2450, druryhotels.com, 151 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Pool Indoor, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Whirlpool 41. Drury Inn & Suites Southwest 160 State Farm Pkwy, Birmingham 35209 205-940-9500, druryhotels.com, 139 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed, Pool Indoor, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Suites

BLISSFUL DAYS RELAXING NIGHTS Treat yourself to a refreshing getaway in the heart of the Uptown Entertainment District. Sleep well in a Heavenly Bed® and wake up to great amenities, including the iconic Todd English P.U.B. FOR INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION, VISIT WESTIN.COM/BIRMINGHAM OR CALL 205.307.3600.

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42. Econo Lodge 9225 Roebuck Pkwy E, Birmingham 35206, 205-836-5400 choicehotels.com, 89 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Meeting Space, Microwave, Refrigerator, Suites 43. Econo Lodge Vestavia 1535 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover 35216 205-822-6030, econolodge.com, 34 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Cable TV w/HBO, Express Check In, Free In Room Coffee Makers, Free Local Phone Calls, High Speed Internet Access, In Room Hair Dryers, In Room Iron & Ironing Board, No Pets Allowed, Outdoor Pool Seasonal, Restaurant/Bar, Studio 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites 44. Econo Lodge Oxmoor 195 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 35209 205-941-0990, choicehotels.com, 153 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Cable TV, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Fax and Copy Service, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Local Phone Calls, In-Room Hair Dryers, In-Room Iron & Ironing

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Board, Meeting Space, Microwaves/Refrigerators available, No Pets Allowed, Outdoor Pool Seasonal, Suites, Voice Mail 45. Economy Inn 1113 9th Ave SW, Bessemer 35022 205-424-9690, economyinnbessemer.com, 120 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay, Pets Allowed 46. Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection

by Marriott 1928 1st Ave N, Birmingham 35203-4008, 205-731-3600, marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmak-elyton-hotelautograph-collection, 117 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Concierge Services, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free HighSpeed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Room Service, Suites

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47. Embassy Suites Birmingham 2300 Woodcrest Place, Birmingham 35209 205-879-7400, embassysuites3.hilton.com/en/hotels/ alabama/embassy-suites-birmingham-BHMWCES/ index.html, 242 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, All Suites, Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Laundry, Lounge, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Room Service, Suites, Whirlpool 48. Embassy Suites Birmingham/Hoover 2960 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover 35244 205-985-9994, birminghamhoover.embassysuites.com, 208 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Laundry, Lounge, Managers Reception, Meeting Space 49. Extended Stay America -

Birmingham Inverness

101 Cahaba Park Cir, Birmingham 35242 205-408-0107, studioplus.com, 77 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Data ports, Fax and Copy Service, Free Local Phone Calls, High Speed Internet Access, In-Room Iron & Ironing Board, Kitchen, Laundry, Outdoor Pool Seasonal, Pets Allowed, Studio 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites, Voice Mail, Extended stay

50. Extended Stay America Birmingham

Perimeter Park South

12 Perimeter Park S, Birmingham 35243 800-EXT-STAY, homesteadhotels.com, 137 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay, Laundry, Pets Allowed 51. Extended Stay America Birmingham Wildwood 40 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood 35209 205-290-0102, extendedstayamerica.com, 72 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Laundry, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Suites 52. Fairfield Inn & Suites Birmingham

Fultondale/I-65

1795 Morris Ave, Fultondale 35068 205-849-8484, marriott.com/bhmbf, 75 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bilingual/Multilingual Staff, Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites, Whirlpool

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56. Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-

4980 Academy Ct, Bessemer 35022 205-277-1700, marriott.com/bhmbb, 76 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space, Pool Indoor

2021 Park Place, Birmingham 35203 205-322-2100, , hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/ alabama/hampton-inn-and-suites-birminghamdowntown-tutwiler-BHMDNHX/index.html, 149 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Restaurant, Suites

Birmingham/Bessemer

54. Grand Bohemian Hotel

Mountain Brook

2655 Lane Park Rd, Mountain Brook, 35223, 100 rooms 888-472-6312, grandbohemianmountainbrook.com ★ AMENITIES: Lounge, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant 55. Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham

Airport Area

950 Grants Mill Rd, Irondale 35210 205-933-0444, hamptoninn.hilton.com, 99 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Suites 1 6 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

Downtown-Tutwiler

57. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Hoover-Galleria

4520 Galleria Blvd, Birmingham 35244 205-380-3300, birminghamriverchasesuites. hamptoninn.com, 102 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Bilingual/Multilingual Staff, Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Laundry, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool

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Indoor, Refrigerator, Spa, Studio 1and 2 Bdrm. Suites, Suites, Whirlpool 58. Hampton Inn by Hilton Bessemer 4910 Civic Ln, Bessemer 35022 205-425-2010, bessemer.hamptoninn.com, 84 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 59. Hampton Inn by Hilton Colonnade 3400 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham 35243 205-967-0002, birminghamcolonnade.hamptoninn.com, 133 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 60. Hampton Inn Fultondale 1716 Fulton Rd, Fultondale 35068 205-439-6700, fultondale.hamptoninn.com, 65 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Concierge Service, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Managers Reception, Microwave, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator 61. Hampton Inn I-65/Lakeshore Drive 30 State Farm Pkwy, Birmingham 35209 205-313-2060, birmingham-lakeshoredrive. hamptoninn.com, 97 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 62. Hampton Inn by Hilton Leeds 310 Rex Lake Rd, Leeds 35094, 205-702-4141 birminghamleeds.hamptoninn.com, 105 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Concierge Service, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pantry or Cupboard, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 63. Hampton Inn by Hilton Mountain Brook

2731 Hwy 280 S, Mountain Brook 35223 205-870-7822, hamptoninn.com, 130 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers,

Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 64. Hampton Inn by Hilton Trussville 1940 Edwards Lake Rd, Birmingham 35235 35235-3716, 205-655-977 birminghamtrussville.hamptoninn.com, 78 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 65. Hassinger Daniels Mansion Bed & Breakfast

2028 Highland Ave. S., Birmingham 35205 205-930-5800, hassingerdanielsbb.com, 10 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bed & Breakfast 66. Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park 8 Perimeter Park S, Birmingham 35243 205-967-2700 birminghamperimeterpark.hilton.com, 204 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant, Suites 67. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham-Lakeshore

520 Wildwood Cir N, Birmingham 35209 205-314-0274 birminghamlakeshoredrive.gardeninn.com, 95 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pantry or Cupboard, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Suites 68. Hilton Garden Inn Trussville 3230 Edwards Lake Pkwy, Birmingham 35235 205-655-5222, birminghamtrussville.hgi.com, 104 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Concierge Service, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pantry or Cupboard, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Room Service

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Liberty Park

2090 Urban Center Pkwy., Vestavia Hills 35242 205-503-5220, birminghamselibertypark.stayhgi.com, 130 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pantry or Cupboard, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Suites, Whirlpool 70. Hilton Garden Inn Downtown 250 18th St S, Birmingham 35233, (205) 322-7937, hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/alabama/ hilton-garden-inn-downtown-birmingham-BHMDWGI/ index.html, 104 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pantry or Cupboard, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Room Service, Suites

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71. Hiway Host Motel 4301 Bessemer Super Hwy, Bessemer, 35020 205-425-4352, 35 rooms, ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay 72. Holiday Inn/Airport 5000 Richard Arrington Blvd N, Birmingham 35212 205-909-1999, holidayinn.com/bhm-airport 220 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites 73. Holiday Inn Homewood 492 Wildwood Cir N, Homewood 35209 205-942-6070, holidayinn.com, 110 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Whirlpool

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74. Holiday Inn Express & Suites -

Fultondale

1701 Main St., Fultondale 35068, 205-849-0047 ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/gb/en/ fultondale/bhmfd/hoteldetail, 100 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Suites 75. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bessemer

5001 Academy Dr, Bessemer 35022 205-424-2600, hiexpress.com/bessemeral, 63 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space, Pool Indoor 76. Holiday Inn Express Hotel

& Suites/Inverness

156 Resource Center Pkwy, Birmingham 35242 205-776-6370, hiexpress.com/inverness280, 96 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Suites 77. Holiday Inn Express Irondale 811 Old Grants Mill Rd, Irondale 35210 205-957-0555 hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/birmingham/iroal/ hoteldetail, 100 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Suites 78. Holiday Inn Express Trussville 5911 Valley Rd, Trussville 35173 205-655-2700, hiexpress.com/trussvilleal, 64 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bilingual/Multilingual Staff, Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites

79. Holiday Inn Hoover 2901 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover 35244 205-682-2901, holidayinn.com, 112 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Fitness Center, Free HighSpeed Internet Access, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Restaurant 80. Home2 Suites by Hilton Downtown 250 18th Street South, Birmingham 35233, (205) 3227933, home2suites3.hilton.com/en/hotels/alabama/ home2-suites-by-hilton-birmingham-downtownBHMDOHT/index.html, 106 rooms ★ AMENITIES: All Suites, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Full Kitchen, Laundry, Microwave, Pantry or Cupboard, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites 81. Homewood Lodge 103 Greensprings Hwy, Birmingham 35209 205-942-1263, 48 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay, Laundry 82. Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham/Downtown

1016 20th Street S, Birmingham 35205 205-703-9920, 105 rooms birminghamdowntownnearuab.homewoodsuites.com ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, All Suites, Bilingual/ Multilingual Staff, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Full Kitchen, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pantry or Cupboard, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator, Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites 83. Hotel Highland at Five Points South 1023 20th St S, Birmingham 35205 205-933-9555, thehotelhighland.com, 63 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Concierge Service, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Lounge, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Refrigerator, Suites

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84. Hyatt Place Birmingham/Hoover 2980 John Hawkins Pkwy, Birmingham 35244 205-988-8444, birminghamhoover.place.hyatt.com 128 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 85. Hyatt Regency Birmingham,

The Wynfrey Hotel

1000 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover 35244 205-705-1234, hyattregencywynfrey.com, 329 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Club Level Rooms with added amenities, Coffee Makers, Concierge Service, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant, Suites 86. InTown Suites Birmingham Central 90 Oxmoor Rd, Birmingham 35209 205-945-9154, intownsuites.com, 150 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

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87. Intown Suites/Birmingham North 1100 Huffman Rd, Birmingham 35215 205-856-4929, intownsuites.com, 137 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay 88. InTown Suites Vestavia Hills 424 Commons Dr, Homewood 35209, 205-942-1155 intownsuites.com, 135 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Extended Stay, Full Kitchen, Laundry 89. Kings Inn/Civic Center/UAB 1313 3rd Ave N, Birmingham 35203, 205-323-8806, booking.com/hotel/us/birmingham-1313-3rd-avenuenorth.html, 147 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Laundry, Microwave, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator 90. La Quinta Inn & Suites -

Birmingham/Homewood

60 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood 35209 205-290-0150, lq.com, 129 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Restaurant, Suites

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91. La Quinta Inn & Suites Fultondale 1207 Boots Blvd, Fultondale 35068 205-949-8700, lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile. do?ident=LQ6037&propId=6037, 66 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Laundry, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator 92. La Quinta Inn Birmingham

Cahaba Park South

513 Cahaba Park Cir, Birmingham 35242 205-995-9990, lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile. do?ident=LQ1008&propId=1008, 99 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Pets Allowed 93. Microtel Inn & Suites Gardendale

by Wyndham

850 Odum Rd, Gardendale 35071 800-771-7171 , microtelinn.com/hotel/29597, 81 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Extended Stay, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Suites

94. Microtel Inn & Suites Hoover 500 Jackson Dr, Hoover 35244 205-444-3033, hoovermicrotel.com, 59 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Meeting Space 95. Motel 6 Bessemer 1000 Shiloh Ln, Bessemer 35022, 205-426-9646, motel6.com/en/motels.al.bessemer.4928.html, 121 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Laundry, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 96. Motel 6 Birmingham 151 Vulcan Rd, Birmingham 35209 205-942-9414, motel6.com/reservations, 96 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay, Pets Allowed 97. Motel 8 Inn 5009 1st Ave N, Birmingham 35212 205-595-1991, 40 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

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98. Quality Inn & Suites Inverness 707 Key Dr, Birmingham 35242, 205-991-1055, qualityinn.com/hotel-birmingham-alabama-AL488 63 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Free Parking, Pool Indoor, Refrigerator 99. Quality Inn Bessemer 5021 Academy Ln, Bessemer 35022, 205-428-3194, qualityinn.com/hotel-bessemer-alabama-AL465 60 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 100. Quality Inn Fultondale 624 Decatur Highway, Fultondale 35068, 205-874-9689, choicehotels.com/alabama/fultondale/quality-innhotels/al500, 80 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Laundry, Microwave, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator 101. Quality Inn Homewood 155 Vulcan Rd, Homewood 35209, 205-945-9600, qualityinn.com/hotel-homewood-alabama-AL228 132 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal

Coffee Makers, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Suites 105. Red Roof Inn Birmingham South 1466 Montgomery Hwy, Birmingham 35216 877-229-6668, redroof.com/property/Birmingham/ AL/35216/-/RRI404/, 123 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Free HighSpeed Internet Access, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 106. Red Roof Inn Birmingham East -

Irondale

1813 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham 35210 205-956-3650, redroof.com/property/Irondale/ AL/352102031/-/RRI361/, 86 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bilingual/Multilingual Staff, Bus Parking, Coffee Makers, Free Parking, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Refrigerator 107. Relax Inn 6101 1st Ave N, Birmingham 35212 205-591-5575, hotels.com, 38 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay 108. Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa

102. Quality Inn - Airport Southeast 3910 Kilgore Memorial Dr, Irondale 35210 205-956-4100, qualityinn.com/hotel-birminghamalabama-AL310, 70 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Free HighSpeed Internet Access, Laundry, Pool Outdoor Seasonal

4000 Grand Ave, Birmingham 35226 205-916-7677, rossbridgeresort.com, 258 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Concierge Service, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pool Indoor, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Spa, Suites, Whirlpool

103. Quality Inn Trussville 4730 Norrel Dr, Trussville 35173, 205-661-9323, choicehotels.com/hotel/al466, 60 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Suites

109. Residence Inn Birmingham Downtown at UAB

104. Ramada Birmingham Airport 5216 Messer Airport Hwy, Birmingham 35212 205-591-6004, ramada.com/hotels/alabama/ birmingham/ramada-birmingham-airportbirmingham/hotel-overview, 197 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, 2 2 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

821 20th St S, Birmingham 35205, 800-331-3131, marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmri-residence-innbirmingham-downtown-at-uab, 129 rooms ★ AMENITIES: All Suites, Business Center, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free HighSpeed Internet Access, Full Kitchen, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator, Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites

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110. Residence Inn Homewood 50 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood 35209 205-943-0044, marriott.com/BHMHM, 120 rooms ★ AMENITIES: All Suites, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Full Kitchen, Laundry, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal

Refrigerator, Restaurant, Room Service, Suites, Whirlpool

111. Residence Inn Hoover 2725 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover 3524, 205-733-1655, marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmrh-residence-innbirmingham-hoover, 118 rooms ★ AMENITIES: All Suites, Bus Parking, Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Full Kitchen, Laundry, Managers Reception, Meeting Space, Microwave, Pantry or Cupboard, Pets Allowed, Pool Outdoor Seasonal, Refrigerator

114. Sleep Inn Bessemer 1259 Greenmor Dr, Bessemer 35023, 205-424-0000, sleepinn.com/hotel-bessemer-alabama-AL445, 73 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Interior Corridors, Pool Outdoor Seasonal

112. Sheraton Birmingham Hotel 2101 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham 35203, 205-324-5000, sheraton.com/birmingham, 757 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, Business Center, Club Level Rooms with added amenities, Coffee Makers, Concierge Service, Dry Cleaning Services, Fitness Center, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Lounge, Meeting Space, Pool Indoor,

113. Siesta Motel 2510 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham 35210 205-956-1400, 99 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

115. Southern Comfort Motel 725 3rd Ave W, Birmingham 35204 205-785-9823, 25 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay 116. Springhill Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown 2024 4th Ave S, Birmingham 35205, 205-322-8600 marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmsd, 150 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Airport Shuttle Service, All Suites, Bus 8 0 0. 4 5 8 . 8 0 8 5 | I N B I R M I N G H A M . CO M | 2 3

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119. Super 8 Homewood Birmingham Area 140 Vulcan Rd, Birmingham 35209 205-945-9888, super8.com, 95 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Coffee Makers, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Free Parking, Interior Corridors, Laundry, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Refrigerator, Suites 120. The Redmont, Hilton Curio Brand 2101 5th Ave N, Birmingham 205-324-2101, theredmonthotel.com, 120 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Fitness Center, Lounge, Meeting Space, Restaurant, Room Service 121. The Westin Birmingham 2221 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N, 35203, 205-307-3600, westinbirmingham.com, 294 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Outdoor Pool, Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Public Areas; Fitness Center; Meeting Space; Restaurant 122. Tourway Inn 1101 6th Ave N, Birmingham 35203 205-252-3921, hotels.com, 70 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

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123. TownePlace Suites by Marriott 500 Wildwood Cir N, Homewood 35209 205-943-0114, marriott.com/bhmth, 128 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Business Center, Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Dry Cleaning Services, Extended Stay, Fax and Copy Service, Fitness Center, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Fully Equipped Kitchens, Kitchenette, Laundry, Pets Allowed, Pool, Studio 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites 124. Travel Inn 275 Oxmoor Rd, Birmingham 35209 205-942-0919, travelinnbham.com, 100 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Free High-Speed Internet Access, Meeting Space, Pool Outdoor Seasonal

127. USA Economy Lodge Irondale 7941 Crestwood Blvd., Birmingham 35210 205-956-8211, usaeconomyhotels.com, 206 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay, Fitness Center, Free Parking, Laundry, Pool Outdoor Seasonal 128. WoodSpring Suites Birmingham-Bessemer

5535 Academy Drive, Bessemer, 35022 205-428-4140, woodspring.com, 124 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay,

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125. Travelers Rest Motel 1066 Forestdale Blvd., Forestdale, 35214 205.798.3831, 33 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

126. USA Economy Lodge Homewood 400 Beacon Pkwy W, Birmingham, 35209 205-942-2031, usaeconomyhotels.com, 190 rooms ★ AMENITIES: Extended Stay

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A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM ATTRACTIONS

WHAT TO SEE

Wedgwood to water parks. Zip lines to zebras. Art, science and history museums.

Civil War and Civil Rights. Birmingham attractions address all interests and encompass an assortment of activities.

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1. Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame

Outside on the sidewalk, visitors can feel the rhythm. From the boogie-woogie beginnings of Clarence “Pinetop” Smith to the velvet crooning of Nat King Cole, legendary jazz greats are immortalized in the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, within the historic Carver Theatre. Interactive exhibits also recall the contributions of Sun Ra and His Intergalactic Space Arkestra, along with Duke Ellington, Lionel Hampton and Erskine Hawkins.

Open Tues – Sat, 10 am – 5 pm. Admission.

1631 4th Ave N. 205-254-2731. jazzhall.com *Closed for renovations

2. Alabama Museum of Health Sciences

Located on the campus of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the museum is noted for its collection of small ivory 16th and 17th century anatomical models, a collection of wax moulage and an antique iron lung. The museum also houses a collection of rare and important medical books and manuscripts dating to the Middle Ages. Open Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm.

Lister Hill Library, University of Alabama at Birmingham. 1700 University Blvd.

205-934-4475. uab.edu/historical/museum.html *Closed for renovations

3. Alabama Splash Adventure Waterpark

Alabama Splash Adventure is a combination waterpark and amusement park offering a variety of waterslides, thrilling rides and activities for all ages. Attractions include the UpSurge! tube ride, a large 800,000 gallon wave pool, lazy river and water playground with interactive features like geysers and buckets.

For thrill-seekers, the park has Splashdown where you plunge 50-feet in an enclosed tube into a giant bowl where you'll spin round and round until you fall out the bottom and for extreme dare devils, Acapulco Drop is 9-story vertical drop speed slide. In 2015, The Rampage wooden roller coaster reopened along with five new rides. 4599 Alabama Adventure Pkwy, Bessemer. Located off Exit 110 at I-459 & I-20. 205-481-4750. alabamasplash.com

4. Alabama Sports Hall of Fame

Displays include memorabilia from the late University of Alabama Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant, a tribute to Olympic great Jesse Owens, and other displays showcasing the careers of Alabama-connected sports figures such as Hank Aaron, Willie Mays and Joe Louis.

Open Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm. Admission.

2150 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd.

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5. Alabama Theatre

Built in 1927, the Alabama Theatre is one of the nation’s last operating movie palaces, featuring first-run and revival films, concerts and other special events. The “Mighty Wurlitzer” organ still rises from the orchestra pit and is often played to accompany silent films. Tours by appointment. Call for special events schedule.

Admission. 1817 3rd Ave N. 205-252-2262. alabamatheatre.com

6. Alabama Veteran’s Memorial

Amid peaceful Alabama woodlands, you can peruse the names of Alabamians lost to war.

A time line in the Memorial walkway outlines historic events of the 20th and 21st centuries, visitors will find descriptions of Alabama’s 23 Medal of Honor recipients of the 20th century, and in the courtyard, Medal of Honor stories appear on columns with artwork and letters.

I-459, exit Liberty Park. 205-985-9488. alabamaveterans.org

Alabama Wine Trail

Wine enthusiasts are delighted to find vineyards and wineries in the Birmingham area.

Be sure to sample the robust muscadine and delicate peach wines made from local fruit.

Call for information on tours, wine tastings and hours of operation.

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7. Vizzini Farms Winery

800 Hwy 87, Calera (exit 234 off I-65 S).

205-685-0655. vizzinifarmswinery.com

8. Ozan Vineyard & Cellars

173 Hwy 301, Calera (exit 228 off I-65 S).

205-668.6926. ozanwine.com

9. Morgan Creek Vineyards

181 Morgan Creek Lane, Harpersville (26 miles on Hwy. 280 E.) 205-672-2053. morgancreekwinery.com

10. Aldridge Gardens

Aldridge Gardens, a 30-acre natural garden with a 5-acre lake, beautiful hydrangeas and now features the largest Frank Fleming Collection in the area, an art gallery on site and sculptures throughout the property. Aldridge Gardens is truly Birmingham area’s “best kept secret.” Aldrige Gardens, Nature and Art in Balance. 3530 Lorna Rd, Hoover.

205-682-8019 or aldridgegardens.com

11. American Village

This Colonial-style village is set on more than 100 rural acres, just south of Birmingham.

Costumed interpreters guide visitors on a trip back in time to America’s journey for independence. Tours Mon – Fri at 10 am, noon and 2 pm. Special programs for groups by appointment. Admission. 3727 Hwy 119.

205-665-3535. americanvillage.org

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12. Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens

The city’s only antebellum home, the mansion is fully restored and contains a fine collection of antiques and decorative arts including 19th century furniture, textiles, silver and paintings.

During the Civil War, Arlington Antebellum home was spared from destruction when Union troops used the home as headquarters. Open Tues – Sat, 10 am – 4p m; Sun, 1 pm – 4 pm (tickets sold until 3pm) Admission.

331 Cotton Ave SW. 205-780-5656. informationbirmingham.com/arlington

13. Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum Home to the world’s best motorcycle collection, the museum now has more than 1200 vintage and modern motorcycles and racecars and the largest collection of Lotus cars as well as other significant makes. The museum is adjacent to Barber Motorsports Park, a world-class 2.3 mile road course and home to the Honda Grand Prix of Alabama.

Open Mon – Sat, 10 am – 5 pm; Sun, noon – 5 pm. Admission.

6030 Barber Motorsports Pkwy. 205-699-7275. barbermuseum.org 3 0 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

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14. Birmingham Botanical Gardens

The glory of nature in the heart of the city— that’s the promise of the 67-acre Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The gardens are Alabama’s largest living museum with more than 10,000 different plants in 25 themed areas. The gardens also have more than 30 works of original outdoor sculpture and miles of walking paths.

The Birmingham Botanical Gardens also has the largest public horticulture library in the U.S., conservatories, a wildflower garden, two rose gardens and Japanese Gardens with a traditionally crafted tea house. Open sunrise to sunset daily.

2612 Lane Park Rd. 205-414-3900. bbgardens.org

15. Birmingham Civil Rights Heritage Trail

The Birmingham Civil Rights Heritage Trail winds through downtown, marking significant locations along Civil Rights march routes.

Designed as a self-guided tour, the route includes signs marking actual civil rights events that occurred on the very streets that are a part of this trail. Beginning at Kelly Ingram Park, corner of 6th Ave N and 16th St. Follow maps on signs.

ATTRACTIONS A DOZEN REASONS PEOPLE LOVE THE ‘HAM People like being in Birmingham. It’s hip without the pretense—cool without the exertion. It’s just one of the best places in the South to be these days.

Here are a dozen reasons why: 1. The shopping is jaw-dropping.

The retail center of the state is brimming with malls, high-end boutiques and outlet shopping.

2. Live music is Birmingham’s signature entertainment.

Great music is steadily underway at city parks, music halls and historic venues.

3. We golf year-round.

Yep. The weather’s just that good.

4. The food is astounding.

And affordable. Birmingham enjoys a rockstar culinary reputation.

5. Size does matter.

See the world’s largest collection of vintage motorcycles and the largest cast iron statue in the world.

6. Our ballpark is right downtown.

It’s brand new and has a killer view of the skyline.

7. Our entertainment districts are…well… entertaining.

See some colorful characters. Shop for vinyl records. Drink a craft brew.

8. We’re in motion.

The great outdoors calls to hikers, boaters, golfers and those of us who just like to ride the zip lines 9. Our festivals are big fun.

We’ll celebrate just about anything---art, music, crawfish, animals, butterbeans, independent film, the Fourth of July, the fifth of July.…

10. We specialize in specialty shops.

Ever had a gourmet peanut butter popsicle? Or buy earrings at a place called Naked Art? 11. You can see where world history was made.

Birmingham’s role in America’s Civil Rights Movement changed the world.

12. You’ll feel the local love.

Birmingham likes nothing better than having company.

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16. Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

Richly detailed exhibits in the Civil Rights Institute reveal slices of black and white life in Alabama from the late 1800s to the present.

A series of galleries tells the stories of daily life for African-Americans in the state and the nation and how dramatically different it was from the lives white people of that era took for granted. The powerful Movement Gallery presents the Civil Rights Movement from 1955 to 1963. Here a picture emerges of the bad old days of “Bombingham,” a reference to the relentless violence that rocked the city in the late 1950s and early ‘60s. In the final exhibits, the Processional Gallery uses life-size figures representing all ages and races to portray the “walk to freedom.” Open Tues – Sat, 10 am – 5 pm; Sun, 1 pm – 5 pm. Admission.

520 16th St N. 205-328-9696. bcri.org

17. Birmingham Holocaust Education Center

Dedicated to the history and lessons of the Holocaust, the BHEC houses a variety of exhibits and resources. On permanent display is the acclaimed “Darkness into Life” exhibit of photography, art and narratives from 20 Holocaust survivors who settled in Alabama.

With more than 2,100 volumes available for loan and on-site study, BHEC also has the largest Holocaust Studies Library in the Southeast. 2222 Arlington Ave S. 205-795-4176. bhamholocausteducation.org

18. Birmingham Museum of Art

The Birmingham Museum of Art has one of the finest collections in the Southeast. More than 24,000 objects represent a rich panorama of cultures, including Asian, European, American, African, Pre-Columbian and Native American. Highlights include the museum’s collection of Asian art, considered the finest and most comprehensive in the Southeast, and its collection of Vietnamese ceramics, one of the finest in the world; a remarkable Kress collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the late 13th century to the 1750s; the collection of 18th century European decorative

ATTRACTIONS arts, which includes superior examples of English ceramics and French furniture; and the museum’s world-renowned collection of Wedgwood, the largest outside of England.

Excellent café. Open Tues – Sat, 10 am – 5 pm; Sun, noon – 5 pm. Donations welcome.

2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd.

205-254-2565. artsbma.org

19. Birmingham Public Library

The main library is made up of two stunning buildings, the East Building with its dramatic atrium and the 1927 Linn-Henley Research Library with its beautiful wall murals.

Hundreds of visitors come to the main library each year to access their extensive genealogical resources. Open Mon – Tues, 9 am – 8 pm; Wed – Sat, 9 am – 6 pm; Sun, 2pm – 6pm.

2100 Park Place. 205-226-3600. bplonline.org

20. Birmingham Race Course

A spacious pari-mutuel racing facility, the Birmingham Race Course is open yearround. Patrons enjoy live greyhound racing and simulcast events from the country’s top thoroughbred and greyhound racetracks. Must be 19 or older to play. Open daily 11 am – 1 am.

1000 John Rogers Dr. 205-838-7500. birminghamracecourse.com

21. Birmingham Zoo

One of the state’s most popular attractions, the Birmingham Zoo is an ever-evolving adventure. Visitors come from around the Southeast to see shows such as the Rhino Encounter, the Giraffe Feedings, the Lorikeet Aviary, the Predator Zone and the Sea Lion Splash Show. The zoo is blazing new trails in elephant conservation with the opening of

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Trails of Africa is a mixed-species exhibit that includes a bull elephant herd, red river hogs, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras and more.

Concessions and dining on site. Open daily 9 am – 5 pm. Extended hours for special events.

Admission. 2630 Cahaba Rd. 205-879-0409. birminghamzoo.com

22. Eternal Word Television Network – EWTN

One of the best known religious sites in Birmingham is EWTN, the Eternal Word Television Network, founded by Mother Mary Angelica, broadcasting daily from the grounds of Our Lady of the Angels Monastery. Mother Angelica hosted “Mother Angelica Live!” on EWTN until she suffered a debilitating stroke in 2001.

Today daily Mass, music, news and devotionals are broadcast round the clock to more than 230 million television households in more than 140 countries and territories. Tours by appointment only. 205-271-2900. ewtn.com

23. Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum

Alabama’s official railroad museum, the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum has operating

standard gauge and narrow gauge trains and two restored depots housing a good collection of railroad artifacts. Also on the grounds is a collection of railway cars, locomotives and cabooses. Train rides available—call for dates and times. Museum open Tues – Sat, 9 am – 4 pm. Donations welcome. 1919 9th St, Calera.

205-668-3435. hodrrm.org

24. High Point Climbing and Fitness

High Point Birmingham brings world class climbing to Alabama with 25,000 square feet of indoor climbing surface featuring walls up to 52+ feet tall. They also offer a kid zone, bouldering room, weight and aerobic rooms, and yoga classes! Climbing clubs and teams can be joined at anytime. Day passes available. 4766 Highway 280. 205-981-9190; highpointclimbing.com/birmingham

25. Kelly Ingram Park

Called a “Place of Revolution and Reconciliation,” Kelly Ingram Park in Birmingham’s Civil Rights District is adjacent to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and historic 16th Street Baptist Church. The park served as a staging area for demonstrations in the early 1960s, including the ones in which police dogs and fire hoses were turned on

The Pizitz Food Hall The historic Pizitz department store building in downtown Birmingham is now open and teaming with diners. Pizitz Food Hall brings interesting new culinary experiences to the city, with 13 food stalls serving everything from Poke to dumplings and banh mi. The hall also serves savory Indian pancakes, Ethiopian and Vietnamese dishes, alongside our familiar soul food. All dishes can be accompanied by adult beverages at The Louis, a central bar. A former bustling department store, Pizitz originally opened in 1923. thepizitz.com/foodhall

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An audio tour, available via your cell phone, takes you on a journey through the most dramatic days of the Civil Rights Movement in Birmingham.

Bounded by 16th and 17th Streets and 5th and 6th Avenues North.

26. “Letter From Birmingham Jail” Historic Marker

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. wrote his famous “Letter from Birmingham Jail” in April 1963 while he was incarcerated for violating an injunction that prohibited public civil rights demonstrations in Birmingham. He wrote it in response to a handful of Alabama’s leading white religious leaders who had issued a public statement questioning the motives and methods of the King-led demonstrations in the city.

425 6th Ave S.

27. McWane Science Center

Four floors of hands-on exhibits and an IMAX Dome Theatre are all part of the fun of learning at McWane Science Center. Celebrating science and discovery, the exhibits include everything from dinosaurs to space travel. Play tunes with your feet on the Giant Piano and learn about gravity with a ride on the High Cycle. Pet the sharks and stingrays in the Shark & Ray Touch Tank and check out the Zoetrope for visual illusions of motion from still pictures. Open September – May, Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm; Sat, 10 am – 6 pm; Sun, noon – 6 pm. June – August, Mon – Sat, 10 am – 6 pm; Sun, noon – 6 pm.

Admission. 200 19th St N. 205-714-8300. mcwane.org

28. Mercedes-Benz US International Visitors Center

Mercedes-Benz US International (MBUSI) in nearby Vance, builds the M-Class, the R-Class and the GL-Class vehicles. The visitors center, the first one of its kind outside Germany, displays the star studded history of DaimlerBenz. This architectural showcase brings to life 8 0 0 . 4 5 8 . 8 0 8 5 | W W W. I N B I R M I N G H A M . O RG | 3 5

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11 Mercedes Dr, Vance, Alabama. 205-507-2252. mbusi.com

29. Negro Southern League Museum

This interactive facility tells the story of the Birmingham Black Barons and other baseball greats who played at Birmingham’s Rickwood Field, the oldest ballpark in the country.

Displays include the oldest Negro League trophy, along with uniforms and artifacts.

Located at Regions Field on the corner of 1st Ave S and 16th St S 469-951-8156, birminghamnslm.org

30. Oak Mountain State Park

Downtown Walking Tour Birmingham’s downtown district is walkable and filled with historic architecture. The Historic Buildings of Downtown Birmingham and Five Points South is available at Tourist Information Centers and guides visitors through some of the most interesting parts of the city—Upper Downtown, Downtown West, Lower Downtown and the Heart of Five Points South. You can also download the guide at inbirmingham.com.

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More outdoor adventure can be found at Alabama’s largest state park. The 10,000-acre park has a sandy beach area fronting the lake, rental boats and fishing equipment, an 18-hole golf course, and some of the best mountain biking trails in the Southeast. The Wildlife Center and Treetop Nature Trail give visitors up-close views of hawks and owls that cannot be released into the wild. Overnight accommodations also are available within the park. Open every day, 7 am – 5 pm. Admission. 200 Terrace Dr. 205620-2520. dcnr.state.al.us

31. Peanut Depot

Roasting peanuts since 1907, come visit us at our new location and see our operations first hand—A Birmingham institution. 3009 Messer Airport Hwy., 205-251-3314

32. Peanut Place

Peanut roasting is a Birmingham tradition on historic Morris Avenue. Stop in for roasted or Cajun-style peanuts and a visit with the friendly owner. Open Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm; Saturday, 10 am – 1 pm.

2016 Morris Avenue, 205-837-4781

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33. Pepper Place Saturday Market

(seasonal) April – December The Pepper Place Saturday Market is a much-anticipated weekly event, taking place Saturday mornings from early spring through late fall. The region’s farming families converge on a lot in the Lakeview District to sell fresh vegetables and flowers, fresh-baked breads, cakes and pies, and even fresh honey. Local musicians and Birmingham’s finest chefs join the farming community and market patrons for entertainment and cooking demonstrations. A former Dr. Pepper bottling plant, Pepper Place is also known for its shops that have made it a premier design center. 2829 2nd Ave S. 205802-2100. pepperplacemarket.com

34. Rickwood Field

Built in 1910, Rickwood Field is America’s oldest baseball park. During its heyday, Rickwood hosted baseball greats such as Jackie Robinson, Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Lorenzo “Piper” Davis, Willie Mays and “Shoeless” Joe Jackson. Friends and fans eagerly await the annual Rickwood Classic, a game that pits the AA Birmingham Barons against a regular Southern League rival.

Team members dress in vintage uniforms,

and people come from around the country to celebrate baseball history. The authenticity of Rickwood is being carefully preserved by the Friends of Rickwood Field. Open Mon – Fri, 8 am – 5 pm. Check events schedule for expanded hours. 1137 2nd Ave W. 205-458-8161. rickwood.com

35. Sixteenth Street Baptist Church National Historic Landmark

The Sixteenth Street Baptist Church is Birmingham’s most famous Civil Rights landmark. On a September Sunday morning in 1963, four African-American schoolgirls were in the basement of the church just prior to the worship service. A bomb set by Ku Klux Klansmen ripped through that side of the church, killing 11-year-old Denise McNair, Carole Robertson, Cynthia Wesley and Addie Mae Collins, all 14 years old. The bombing was a turning point in the status of race relations locally and nationally. Now a National Historic Landmark, the church is a reminder of man’s inhumanity and his capacity for love and forgiveness. The sanctuary of the church contains a massive stained glass window of Christ, given in memoriam from the people 8 0 0. 4 5 8 . 8 0 8 5 | I N B I R M I N G H A M . CO M | 3 7

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of Wales following the bombing. Tours by appointment. Donations welcome. 1530 6th Ave N. 205-251-9402; 16thstreetbaptist.org

36. Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark

Sloss is a 32-acre blast furnace plant where iron was made for nearly 100 years. Now a museum of history and industry, the site preserves a collection of machinery, buildings and industrial structures. These artifacts typify the first 100 years of Birmingham’s history and the technology that drove America’s rise to world industrial dominance. Sloss is the only 20th century blast furnace in the country being preserved and interpreted as a museum.

Additional interest at Sloss is the speculation that the furnaces are haunted by a former foundryman. Open Tues – Sat, 10 am – 4 pm; Sun, noon – 4 pm. Donations welcome.

20 32nd St N. 205-324-1911. slossfurnaces.com

37. Southern Museum of Flight

The Southern Museum of Flight is dedicated to investigating, preserving and promoting the rich stories of Southern aviation. Among the top exhibits are the Korean War jets, the Tuskegee Airmen diorama, the Lake Murray B-25, and the Vietnam War helicopters. Ship

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models and full-size aircraft carriers also are in the collection. Open Tues – Sat, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm. Admission. 4343 73rd St N. 205-833-8226. southernmuseumofflight.org

38. Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park

With more than 1,500 acres for hiking and camping, Tannehill is well suited for outdoor recreation. The old ironworks and a collection of 19th century buildings give visitors a glimpse into life in Alabama in the 1800s. Steeped in history, Tannehill has a cotton gin, a pioneer farm, a working gristmill and a country store, along with the Iron and Steel Museum with artifacts from Alabama’s iron industry heritage. From spring through fall, visitors find blacksmithing, milling and many other activities underway in the park. The third weekend of each month, from March through November, shoppers and swappers come from near and far to Trade Days in search of quilts, clothing, jewelry, knives, furniture and other treasures.

Open daily 7 am – sunset. Admission.

12632 Confederate Pkwy. 205-477-5711. tannehill.org

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Vulcan is the largest cast iron statue in the world and Birmingham’s city symbol. Standing high atop Red Mountain, the 56-foot-high statue has an observation balcony on its pedestal for a panoramic view of the city. Vulcan is patterned after the mythical Roman god of the forge, a nod to the city’s powerful position in the iron and steel industry in the first part of the 20th century. The statue was created as Birmingham’s

exhibit in the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis and won the exposition’s grand prize. The museum at Vulcan has interactive exhibits and displays that portray the region’s history and progress.

Museum open Mon – Sun, 10am – 6pm; Observation balcony open Mon – Sun, 10am – 10pm. Admission. 1701 Valley View Dr., 205-933-1409. visitvulcan.com

Silver Anniversary for Golden Trail A quarter of a century ago, Alabama wasn’t especially noted for its superior golfing. That all changed when Dr. David Bronner, head of the Retirement Systems of Alabama, took a notion to build some golf courses.

Dr. Bronner envisioned the state as a world-class golf destination, one that would create new tourism opportunities and other economic development. So during the years of 1990-1993, a construction crew, led by the master plans of famed course architect Robert Trent Jones, built 18 courses at seven different locations—all at the same time.

The spine of courses that runs from the mountains in the northern part of the state

to the beach in the south was christened the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.

Now 25 years later, the trail has 26 courses at 11 facilities in every corner of Alabama.

Golfers from all 50 states and an average of 20 foreign countries have played nearly 12 million rounds of golf since the trail opened.

Birmingham’s first RTJ course, the Oxmoor Valley course which opened in 1992, has gotten major renovations and upgrades. The Ross Bridge course, which opened in 2005, is one of the longest golf courses in the world and among the most beautiful.

The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is the world’s largest golf undertaking. rtjgolf.com

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National Monument: A Must-See for Visitors IN ONE OF HIS FINAL ACTS AS PRESIDENT, Barack Obama signed a proclamation naming the Birmingham Civil Rights District a national monument.

Birmingham was Ground Zero for the civil rights campaign in 1963, an era marked by attacks and jail cells on one side and non-violence and the resolute certainty of a better tomorrow on the other.

The national monument encompasses historic sites downtown that were significant to the revolution that took place in the streets of Birmingham in the 1960s. One of those sites is the city’s most famous civil rights landmark, the 16th Street Baptist Church. In 4 0 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

the basement of the church on a September Sunday morning in 1963, a dynamite bomb set

by Ku Klux Klansmen ripped through the side of the church, killing four African-American schoolgirls. Killed in the bombing were 11-yearold Denise McNair, Carole Robertson, Cynthia Wesley and Addie Mae Collins, all 14 years old.

The bombing horrified the nation and the world and was a turning point in race relations in the country.

Included in the national monument district is Birmingham’s Bethel Baptist Church, credited with shaping the Civil Rights Movement here. Civil rights legend, the Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth, was pastor of

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Bethel Baptist Church from 1953 through 1961.

The church often served as a gathering place for discussions of civil rights among blacks, gatherings that angered white supremacists. In 1958, Bethel Baptist was bombed, though the church was empty at the time. The bombing cemented Shuttlesworth’s fiery determination to bring Birmingham to the center of the Civil Rights Movement.

The national monument includes historic Kelly Ingram Park. The park served as a congregating area for demonstrations in the early 1960s, including the ones in which police dogs and fire hoses were turned on marchers

by Birmingham police. Images of those

attacks haunted Birmingham in the decades that followed, but they were the same images that were instrumental in overturning legal segregation.

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, the Colored Masonic Temple, St. Paul Lutheran Church and portions of the 4th Avenue Business District, which arose from blacks being shunned by white merchants, are included in the national monument. Also part of the designation is the A.G. Gaston Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. met and collaborated with allies during the Birmingham campaign.

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A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM SHOPPING

WHERE TO SHOP

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Birmingham is the unrivaled retail giant of Alabama. From outlet malls to upscale boutiques, shopping opportunities are near endless.

Devoted shoppers know that in Birmingham the buying spree can go on for days, fueled by the huge selection of places to purchase.

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Brookwood Village

Conveniently located in the suburb of Homewood right off 280 Highway, shoppers find specialty stores as well as larger retailers such as Macy’s and Books-A-Million. Also in the complex are several good restaurants. Garage and courtesy valet parking is available. Shades Creek Parkway (Alabama 149) between U.S. 280 and U.S. 31. shopbrookwoodvillage.com

Downtown Birmingham

Investigating downtown shopping is an adventure in itself. Start out on 2nd Avenue North where you’ll find Charm (2329 2nd Ave. North), a delightful little boutique with new and vintage handmade jewelry, purses, scarves and more. Just across the street is Faith Skate Supply (2328 2nd Ave. No.) for skateboarding enthusiasts. You’ll also find good restaurants and bars in the 2nd Avenue area.

Move on to downtown 20th Street to the historic Bon Ton Hatters, where you can get your hat steam cleaned while you get the best shoeshine in town. Just off 20th on Third Avenue North is a treasure trove of memories at Reed Books (see Arts and Antiques section).

Head further south down 20th into historic Five Points South. A good photo background here is “The Storyteller,” a fountain designed

by Birmingham-native sculptor Frank Fleming. While in this district, stop in at Charlemagne Record Exchange, if only for the atmosphere and the personnel. Also check out McNolia’s Cards and Gifts for funky stuff and The Golden Temple, where herbal supplements are sold alongside Birkenstocks®. alabama.travel/road-trips/birmingham-taking-itto-the-streets-downtown

Downtown Homewood

Old-style shopping along main street in the Birmingham suburb of Homewood includes upscale clothing shops, home decorating stores, and nationally acknowledged high-end antique galleries. A stop by Savage’s Bakery, a local landmark, is a necessity. Soho Square has restaurants at sidewalk level below residential lofts. Homewood is also home to The Alabama Booksmith, an independent bookstore selling only signed editions. 18th Street (and beyond), Homewood. homewoodchamber.org

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English Village, Mountain Brook Village and Crestline Village

In the heart of the suburb of Mountain Brook are three distinct shopping areas. English Village has restaurants, coffee houses and garden shops.

Mountain Brook Village has art shops, high-end boutiques and home furnishing stores. (Don’t miss a stroll through Smith’s Variety for a good selection of toys and old-fashioned candy bins.)

Crestline Village has a nice mix of restaurants and high fashion shops with special emphasis on children’s clothing. welcometomountainbrook.com

Patton Creek

The shopping area combines a “main street” element with parking and sidewalks in front of a mix of shops and restaurants, with retailers such as Ulta Salon, World Market and DSW. In the Birmingham suburb of Hoover between I-459, the Riverchase Galleria, and Alabama 150. mallsandoutlets.com 4 4 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

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Pepper Place

For a different sort of shopping experience and a clear departure from the mall scene, Pepper Place is your destination. Pepper Place, an old Dr. Pepper syrup plant houses an eclectic mix of home furnishing shops, art galleries and architectural stores. During the spring and summer months, tourists and residents alike flock to the Pepper Place Market, an outdoor farmers market with chef demonstrations every Saturday. Alongside the tomatoes, squash and peaches, shoppers find hand-crafted clothing, yard ornaments, honey, organic soaps, goat cheese and scones. Pepper Place is also home to the wildly popular Ovenbird restaurant. pepperplacemarket.com

Riverchase Galleria

Housed beneath the world’s longest skylight are more than 200 shops, a dozen restaurants and a colorful carousel. Look for Abercrombie

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& Fitch, Aeropostale, Brookstone and Claire’s, just to start with the ABCs of stores in this twostory city under glass. riverchasegalleria.com

The Outlet Shops of Grand River

This set of outlet stores is situated in the picturesque landscape of the Cahaba River Valley. A sampling of the distinctive outlet and specialty stores are Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, Coach, Fossil, Eddie Bauer H & M and more. Check out the new Coyote Drive-In Theater and the 18-hole mini-golf course, too. shopsofgrandriver.com

The Summit

Birmingham’s premiere shopping destination, this open air mall has more than 100 stores and lots of restaurants. The Summit has locally-owned shops along with Saks, Lucky Brand, Gus Mayer, Chico’s, bebe and Pottery

Barn. And that’s just six. You’ll find good eats at The Summit, too, at places such as P.F. Chang’s, Flip Burger and Urban Cookhouse. At I-459 and U.S. 280. thesummitonline.com

Trussville Shopping

The booming suburb of Trussville includes three large shopping areas. Target and Booksa-Million anchor the mall on U.S. 11. A second shopping area occupies both sides of Chalkville Road, just after the first I-59 Trussville exit, with a Wal-Mart and cinema on one side and Kohl’s anchoring the other. The third cluster of shops is the Pinnacle Shopping Center, located behind Target and anchored by Belk and Best Buy. colonialprop.com For detailed shopping itineraries, visit inbirmingham.com.

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A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM ANTIQUES

WHERE TO ANTIQUE

Good taste and distinctive style have attracted much attention from retailers, as well as from prominent national antique and lifestyle magazines. From Weller pottery to Baccarat chandeliers, antique shops in the Birmingham area are noted for their varied selections at reasonable prices.

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1. 5TH AVE ANTIQUES

2410 5th Ave S, Birmingham 205-320-0500 5thaveantiques.com 2. ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE

200 28th St S, Birmingham 205-322-3538 architecturalheritage.com

8. CHRISTOPHER HOUSE ANTIQUES

15. HOMEWOOD ANTIQUES

9. CIRCA INTERIORS & ANTIQUES

16. HOOVER ANTIQUE GALLERY

3205 2nd Ave S, Birmingham 205-581-0202 2831 Culver Rd, Birmingham 205-868-9199

3. ARGENT

2949 18th St S, Homewood 205-871-4221 4. BAMA FLEA MARKET AND ANTIQUES

11. GARDENDALE FLEA MALL & ANTIQUE CENTER

1605 Ashville Rd, Leeds 205-699-2499, bamafleamall.com 5. CANARY GALLERY

2405 Decatur Hwy, Gardendale 205-631-7451 gardendalefleamall.com

2201 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-224-5300 canarygalleryllc.com

12. GREYSTONE ANTIQUES

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13. HANNA ANTIQUES/ BOOKS! BY GEORGE

2329 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-322-9023, charmonsecond.com 7. CHRISTOPHER GLENN, INC.

2713 19th St S, Homewood 205-870-1236 christopherglenninc.com

3411 Old Columbia Rd, Hoover 204-822-9500

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2910 18th St, S, Homewood 205-803-4059 4seasonsantiquesandart.com

5475 Hwy 280, Inverness 205-995-4773

2424 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-323-6036 14. HENHOUSE ANTIQUES

1900 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham 205-918-0505 shophenhouseantiques.com

930 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-414-9945, homewoodantiques.com

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2817 2nd Ave S, Birmingham 205-323-2817 18. LAMB’S EARS, LTD

70 Church St, Mountain Brook 205-802-5700 lambsearsltd.com 19. LEVY’S FINE JEWELRY

2116 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-251-3381, levysfinejewelry.com 20. MULBERRY HEIGHTS ANTIQUES

2419 Canterbury Rd, Mountain Brook 205-870-1300 21. NOORDERMEER ANTIEKS

731 Broadway, Homewood 205-870-1161 noordermeerantieks.com 22. ON-A-SHOESTRING

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2021 3rd Ave N, Birmingham 205-326-4460 jimreedbooks.com 24. SOHO RETRO

2805 18th St S, Homewood 205.870.7655 shopsohoretro.com 25. THE KING’S HOUSE

2807 2nd Ave S, Birmingham 205-320-2535 kingshouseantiques.com 26. THE ROYAL STANDARD

2808 18th St S, Homewood 205-871-6644 theroyalstandard.com

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23. REED BOOKS, THE MUSEUM OF FOND MEMORIES

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31. WHAT’S ON SECOND

2700 19th Place S, Homewood 205-871-9779

2323 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-322-2688, whatsonsecond.org

28. TRUSSVILLE ANTIQUE MALL/ THE MALL CAFE

32. ZOE’S IN FOREST PARK

147 North Chalkville Rd, Trussville 205-661-9805 29. URBAN SUBURBAN

5514 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham 205-592-0777 urbansuburbanantiques.com 30. VILLAGE FIREFLY

2816 Culver Rd, Birmingham 205-870-4560

3900 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham 205-595-9049 zoeshop.com

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Folk to fine to funk art, and it’s game on in galleries throughout the city.

Handmade jewelry, blown glass vases and quirky sculpture fill shops alongside galleries of fine paintings of every medium.

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GALLERIES 1. ANDREA LUCAS STUDIOS

1910 1st Ave N, Irondale 205-276-1120 andrealucasstudios.com 2. A’MANO

2707 Culver Rd, Birmingham 205-871-9093 amanogifts.com 3. ARCENEAUX GALLERY

1830 29th Ave S, Homewood 205-802-5800 4. ART ALLEY

109 Broadway, Homewood 205-879-1105, artalley.net 5. ARTISTS INCORPORATED

3365 Morgan Dr, Vestavia Hills 205-979-8990 artistsincorporated.com 6. ATCHISON GALLERY & VILLAGE FRAMERS

2847 Culver Rd, Birmingham 205-871-6221 7. BETA PICTORIS GALLERY

2411 Second Ave N, Birmingham 205-413-2999 betapictorisgallery.com 8. BEVERLY MCNEIL ART GALLERY

605 South 28th St, Birmingham 205-328-1761 beverlymcneilgallery.com

9. BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM OF ART

2000 Rev. Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd., Birmingham, 205-254-2565 or 254-2566 artsbma.org 10. BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY

2100 Park Place, Birmingham 205-226-3600, bplonline.org 11. DANIEL DAY GALLERY & MELODYMADEIT INC.

3025 6th Ave S Birmingham, 205-731-9420 dreammeccastudio.com 12. DK2 GALLERY

1825 29th Street S Homewood, 205-900-8889 dk2gallery.us 13. DS ART STUDIO GALLERY

2805 Crescent Ave, Ste. E., Homewood 205-802-4700 dsart.com

14. DURBIN GALLERY/ AZAR ART STUDIOS

17. FRIENDS GALLERY—HOOVER PUBLIC LIBRAY

900 Arkadelphia Rd, Birmingham 205-226-4925, bsc.edu/academics/ art/durbiNhtm

200 Municipal Dr, Hoover 205-444-7820 hoover.lib.al.us/gallery

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4700 Hwy 280, Ste. B, Birmingham 205-980-2600 fourcornersgalleryonline.com 16. FOUR SEASONS ANTIQUES, ART AND BOTANICALS

1930 Cahaba Road, Mtn Brook 205-870-1930, artgallery1930.com 19. LAMB’S EARS, LTD.

70 Church St, Mountain Brook 205-802-5700, lambsearsltd.com

2910 18th St S, Birmingham 205-803-4059 4seasonsantiquesandart.com

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20. LEVITE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham 205-879-0411, bhamjcc.org 21. NAKED ART GALLERY

3831 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham 205-595-3553, nakedartusa.com 22. NEW LIFE ART, INC.

24. RED DOT GALLERY

1001 Stuart St, Birmingham 205-870-7608, reddotgallery.com 25. SCENE

2801 2nd Avenue South, Pepper Place, Birmingham, 205-703-8811, scenebirmingham.com

3600 Lorna Ridge Dr, Hoover 205-979-2158, newlifeart.com

26. SOON-BOK LEE SELLERS ART GALLERY – ARTISTS ON THE BLUFF

23. ODESSA WOOLFOLK GALLERY AT THE BIRMINGHAM CIVIL RIGHTS INSTITUTE

27. SPACE ONE ELEVEN

520 16th St N, Birmingham 205-328-9696, bcri.org

571 Park Ave, Hoover, 205-637-5946, artistsonthebluff.com

28. UAB VISUAL ARTS GALLERY— ABROMS-ENGEL INSTITUTE FOR THE VISUAL ARTS

1221 10th Ave S, Birmingham 205-975-6436 uab.edu/cas/aeiva/contact For a detailed brochure on Arts and Antique Galleries in Birmingham, call 800-458-8085 or download the information at www.birmingham.travel.

2409 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-328-0553, spaceoneeleven.org

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A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM ENTERTAINMENT

WHERE TO PLAY

Entertainment of all sorts gets underway in Birmingham after dark.

Good, some even great music is regularly going down in small out-of-the-way clubs throughout the area. Nationally-known musical acts fill the schedule all year in larger music halls. And evening ballet, live theatre and orchestral performances entertain visitors to the city when the sun goes down.

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ALABAMA BALLET Alabama Ballet seeks to promote and foster the development of classical and contemporary ballet through high-quality education and community outreach. Under the direction of Tracey Alvey, this company of 41 professional dancers presents four full-length productions annually.

2726 1st Ave S, 322-4300. For tickets and details, alabamaballet.org or call 205-975-2787.

ALABAMA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The Alabama Symphony Orchestra has entertained audiences for more than 70 years, playing a variety of classical and popular compositions and hosting performances by some of the finest international guest artists.

The symphony’s 54 talented musicians bring to life some of the world’s most treasured musical masterpieces. 3621 6th Ave S, 205-251-7727. alabamasymphony.org ALABAMA THEATRE Built in the 1920s, The Alabama Theatre is one of the nation’s last operating movie palaces, featuring first-run and revival films,

concerts and other special events. The “Mighty Wurlitzer” organ still rises from the orchestra pit and is often played to accompany silent films. Attending an event or movie at the Alabama is one of the most highly recommended activities for visitors to the city.

Business Hours: Mon. – Fri. 9:00 AM – 4 PM, later during special events. Admission charged: varies by event, 1817 Third Ave N, 205-2522262, alabamatheatre.com ALDRIDGE REPERTORY THEATRE Aldridge Repertory Theatre launched their inaugural season at the historic Carver Theatre with the southern premiere of “No Child” by Nilaja Sun. Over the past 20 years Aldridge Repertory Theatre has produced many shows including the Pulitzer Prize winning play “Fences” and the Broadway hit musical “Purlie.”

209 20th St N, Suite 145, 205-264-9910, aldridgerep.org.

BARBER MOTORSPORTS PARK Not only is this road course second to none, it is set within a perfectly manicured and sculptured landscape. Visitors can watch auto 8 0 0. 4 5 8 . 8 0 8 5 | I N B I R M I N G H A M . CO M | 5 5

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and motorcycle road racing while relaxing in wooded surroundings. The course was designed to meet the highest racing standards, yet also to be spectator-friendly and welcoming to families.

The length of the road course is 2.38 miles. It is 45 feet wide and has 16 turns. The park sits on 740 acres, 225 of which are developed. The Barber Motorsports Park hosts a continuous schedule of upscale, high-profile motorcycle and auto racing events. It is also home to the Porsche Driving Experience. 6040 Barber Motorsports Pkwy, 205-298-9040, barbermotorsports.com BIRMINGHAM BALLET Birmingham Ballet offers dance training for aspiring talent as well as presenting professional performances. Performances are held at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex.

2198 Columbiana Rd, Ste 100, 205-979-9492, birminghamballet.com BIRMINGHAM BARONS In April of 2013, the Birmingham Barons Baseball Club played their first game in their 5 6 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

new ballpark, Regions Field. The crown jewel of Birmingham’s newly developed Parkside District features a variety of unique seating areas, creating an intimate atmosphere and offering unique views of the downtown skyline, UAB, Children’s Hospital and Vulcan. The city’s AA baseball team, farm team for the Chicago White Sox, plays its season from April through September. 205-988-3200, barons.com BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN’S THEATRE Birmingham Children’s Theatre was founded in 1947. Since that time, it has become one of America’s largest professional theatres for young audiences and now operates in a threetheatre complex at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. The theatre produces eight shows seasonally, four of which tour, giving the theatre a combined audience of over 200,000 each year. 2130 Richard Arrington, Jr., Blvd N, 205-458-8181, bct123.org.

BIRMINGHAM FESTIVAL THEATRE Birmingham Festival Theatre was formed in

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1972. Since that time the theatre has provided both seasonal local performers and new aspiring talent to present shows that can be seen in Birmingham only at this theatre. 1901-1/2 11th Ave S, 205-933-2383, bftonline.org

limited seating performances. And the 1,000seat theater is an ideal setting for theatrical performances where every seat in the house is a good one. 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N. 205-458-8400, bjcc.org.

BIRMINGHAM-JEFFERSON CONVENTION COMPLEX/LEGACY ARENA AT THE BJCC Alabama’s largest convention facility is also the state’s premier venue for entertainment.

From touring Broadway shows to big-name music performers, the BJCC has a full schedule of events. The expansive exhibition hall at the complex is often in use for boat shows, bridal fairs and hunting and fishing expos. The 19,000-seat Legacy Arena at the BJCC hosts world class musical entertainers, along with special events such as Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey circus and is known for its crisp acoustics. The more intimate 2,800seat concert hall is the performance venue for

BUMPERNETS Founded in 1999, America’s first table tennis store and billiard pro shop is home to one of the most premier, exciting and top-notch fun environments in the Birmingham area. All of the table games and arcades are available for play or purchase. Owned by one of the most renowned table tennis players in North America, BumperNets is home to over 110 unique ways to have fun. Whether you are a family of five looking to spend some quality time together or just friendly co-worker competition, BumperNets has it all!

2000 Riverchase Galleria Hoover, AL 35244, 205-987-2222, bumpernets.com

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EVER WONDER where in Birmingham you can see and hear classical, pop, jazz and world music to dance, theater and family entertainment? Come experience the arts at UAB’s Alys Stephens Center, where something is always happening.

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CENTRAL ALABAMA THEATER One of Birmingham’s newest non-profit theater companies, CAT endeavors to enrich and expand the region’s entertainment experiences through quality professional theater.

Through film, one-man shows, storytelling and concert entertainment, CAT encourages creative community involvement. centralalabamatheater.org EXTEMPORANEOUS THEATRE COMPANY Extemporaneous Theatre Company performs live, improvised entertainment.

BIRMINGHAM magazine voted Extemporaneous “Best On-the-Spot Theatre” 1901-1/2 11th Ave S, extemporaneoustheatre.com HISTORIC FIVE POINTS SOUTH ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT Founded in 1893, Five Points South is a walkable neighborhood with James Beard Foundation Award-winning restaurants and historically significant architecture. The beautiful Highlands United Methodist Church, the centerpiece of 6 0 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

Five Points, has been part of the neighborhood for more than 100 years. The fountain sculpture in front of the church, “The Storyteller,” was designed by Birmingham artist Frank Fleming and conveys the deep Southern tradition of storytelling. The fountain is a favorite backdrop for tourists taking photographs in the area.

Five Points is a popular shopping and dining destination, influenced by nationally-renowned restaurants such as Highlands Bar and Grill, Hot and Hot Fish Club, Bottega and Jim-N-Nick’s Barbeque. It is also home to a carousel carving school and Charlemagne, one of the funkiest record shops on earth. fivepointsbham.com HISTORIC LAKEVIEW ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT Developed in the late 19th century, the Lakeview District is named for a lake and other attractions that once defined the former Lakeview Park.

Present day Lakeview looks little as it did then, but it has flourished and grown and holds a good quality assortment of restaurants and nightspots.

Among the favorite dining rooms in the area are Bettola, with casual upscale fare reflecting

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The Lyric Theatre The Lyric Theatre opened as a vaudeville venue in 1914. The architecture resembles the bell of a trumpet to maximize the acoustics and close seating needed for vaudeville shows. Stars such as the Marx Brothers, Mae West and Milton Berle played the Lyric. Tickets cost 25 to 75 cents.

The Lyric was converted to a movie house by the 1930s as theatrical revues were replaced by moving pictures. The theatre welcomed whites through the doors beneath its glitzy marquee. Black customers had to enter through a nondescript side door and climb a narrow staircase to the “colored balcony.” It was, however, one of the first venues in the South where black and white audiences could watch the same movie at the same time.

By the 1970s, the Lyric was shuttered and largely forgotten until a recent fundraising

campaign successfully raised money for an $11 million restoration. When the Lyric reopened to the public in January 2016, the interior was completely reconstructed and the iconic Lyric marquee was restored and relit, bringing another gem to Birmingham’s historic theater district. The theater also has noted the days of segregation; the glass on the side door is etched with the words “Historic Colored Entrance.”

With 750 seats on two levels and 12 opera boxes, the Lyric is an intimate 60 feet from the stage to the back of the balcony. The theater now presents a regular schedule of top-name performances of all varieties. The venerable Southern Living magazine calls the Lyric Theatre one of the “50 Best Places in the South.” lyricbham.com

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the Campania region of Italy. Next door is the popular watering hole, Cantina, and also in the area are coffee shops and design studios. In the spring and summer months, locals and tourists flock to Pepper Place Saturday Market for locally grown fruit, produce and plants. The Lakeview District stretches across several blocks and includes other clusters of restaurants and clubs, including the highly-rated Five Bar, Lou’s Pub and Package Store, Sky Castle, a modern diner with upscale cuisine and Slice Pizza & Brew House, a hip pizza place.

HOOVER METROPOLITAN STADIUM Home of the SEC Baseball Tournament and other sporting events. Located south of town near the Riverchase Galleria. 100 Ben Chapman Dr, 205-444-7732, hooveral.org MAGIC CITY ACTORS THEATRE Magic City Actors Theatre showcases the best of local talent both on stage and behind the scenes. Their shows are energetic and diverse, 6 2 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

and chosen to appeal to a wide variety of theater-goers. 205-253-9604. Performances are presented at the Virginia Samford Theatre, 1116 26th St S, 205-251-1228.

OPERA BIRMINGHAM Northern and Central Alabama’s only professional, regional opera company, Opera Birmingham has entertained and informed audiences in the region for over 50 years.

From its humble beginnings in 1955 to its 50th anniversary in 2005 and beyond, Opera Birmingham has produced world-class operatic productions and concerts that have been hailed by critics and loved by audiences. 3601 6th Ave S, 205-322-6737 RED MOUNTAIN THEATRE COMPANY Red Mountain Theatre Company is a nonprofit professional theatre organization with an emphasis on musical theatre. RMTC provides unique educational, training and performing opportunities for aspiring and

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culturally diverse artists, while growing new and existing audiences through quality theatrical experiences. For almost 30 years, Red Mountain Theatre Company (formerly Summerfest Musical Theatre) has grown to become one of the only year-round professional musical theatre organizations in Alabama. With its own unique Cabaret Theatre located right in the heart of downtown Birmingham’s Theatre District and summer Mainstage productions performed at the Virginia Samford Theatre (formerly Town and Gown), Red Mountain Theatre Company continues to bring both well-known national performers and incredible local talent to the Birmingham stage. Red Mountain Theatre Company, 2900 1st Ave S, 205-324-2424, redmountaintheatre.org REGIONS FIELD The Birmingham Baron’s home is located near the heart of the city. Between 14th and 16th and 1st and 3rd Ave S. 205-988-3200.

TALLADEGA SUPERSPEEDWAY Talladega Superspeedway is the biggest, fastest, most competitive motorsports facility in the world. Records for both speed and competition have been established at Talladega. Two major races during the year draw thousands of fans from across the country for the heart-thumping action on the track. Adjacent to the track is the International Motorsports Hall of Fame and Museum. Admission charged.

3366 Speedway Blvd, 256-362-2261, talladegasuperspeedway.com TERRIFIC NEW THEATRE One of Birmingham’s favorite live performance theatres for the unexpected, Terrific New Theatre turns 26 this year. 2821 2nd Ave S, 205-328-0868, terrificnewtheatre.com UAB’S ALYS STEPHENS CENTER Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center’s trademark is diversity – diverse performances and diverse audiences. From 8 0 0. 4 5 8 . 8 0 8 5 | I N B I R M I N G H A M . CO M | 6 3

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classical, pop, jazz and world beat music to dance, comedy and family entertainment, the center welcomes the entire community into the magical world of performing arts. Some of the world’s most renowned performing artists take the stage at this concert hall and theater space on the University of Alabama at Birmingham campus. 1200 10th Ave S, 205-975-2787. alysstephens.org UPTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT Adjacent to the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex, Uptown is an entertainment district with a nice mix of bars, hotels, coffee shops and restaurants. One of the popular dining rooms is the Todd English P.U.B., one of only two restaurants in the country owned by the celebrity chef. Other dining choices offer a wide selection from steaks to Southern fare. Al fresco dining is popular in the Uptown district, with live music throughout the week on rooftop patios. uptownbham.com

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OAK MOUNTAIN AMPHITHEATRE Each year between April and October, some of the world’s top musicians perform in the beautiful outdoor arena. Fee: Varies with each performance. Hwy 119 exit off I-65, 1000 Amphitheatre Road, 205-985-4900. verizonwirelessmusiccenter.net VIRGINIA SAMFORD THEATRE The Virginia Samford Theatre is a very special facility for events. The charming historic theater with its park side setting is located on Birmingham’s southside and has a lovely outdoor courtyard. The entire complex can accommodate up to 400 guests. Spaces available for meetings and events. Their website is a good resource for information and has photos of the facility. 1116 26th St S, 205-251-1228, virginiasamfordtheatre.org

Live Music in Birmingham Live music is a signature entertainment of the city, with bands performing every imaginable genre. It is impossible to travel very far in the greater Birmingham area without finding some very good live music. It is also impossible to provide a list of every performance venue in the region in the limited space of this guide.

Here a just a few of the dozens of places you’ll find live music: IRON CITY – A popular full service bar, grill and entertainment venue in the heart of downtown. 513 22nd St S, Birmingham, 205-202-5483, ironcitybhamcom WORKPLAY – Recently voted one of Paste magazine’s best music venues in the country.

500 23rd St S, Birmingham, 205-879-4773 workplay.com SATURN BIRMINGHAM – The hip, new space-themed venue and bar has a full schedule of indie music. 200 41st St S, Birmingham, 205-703-9545 saturnbirmingham.com AVONDALE BREWING CO. – Live music and local brew. 201 41st St N, Birmingham, 205-777-5456, avondalebrewing.com

THE NICK – For decades, Birmingham’s “dirty little secret” has hosted alternative bands on the verge. 2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham, 205-252-3831, thenickrocks.com ZYDECO – A younger crowd favorite with local and national acts. 2001 15th Ave S, Birmingham, 205-933-1032 zydecobirmingham.com BIRMINGHAM-JEFFERSON CONVENTION COMPLEX/LEGACY ARENA – Hosting some of music’s biggest names…not every night, but often enough to check on. 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N, Birmingham 205-458-8400, bjcc.org THE GARAGE – Live music usually weekends only, but who needs music when you’re surrounded by the castoffs of Antiques Road Show? 2304 10th Terrace S, Birmingham, 205-322-3220, garagecafe.us GIP’S PLACE – Mr. Henry Gipson’s been having a backyard party since 1952 here at the last juke joint in Alabama. 3101 Ave C, Bessemer, 205-913-2941 reverbnation.com/venue/gipsplace

For information on other current live music events, visit birmingham365.org or localbham.com

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WHERE TO DINE HEADLINE Often it is dining at a local independent restaurant that is among the highlights of a travel experience. Since the increased visibility of the Birmingham Originals, the city’s menu of restaurants is more vibrant than ever. We highly recommend brunch, lunch or dinner at one of our many chef-owned dining rooms. Read all about them at birminghamoriginals.org.

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DINING Avondale, Lakeview, Southside and Downtown

CAFE DUPONT

DELTA BLUES HOT TAMALES

5 POINT PUBLIC HOUSE OYSTER BAR

CANTINA LAREDO

DREAMLAND BAR-B-QUE

CANTINA TORTILLA GRILL

EASTWEST

1210 20th St S, Birmingham 205-918-0726, 5pointpublichouse.com 808 SOUTH - A BISTRO

808 20th St S, Birmingham 205-933-9000 AL’S DELI & GRILL

1629 10th Ave S, Birmingham 205-939-4278, alsdeliandgrill.com ATRIUM CAFÉ IN SHERATON HOTEL

2101 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, 205-307-3005 AVERY’S CAFE

1901 6th Ave N, Birmingham 205-250-9907 BABALU TACOS & TAPAS

2808 7th Ave S, Ste. 117, Birmingham 205-297-0200, babalutacos.com BECKY’S DELI

4101 3rd Ave S, Birmingham 205-592-0966 BETTOLA

2901 2nd Ave S, Ste. 150, Birmingham 205-731-6499, bettolarestaurant.com BISTRO 218

218 20th St N, Birmingham 205-983-7999, bistro218.com BLACK MARKET BAR & GRILL

1035 20th Street S, Birmingham 205-933-8035, evilbartenders.com BOGUE’S

3120 Clairmont Ave, Suite 110, Birmingham, 205-254-9780 BOTTEGA RESTAURANT AND CAFE

2240 Highland Ave S, Birmingham 205-939-1000, bottegarestaurant.com BRAVA ROTISSERIE GRILL

321 20th St N, Birmingham 205-502-7914, bravagrill.com BRICK & TIN RESTAURANT

1313 Cobb Lane S, Birmingham 205-502-7298

113 20th St N, Birmingham 205- 322-1282, cafedupont.net

1427 14th Ave S, Birmingham 205-933-2133, dreamlandbbq.com

2301-B Richard Arrington Jr Blvd, N, 205-502-0915, cantinalaredo.com 2901 2nd Ave S, Ste. 110, Birmingham 205-323-6980, cantinatortillagrill.com CARLILE’S BARBECUE

2306 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-202-4496 eastwestbirmingham.com EDGAR'S OLD STYLE BAKERY

3511 6th Ave S, Birmingham 205-254-9266, carlilesbbq.com

505 20th St N, Birmingham 205-488-9393, edgarsbakery.com

CARRIGAN’S PUBLIC HOUSE

EL BARRIO MEXICAN RESTAURANT

2430 Morris Ave, Birmingham 205-440-2430, carringanspub.com

2211 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-868-3737, elbarriobirmingham.com

CASEY’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL

EUGENE'S HOT CHICKEN - UPTOWN

2101 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, 205-307-3050

2270 9th Ave N, Birmingham 205-575-8093, eugeneshotchicken.com

CASHIO'S MEATBALL MARKET

728 29th St S, Birmingham 205-578-6090, cashiosmeatballmarket CENTURY RESTAURANT AND BAR

2021 Park Place, Birmingham 205-458-9611, centurybirmingham.com CHAN LEE’S

1901 6th Ave N, Suite 256 Birmingham 205-252-2426 CHEZ FONFON

FANCY'S ON 5TH

416 41st St S, Birmingham 205-790-7951, fancyson5th.com FEAST & FOREST

212 24th St N, Birmingham 205-920-1862, feastandforest.com FISH MARKET RESTAURANT

612 22nd St S, Birmingham 205-322-3330, thefishmarket.net FIVE

2007 11th Ave S, Birmingham 205-939-3221, fonfonbham.com

744 29th St S, Birmingham 205-868-3841

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK

FULL MOON BAR-B-QUE

2118 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-703-0601, chickensaladchick

525 25th St S, Birmingham 205-324-1007, fullmoonbbq.com

CHINA MOON

GABLE SQUARE SALOON & GAMES

3312 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham 205-324-2332

803 9th Ct S, Birmingham 205-251-0960

CHRIS Z’S

2808 University Blvd, Birmingham 205-458-1007

GABRIELLA’S BISTRO & ART GALLERY

THE COLLINS BAR

GALLEY AND GARDEN

317 17th St N, Birmingham, 205-983-7249

2125 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203 thecollinsbar.com

2220 Highland Ave S, Birmingham 205-939-5551, galleyandgarden.com THE GARAGE

214 20th St N, Birmingham 205-297-8636, brickandtin.com

COSECHA URBAN KITCHEN

1701 1st Ave S, www.cosecha.kitchen

2304 10th Terrace S 205-322-3220, garagecafe.us

BUCK MULLIGAN'S PUBLIC HOUSE

DAWSON’S BURGERS, WINGS & FRIES

GIUSEPPE’S CAFE AND ESPRESSO BAR

2011 Highland Ave S, Birmingham 205-933-3999, buckmulliganspub.com

1617 4th Ave N, Birmingham 205-324-3342

925 8th St S, Birmingham 205-324-2626, giuseppecafe.com

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DINING MCALISTER'S DELI

1801 4th Avenue S, Ste 205-933-2828, mcalistersdeli.com MELLOW MUSHROOM

1200 20th St S, Ste. 100, Birmingham 205-212-9420, mellowmushroom.com MELT RESTAURANT

4105 4th Ave S, Birmingham 205-790-7951, meltbham.com MILO’S HAMBURGERS - SOUTHSIDE

401 19th St S, Ste. 130, Birmingham 205-322-6456, miloshamburgers.com MOE’S ORIGINAL BBQ

731 29th St S, Birmingham 205-252-5888, moesoriginalbbq.com MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL – UAB GOLDEN RULE BARBECUE HARBERT PLAZA

1901 6th Ave N Ste. 263, Birmingham 205-801-9600, goldenrulebbq.com GOLDEN TEMPLE GROCERY, CAFE AND YOGA CENTER

1901 11th Ave S, Birmingham 205-933-6333 goldentemplehealthfoods.com GREEN ACRES CAFE

1705 4th Ave N, Birmingham 205-251-3875, greenacres-cafe.com GUS’S HOT DOGS

1915 4th Ave N, Birmingham 205-251-4540 HARVEST

2101 5th Ave N, Birmingham 205-957-6828, harvestbirmingham.com HATTIE B'S HOT CHICKEN

2808 7th Ave S, Ste. 101, Birmingham 205-578-6018, hattieb.com HIGHLANDS BAR & GRILL

2011 11th Ave S, Birmingham 205-939-1400, highlandsbarandgrill.com HOT AND HOT FISH CLUB

2180 11th Ct S, Birmingham 205-933-5474, hotandhotfishclub.com IRON CITY BIRMINGHAM

513 22nd St South, Birmingham 205-202-5483, ironcitybham.com THE J. CLYDE

1312 Cobb Lane, Birmingham 205-939-1312, jclyde.com

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JIM ‘N NICK’S BAR B Q -

1908 11th Ave S, Birmingham 205-320-1060, jimnnicks.com JOHN’S CITY DINER

1801 4th Ave S, Suite 109, Birmingham, 205-250-6355, moes.com MUGSHOTS GRILL & BAR

2311 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd, N, #100 205-933-7575, mugshotsgrillandbar.com

112 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, 205-322-6014, johnscitydiner.com

NELSON BROTHERS CAFE

LITTLE SAVANNAH RESTAURANT AND BAR

NEW CHINA TOWN RESTAURANT

314 17th St N, Birmingham 205-254-9098

3811 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham 205-591-1119, littlesavannah.com

1020 20th St S, Birmingham 205-251-2373

LOS AMIGOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT

NEWK’S EATERY

3324 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham 205-324-5896, losamigosmexican.com

611 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd S 205-323-0992, newks.com

LUCY’S COFFEE & TEA

NIKI’S DOWNTOWN CAFE

M & M BARBECUE & CAFETERIA

O'CARR'S DOWNTOWN

MAGIC CITY GRILLE

OCEAN

2007 University Blvd, Birmingham 205-328-2007, lucyscoffeeandtea.com 3921 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-592-9941

2201 3rd Ave N, Birmingham 205-251-6500 MAGIC WOK

401 19th St S, Birmingham 205-327-5000 MAGNOLIA BBQ & FISH

1709 4th Ave N, Birmingham 205-704-4378 MAKARIOS KABOBS & GRILL

940 20th St S, Birmingham 205-731-7414 MARILYN’S DELI & DOGS

715 18th St N, Birmingham, 205-324-3354

1101 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-251-1972 214 18th St N, Birmingham ocarrs.com 1218 20th St S, Birmingham 205-933-0999, oceanbirmingham.com O'HENRY'S COFFEES - HIGHLAND PARK

2915 Highland Ave S, Birmingham 205-250-1195, ohenryscoffees.com O’HENRY’S COFFEES - REGIONS/ HARBERT TOWER

1901 6th Ave N, Ste. 295, Birmingham 205-323-1198, ohenryscoffee.com ON TAP SPORTS CAFE - LAKEVIEW

737 29th St S, Birmingham 205-320-1225, ontapsportscafe.com

DINING

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1623 2nd Ave N, Birmingham roots-revelry.com ROWE'S SERVICE STATION

4100 4th Ave S, Birmingham 205-224-5570 SAIGON NOODLE HOUSE - AVONDALE

3719 3rd Ave S, Birmingham 205-986-8898 SARRIS RESTAURANT

600 31st St N, Birmingham, 205-252-7357 SAW’S SOUL KITCHEN

215 41st St S, Birmingham, 205-591-1409 sawsbbq.com BRENT BOYD

ORIGINAL GREEN ACRES CAFÉ

2724 29th Ave N, Birmingham 205-328-8099 ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE

PITA STOP CAFE BAR & GRILL

1106 12th St S, Birmingham 205-328-2749, thepitastop.com THE PIZITZ FOOD HALL

1931 11th Ave S, Birmingham 205-933-8837

120 19th St N, Birmingham 205-214-9999, thepizitz.com/food-hall

OSCAR’S AT THE MUSEUM

POST OFFICE PIES

2000 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd, Birmingham, 205-254-2755

209 41st St S, Birmingham 205-599-9900, postofficepies.com

OVENBIRD RESTAURANT

PURPLE ONION DELI & GRILL

2810 3rd Ave S 205-957-6686, ovenbirdrestaurant.com PARAMOUNT BAR & GRILL

200 20th St N, Birmingham 205-320-2824 paramountbirmingham.com PARKSIDE CAFE

4036 5th Ave S, Birmingham 205-595-0920 PHO PHO VIETNAMESE & SUSHI BAR

1025 20th St S 205-703-8929, phobirmingham.wix.co PIT BAR-B-Q THE NUMBER ONE

2820 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N 205-328-1515 PITA LOCO

2000 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-252-4899

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1717 10th Ave S, Birmingham 205-933-7555 RANELLI’S DELI & CAFÉ

1225 20th St S Birmingham 205-933-6983, ranellisdeli.com

SHU SHOP

1820 3rd Ave N, Birmingham 205-291-6660, shushopbhamn.com SILVERTRON CAFÉ

3813 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham 205-591-3707, silvertroncafe.us SITAR INDIAN RESTAURANT

729 20th St S, Birmingham 205-323-6500, sitaruab.com SKY CASTLE

2808 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-578-6080 skycastlegastrolounge.com SLICE PIZZA & BREWHOUSE

725 29th St S, Birmingham 205-715-9300, slicebirmingham.com SOL’S SANDWICH SHOP & DELI

2 20th St N, Suite 120, Birmingham, 205-244-7657, solsdeli.com THE SOUTHERN KITCHEN AND BAR

THE RED CAT AT RAILROAD PARK

1701 1st Ave S, Ste 101, Birmingham 205-518-0779

2301 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N, Ste. 1C, 205-278-7270, thesouthernbirmingham.com

THE RED CAT COFFEEHOUSE

SUBWAY

2901 2nd Ave S, Ste. 120, Birmingham 205-616-8450, redcatcoffeehouse.com

2105 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N, Birmingham, 205-397-7827

RIB IT UP

SURIN WEST

ROGUE TAVERN

SWEET TEA RESTAURANT

ROJO

TAJ INDIA

830 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-328-7427, ribitup.com 2312 2nd Ave N 205-202-4151, roguetavern.com 2921 Highland Ave S, Birmingham 205-328-4733, rojobirmingham.com

1918 11th Ave S, Birmingham 205-324-1928, surinwest.com 2205 3rd Ave S, Birmingham 205-745-3990, sweettearestaurant.com 2226 Highland Ave S, Birmingham 205-939-3805, tajindia.net

Experience a SLICE of Birmingham EAT & DRINK LIKE A LOCAL ON LAKEVIEW’S BEST PATIO

Voted Best Pizza Five Years in a Row!

Amazing Appetizers

Farm to Table Fresh Ingredients 725 29th Street South

205.715.9300

Your Favorite Beers on Tap slicebirmingham.com

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DINING TAZIKI'S GREEK FARE - UAB

Z'S RESTAURANT

J WINGS

TED’S RESTAURANT

ZOE’S KITCHEN - DOWNTOWN

JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANTE

Fultondale, Gardendale, Northwest, Trussville

2444 Palamino Lane, 205-798-3565

TIN ROOF

BIG DADDY'S BAR-B-Q

2709 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-323-4356, tinroofbirmingham.com

407 Main Street N 205-590-2279, bestinbbq.com

915 Odum Rd, Gardendale 205-608-3315, jimnnicks.com

TODD ENGLISH P.U.B.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

301 18th St S, Birmingham 205-731-9001, tazikiscafe.com 328 12th St S, Birmingham 205-324-2911, tedsbirmingham.com TEXAS DE BRAZIL

2301 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Ste. 100, Birmingham 205-588-8333, texasdebrazil.com

104 17th St N, Birmingham 205-250-6288 1819 5th Ave N, Birmingham 205-252-5200, zoeskitchen.com

2221 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, 205-307-3700 toddenglishpub.com

5915 Trussville Crossing 205-655-2521, buffaloWildWings.com

TRATTORIA CENTRALE

5071 Pinnacle Square, Trussville 205-655-6008, cajunsteamer.com

207A 20th St N, Birmingham 205-202-5612, trattoriacentrale.com URBAN STANDARD

2320 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-250-8200, urbanstandard.net

CAJUN STEAMER BAR AND GRILL

CASA FIESTA

3417 Lowery Pkwy, Fultondale, 205-849-0062

1709 Decatur Hwy, Fultondale, 205-808-5668 325 Walker Chapel Plaza, Fultondale 205-849-2137 JIM DEERMAN'S BARBEQUE

JIM N NICK’S BAR B Q - GARDENDALE

JIM N NICK’S BAR B Q - TRUSSVILLE

1660 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham 205-661-3100, jimnnicks.com JOEL’S RESTAURANT

312 Main St, Trussville, 205-655-8248, joelsrestaurant.net KONOMI

5870 Trussville Crossings Blvd, Birmingham, 205-661-1821 LONE STAR STEAKHOUSE & SALOON

CHINA KITCHEN

437 Caldwell Dr, 205-647-7055

4720 Norrel Dr, Trussville 205-661-9339, lonestarsteakhouse.com

CHINA ONE

MILO’S HAMBURGERS - FORESTDALE

4120 3rd Ave S, Ste. B, Birmingham 205-703-8891 wasabijuan.com

CHOCOLATE BISCUIT TEA ROOM

MILO’S HAMBURGERS - GARDENDALE

THE WINE LOFT

COSTA’S MEDITERRANEAN CAFE

WALL STREET DELI - KIRKLIN CLINIC

535 21st Street S 205-323-7966, wallstreetdeli.com

WASABI JUAN'S SUSHI BURRITOS

2200 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-323-8228 wineloftbirmingham.com WINGS AROUND THE CLOCK

801 20th Street S, Birmingham 205-581-8088 wingsaroundtheclock.com WOODLAWN CYCLE CAFE

5530 1st Ave S, Birmingham 205-867-5309 YEHMAN CARRIBBEAN CUISINE

1623 4th Ave N, Birmingham 205-323-3120 YO’ MAMA’S RESTAURANT

2328 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205.626.9860, yomamasrestaurant.com YOUR PIE - UPTOWN

2311 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Ste. 300, 205-202-5598, yourpie.com

357 Walker Chapel Plaza, Fultondale 205-849-9111 335 Main St, Trussville, 205-655-0119 5891 Trussville Crossings Pkwy, Birmingham, 205-655-9779

EL CAZADOR MEXICAN GRILL

1930 Edwards Lake Rd, Birmingham 205-661-0904 FAYE'S FAMOUS FRANKS

1214 Decatur Hwy, 205-849-8308 FRONTERA GRILL MEXICAN CUISINE

5974 Chalkville Rd, Birmingham 205-661-3318

FULL MOON BBQ - FULTONDALE

1428 Old Walker Chapel Rd, 205-849-4422, fullmoonbbq.com

GOLDEN RULE BARBECUE TRUSSVILLE

120 South Chalkville Rd, Trussville 205-655-4849, goldenrulebbq.com GYROS CAFÉ

5614 Chalkville Rd, 205-856-2424

1120 Forestdale Blvd, Forestdale 205-798-6363, miloshamburgers.com

604 Fieldstown Rd, Gardendale 205-608-0050, miloshamburgers.com MILO’S HAMBURGERS - ROEBUCK

209 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham 205-833-6363, miloshamburgers.com MILO’S HAMBURGERS - TRUSSVILLE

5887 Trussville Crossing Pkwy, 205-661-2100, miloshamburgers.com MING’S GARDEN

1046 Main St, Gardendale, 205-631-7746 MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL

5870 Trussville Crossing Blvd, Ste. 102, 205-655-9669, moes.com ON TAP SPORTS CAFE

1600 Main St, Fultondale, 205-7454888, ontapsportscafe.com PALACE CHINESE RESTAURANT

5899 Trussville Crossing Pkwy, Suite 105, Trussville, 205-661-1668 PASQUALE'S PIZZA & PASTA

215 Fieldstown Rd, Gardendale 205-631-9006 7 2 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

DINING RED LANTERN CHINESE RESTAURANT

SHRIMP BASKET

COSTA’S FAMOUS BAR-B-QUE

RED ROBIN GOURMET BURGERS & SPIRITS

STIX

CRESTWOOD COFFEE COMPANY

TAZIKI'S GREEK FARE

CRESTWOOD TAVERN

311 Main St, Trussville 205-655-0736

5029 Pinnacle Square, Trussville 205-661-0492, redrobin.com ROCK N ROLL SUSHI

5078 Pinnacle Square, Trussville 205-655-6040,rockandrollsushibar.com

550 Fieldstown Rd, Ste 100, Gardendale 205-694-0280 shrimpbasket.com 3405 Lowery Okwy, Fultondale, 205-849-9677

5512 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham 205-595-0300

1820 Gadsden Hwy, Ste 120, Trussville, 205-623-3177, tazikiscafe.com WINTZELL'S OYSTER HOUSE

SALVATORE'S PIZZA & PASTA

3339 Lowery Pkwy, Fultondale 205-453-8585, wintzellsoysterhouse.com

SANPEGGIO'S PIZZA

Airport, Center Point, Eastwood, Irondale, Leeds

SEAFOOD AND CHICKEN BOX

BAMA HOTDOGS

1430 Gadsden Hwy, Trussville 205-661-0079, salvatorespizzaal.com 7270 Gadsden Hwy, Trussville 205-655-3399 5954 Chalkville Rd, Trussville 205-655-7414 seafoodandchickenbox.com

1610 Pinson Valley Pkwy 205-849-2244

SHERRY’S CAFÉ CATERING CAKES

1001 Cedar Street 205-841-1001

CEDAR HOUSE CAFETERIA

5800 Valley Rd, Ste. 110, Trussville 205-655-5260

613 Springville Rd, Birmingham 205-853-9933, costasfamous.com

5500 Crestwood Blvd 205-510-0053, crestwoodtavern.com EAST 59 VINTAGE & CAFÉ

7619 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-901-4920, east59.net EL CAZADOR MEXICAN GRILL

1540 Montclair Rd, Birmingham 205-951-1205 GOLDEN RULE BARBECUE

2504 Crestwood Blvd, Irondale 205-956-2678, goldenrulebbq.com GREEN ACRES CAFE CENTERPOINT

2405 Center Point Pkwy, Center Point 205-815-0949

FORGET THE ORDINARY, TRY THE EXTRAORDINARY!

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DINING GREEN ACRES CAFE EASTLAKE

8500 1st Avenue N, Suite B Birmingham 205-836-9797 GREEN ACRES CAFE IRONDALE

1819 Crestwood Blvd, Irondale, 205-956-4648 GUS’S HOT DOGS

5415 Beacon Dr, Suite 139, Irondale 205-956-6622 HAMBURGER HEAVEN

1703 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham 205-951-3570 HONG KONG RESTAURANT

11817 Pinson Valley Parkway 205-841-8800

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES - IHOP

8601 1st Ave N, 205-836-3251 MILO’S HAMBURGERS - EASTWOOD

1530 Montclair Rd, Birmingham 205-951-2889, miloshamburgers.com MUNOZ MEXICAN GRILL

6662 Hwy 75, Ste. 209, Pinson 205-681-6992

Homewood, Mountain Brook, Inverness ABHI EATERY & BAR

300 Summit Blvd Ste 104, Birmingham 205-222-3207 ACAPULCO BAR AND GRILL

ROADSIDE BAR B Q RIBS & CHICKEN

430 Green Springs Hwy, Birmingham 205-941-1183

RUSTY’S BAR-B-Q

THE ALABAMA BISCUIT COMPANY 4133 White Oak Dr 205-578-2553, alabamabiscuit.com

7303 1st Ave N, 205-833-9616

7484 Parkway Dr., Leeds 205-699-4766, rustysbarbeque.com SAMMY’S SANDWICH SHOP

4921 Messer Airport Hwy, Birmingham 205-591-1462

THE ASIAN MARKET & KOREAN BARBECUE RESTAURANT 22 GreenSprings Hwy, Homewood 205-941-1009

SHANGRI-LA RESTAURANT

7748 Crestwood Blvd 205-956-5502, ihop.com

4500 Montevallo Rd, Ste. B103, Birmingham, 205-951-3168

ANOTHER BROKEN EGG CAFÉ 2418 Montevallo Rd, Mtn Brook 205-871-7849, anotherbrokenegg.com

IRONDALE CAFÉ, THE ORIGINAL WHISTLESTOP CAFÉ

TASTE OF CHINA

AVO 2721 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-871-8212, avorestaurant.com

THE FILLING STATION PIZZA CAFE AND BAR

BIG BAD BREAKFAST 5361 Hwy 280 205-490-7568, bigbadbreakfast.com

1906 1st Ave N, Irondale 205-956-5258, irondalecafe.com

KEN’S HICKORY PIT BARBECUE

4817 Pinson Valley Pkwy, Birmingham 205-853-6488 KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUTS

1805 Center Point Pkwy 205-853-1098

5524 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, 205-592-3455 thefillingstationbham.com

BILLY’S SPORTS GRILL 2012 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-879-2238, billysbarandgrill.com BLACK MARKET BAR 3411 Colonnade Parkway, Ste 80 205-967-8787, evilbartenders.com BLACK PEARL ASIAN CUISINE

3419 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham, 205-262-9888 BONGIORNO ITALIAN RESTAURANT

68 Church St, Ste. A, 205-879-5947 bongiornoitalianrestaurant.com BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE

591 Brookwood Village, Birmingham 205-879-9177, brioitalian.com CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL

4503 Riverview Pkwy, Birmingham 205-980-1016, carrabbas.com CHEN EXPRESS

221 Country Club Park, Mtn Brook 205-871-7588 CHEZ LULU

1911 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-870-7011, chezlulu.us.com 7 4 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

DINING CHICAGO MIKE’S HOT DOGS

DRAM WHISKEY BAR

GREAT WALL CHINESE RESTAURANT

CHOP SUEY INN

DYRON’S LOWCOUNTRY

GRILLE 29

EDGAR’S OLD STYLE BAKERY

GUS’S HOT DOGS – CRESTLINE VILLAGE

CHUY’S RESTAURANT

EDGEWOOD CREAMERY

216 Summit Blvd, Ste. 135, Birmingham 205-977-4224, chuys.com

936 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-874-1999

HABITAT FEED & SOCIAL

COCINA SUPERIOR

EL POBLANO MEXICAN RESTAURANT

2701 18th St S, Homewood 205-868-4728

813 Green Springs Hwy, Ste. F, Homewood, 205-942-9782 CHURCH ST COFFEE & BOOKS

81 Church St, Suite 106-107 205-870-1117, churchstshop.com

587 Brookwood Village, Birmingham 205-259-1980, thecocinasuperior.com CONTINENTAL BAKERY

1909 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-870-5584, continentalbakery.us COSTA’S FAMOUS BAR-B-QUE

215 Lakeshore Pkwy, Homewood 205-263-0145

706 Valley Avenue, 205-945-1465 greatwallbirmingham.com

2721 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-871-8212, dramwhiskeybar.com 121 Oak St, Mtn Brook 205-834-8257, dyronslowcountry.com

71 Church St, Mtn Brook 205-871-3938

3407 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham 205-968-4031, edgarsbakery.com

2499 Rocky Ridge Rd, Cahaba Heights, 205.823.0447, elpoblanorestaurant.com FISH MARKET RESTAURANT

FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE AND WINE BAR

HOLLER AND DASH

CRESTLINE BAGEL CO.

FLIP MODERN BURGER BOUTIQUE

66 Church St Ste. B, Birmingham 205-871-4583, crestlinebagel.com

220 Summit Blvd, Ste. 140, Birmingham 205-968-2000, flipburgerboutique.com

DAVENPORT’S PIZZA PALACE

FULL MOON BAR-B-QUE HOMEWOOD

337 Valley Ave, Homewood 205-945-9997, fullmoonbbq.com

1819 29th Ave S, Homewood 205-871-3283 DEMETRI’S BAR-B-Q

THE GARDENS CAFE BY KATHY G.

2707 18th St S, Homewood 205-879-1455 DG

4635 Hwy 280 S, Birmingham 205-991-7328, fullmoonbbq.com

GIANMARCO’S

DISH’N IT OUT

GILCHRIST DRUG COMPANY

1113 Dunston Ave, Birmingham 205-871-5444, dishnitout.com DON PEPE MEXICAN GRILL

230 Doug Baker Blvd, Suite 300, Inverness, 205-408-3880

721 Broadway St, Homewood 205-871-9622 2805 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-871-2181

GINZA SUSHI & KOREAN BBQ

5291 Valleydale Rd, Ste. 101, Hoover 205-981-1616

162 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-941-9444 HOMEWOOD GOURMET

HUNAN CUISINE CHINESE RESTAURANT

5510 Hwy 280 S, Ste. 113-114, Birmingham, 205-437-1000 hunancuisinebham.com 429 Green Springs Hwy, Ste. 121, Homewood, 205-941-9808 IXTAPA MEXICAN RESTAURANT

44 Green Springs Hwy, 205-942-1962, georgeslebanese.com

2837 Culver Rd, Mtn Brook 205-871-3266, danielgeorgerestaurant.com

HOMEWOOD DINER

HUNAN WOK

2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham 205-871-1000 GEORGE'S LEBANESE & AMERICAN CUISINE

2801 18th Street South Homewood 205-414-0999, holleranddash.com

1919 28th Ave S, #113, Homewood 205-871-1620, homewoodgourmet.com

FULL MOON BAR-B-QUE - HWY 280

DEVINCI’S PIZZA

5303 Hwy 280, Birmingham 205-981-6402 hamburgerheavenrestaurant.com 180 Oxmoor Blvd, Homewood 205-941-1668

125 Inverness Plaza, 205-408-0630

1901 28th Ave S, Homewood 205-871-1581, demetrisbbq.com

HAMBURGER HEAVEN

HAMBURGER HEAVEN

103 Summit Blvd, Birmingham 205-262-9463, flemingssteakhouse.com

DAVE’S PIZZA

2655 Lane Park Rd, Mtn Brook 205-414-0505 grandbohemianmountainbrook.com

5407 Hwy 280, Birmingham 205-980-8600 fishmarketrestaurant.com

CRAZY CAJUNS’ BOILING POT

2837 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-879-8603

971 Brookwood Village 205-783-1295, grille29.com/birmingham

4673 Hwy 280, Birmingham 205-980-8266 IZ CAFÉ ENGLISH VILLAGE

2037 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-414-0081, everythingiz.com JACKSON’S BAR & BISTRO

1831 28th Ave S, Ste. 175, Homewood 205-870-9669 JIM N NICK’S BAR B Q - GREYSTONE

2831 Greystone Commercial Blvd, 205991-1306, jimnnicks.com

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DINING

OUR CAFFEINE IS NOT ROUTINE After a day of seeing the sights, there’s nothing like a good cup of java to give you that extra boost for the evening ahead. Of course, you could go to Starbucks, but we recommend drinking local. Birmingham has some righteously good coffee houses with flavorful brew that attracts an interesting crowd. Here are a few: • CHURCH ST COFFEE AND BOOKS – A local coffee shop thrives in a space where a Starbucks couldn’t! How’s that for local love?

This place became an immediate favorite by offering delicious coffees, an interesting book selection and delicious baked goods. churchstshop.com • CRESTLINE BAGEL COMPANY – The freshbrewed coffee here is accompanied by madefrom-scratch bagels, pastries and sandwiches.

This shop sits in the heart of beautiful suburban Mountain Brook. crestlinebagel.com • CRESTWOOD COFFEE – This gathering spot proudly serves organic fair trade coffee from local FinerGrind Roasters, specialty espresso drinks, microbrews and wine. birminghammenus.com/restaurant/?id=89 • LUCY’S COFFEE & TEA – What started in 1993 as a coffee cart has become one of Birmingham’s favorite spots. Open weekdays serving homemade soups, salads, sandwiches and a full espresso menu. lucyscoffeeandtea.com • O’HENRY’S COFFEES – O’Henry’s pours coffees from the top one percent of coffee in

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the world, roasted locally and in small batches Several locations around the city make for convenient sipping. ohenryscoffees.com • THE RED CAT – This cozy spot in historic Pepper Place roasts its fair trade coffee on site and often has live acoustic music or improv at night. They also serve beer, wine and light sandwiches. theredcatcoffeehouse.com • SATELLITE COFFEE BAR – Satellite serves the community with freshly brewed coffee and warm local pastries. Coffee manager, Camille will make you feel right at home. saturnbirmingham.com/satellite/coffee • SEEDS COFFEE COMPANY – Seeds, the only nonprofit coffee roaster in Birmingham, has a diverse selection of flavors, along with live music and a friendly atmosphere. seedscoffee.com • URBAN STANDARD – This coffee shop brings a European vibe to downtown’s busy 2nd Ave. Funky décor and hip patrons make this an interesting place to grab coffee with breakfast, lunch or supper on weekdays. urbanstandard.net It’s all good to the last drop!

DINING JIM N NICK’S BAR B Q

MAKI FRESH

NAJI’S PITA GOURMET RESTAURANT

JINSEI SUSHI BAR & LOUNGE

MELLOW MUSHROOM – HWY 280

NEW YORK PIZZA

220 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-942-3336, jimnnicks.com 1830 29th Ave S, Ste. 125, Homewood 205-802-1440, jinseisushi.com JOHNNY'S RESTAURANT

2902 18th St S, Ste 200, Homewood 205-802-2711 JOHNNY RAY’S BAR-B-QUE

3431 Colonnade Pkwy, Ste. 500, Birmingham, 205-967-0099 johnnyrays.com JOJO’S ON BROADWAY

903 Broadway St, Homewood 205-877-8058, jojosonbroadway-gastropub.com

2800 Cahaba Village Plaza, Birmingham 205-970-3242, makifresh.com 920 Inverness Corners, Birmingham 205-981-9914 mellowmushroom.com

166 West Valley Ave, Homewood 205-945-6001 1010 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-871-4000 NEWK’S EATERY

2800 Cahaba Village Plaza, Mtn Brook, 205-969-5584, newks.com

MICHAEL’S RESTAURANT @ ALOFT HOTEL

1903 29th Ave S, Homewood 205-871-9525 eatatmichaels.com

OAK HILL BAR & GRILL

2835 18th St S, Homewood 205-870-8277

MILO’S HAMBURGERS - HOMEWOOD

208 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood 205-945-8008, miloshamburgers.com MILO'S HAMBURGERS - INVERNESS

1210 Inverness Corners 205-991-6456, miloshamburgers.com

O’CARR’S DELI

2909 18th St S, Homewood 205-879-2196 birminghammenus.com/ocarrs O’HENRY’S COFFEES

MING’S CUISINE

2831 18th St S, Homewood 205-870-1198, ohenryscoffee.com

3501 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham 205-298-0200, ekobe.com

514 Cahaba Park Cir, Birmingham 205-991-3803

KOSHER CAFÉ

MISS DOTS FOOD & DRINK

2838 Culver Rd, Mtn Brook 205-871-2060

KOBE JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR

3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham 205-386-3130

49 Church St, Mtn Brook 05-739-2232 lovemissdots.com

LA PAZ RESTAURANTE

MISS MYRA’S PIT BARBECUE

LA SABROSITA

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL – MOUNTAIN BROOK

293 West Valley Ave, Homewood 205-290-0511

2737 Hwy 280, Suite 161 205-445-0456, moeScom

LANDRY’S SEAFOOD HOUSE

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL

99 Euclid Ave, Birmingham 205-879-2225 lapazbham.com

139 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood 205-916-0777 landrysseafoodhouse.com LITTLE DONKEY TAQUERIA

2821 Central Ave, Homewood 205-703-7000 thelittledonkey.com LLOYD’S RESTAURANT

5301 Hwy 280 S, Birmingham 205-991-5530 LOS COMPADRES MEXICAN RESTAURANT

308 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-945-8002 MAFIAOZA’S PIZZERIA & NEIGHBORHOOD PUB

2 Dexter Ave, Mtn Brook 205-414-7878, mafiaozas.com

OLEXA’S

OLIVE BRANCH

3236 Cahaba Heights Rd, 205-967-4600

3278 Cahaba Heights Rd, Birmingham, 205-967-6004

OTEY’S TAVERN

224 Country Club Park, Mtn Brook 205-871-8435 OVER EASY

358 Hollywood Blvd, Homewood 205-639-1910, eatovereasy.com P. F. CHANG’S

231 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood 205-943-7942, moes.com

233 Summit Blvd, Birmingham 205-967-0040, pfchangs.com

MOMMA GOLDBERG’S DELI

PABLO’S RESTAURANTE & CANTINA

2829 18th St S, Homewood 205-834-8871 mommagoldbergsdeli.com

3439 Colonnade Pkwy, 205-969-1411 PHO QUE HUONG VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT

MOUNTAIN BROOK CREAMERY

2715 Cahaba Rd, Mtn Brook 205-870-0092

430 Green Springs Hwy, Ste. 15, Homewood, 205-942-5400

MR. WANG’S RESTAURANT

PURPLE ONION DELI & GRILL HOMEWOOD

217 Lakeshore Pkwy, Homewood 205-945-9000, mrwangsbuffet.com MUDTOWN

3144 Green Valley Rd, Birmingham 205-967-3300, mudtownalabama.com NABEEL’S CAFÉ & MARKET

1706 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-879-9292, nabeels.com

479 Green Springs Hwy, Homewood 205-941-9979 REAL & ROSEMARY

1922 29th Ave S, Homewood 205-820-7100, realandrosemary.com RED PEARL RESTAURANT

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DINING TAIPEI 101 SUSHI AND ASIAN BISTRO

471 Green Springs Hwy, Homewood 205-912-7037 TAZIKI’S GREEK FARE

2737 Hwy 280, Suite 121, Mtn. Brook, 205-870-0455 TAZIKI’S GREEK FARE – COLONNADE

3439 Colonnade Parkway, Ste. 1700, 205-968-6622, tazikis.net THE PANTRY BY STONE HOLLOW FARMSTEAD

17 Dexter Ave, Mtn. Brook 205-803-3585, thefarmsteadpantry.com TRACY’S

75 Church St, 205-803-3005 URBAN COOKHOUSE

2846 18th St, Homewood 205-879-0883, urbancookhouse.com THE RIDGE EAT & DRINK

3325 Rocky Ridge Plaza, Cahaba Heights 205-917-5080, theridgealabama.com RIVER CITY GRILLE

Birmingham Marriott, 3590 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, 205-968-3775 ROMANO’S MACARONI GRILL

241 Summit Blvd, Birmingham 205-298-7998, macaronigrill.com RUTH’S CHRIS STEAKHOUSE

2300 Woodcrest Place, Homewood 205-879-9995, ruthschris.net SABOR LATINO RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

112 Green Springs Hwy, Homewood 205-942-9480 SALEM’S DINER

2913 18th St S, Homewood 205-877-8797, salemsdiner.com SAM’S DELI & GRILL

932 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-871-0383 SAM’S SUPER SANDWICHES

2812 18th St S, 205-871-0046

SAN MIGUEL MEXICAN RESTAURANT

201 Green Springs Hwy, Homewood, 205-942-1740 SATTERFIELD’S RESTAURANT

3161 Cahaba Heights Rd, Ste. 113, Birmingham, 205-969-9690, satterfieldsrestaurant.com 7 8 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

SAVAGE’S BAKERY & RESTAURANT

2916 18th St S, Homewood 205-871-4901, savagesbakery.net SAW’S BBQ

1008 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood 205-879-1937 SAW’S JUKE JOINT

1115 Dunston Ave, Birmingham 205-745-3920

URBAN COOKHOUSE AT THE SUMMIT

250 Summit Blvd, Ste. 102, Birmingham 205-969-6700, urbancookhouse.com VILLAGE TAVERN

101 Summit Blvd, Birmingham 205-970-1640, villagetavern.com VINO

1930 Cahaba Rd, Mtn. Brook 205-870-8404, vinobirmingham.com

SEASONS 52 RESTAURANT

ZOE'S KITCHEN - CRESTLINE

SEEDS COFFEE COMPANY

ZOE'S KITCHEN - HOMEWOOD

STEEL CITY POPS

ZOE'S KITCHEN - SUMMIT

2821 Central Ave, Ste. 109, Homewood 205-969-8770, steelcitypops.com

323 Summit Blvd 205-967-5800, zoeskitchen.com

STEELE’S

Bessemer, West

245 Summit Blvd, Birmingham 205-968-5152, seasons52.com 174 Oxmoor Rd,Homewood 205-259-6405, seedscoffee.com

8 Perimeter Park S, Birmingham 205-972-8602 SUPERIOR GRILL

4701 Hwy 280 S, Birmingham 205-991-5112 superiorgrillbirmingham.com SURIN 280

16 Perimeter Park S, Birmingham 205-968-8161 SURIN OF THAILAND

64 Church St, Birmingham 205-871-4531, surinofthailand.com

225 Country Club Park 205-871-0060, .zoeskitchen.com 1830 29th Avenue S, Suite 155 205-870-1100, .zoeskitchen.com

ALL ORIGINAL PIZZERIA

4760 Eastern Valley Rd, Suite 122, McCalla, 205-477-1123 BOB SYKES BARBEQUE

1724 9th Ave N, 205-426-1400 THE BRIGHT STAR

304 19th St N, Bessemer 205-426-1861, thebrightstar.com CHINA KING CHINESE RESTAURANT

4760 Eastern Valley Rd, Suite 102, McCalla, 205-477-8388

DINING CHINA SEA

3102 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr, Hueytown, 205-491-7500 CHINA WOK

3979 Parkwood Rd, Suite 111, Bessemer 205-428-8801 CLASSIC BURGER

1732 15th St N, 204-424-5742

MUFFALLETTA’S PIZZA AND PASTA

BAUMHOWER'S WINGS OF PATTON CREEK

1810 9th Ave N, Birmingham 205-424-9901

4445 Creekside Ave, Suite 161 Hoover 205-403-7474, baumhowers.com

NIKI’S WEST

233 Finley Ave W, Birmingham 205-252-5751

BILLY’S SPORTS GRILL

4520 Overton Rd, Suite 104, Birmingham, 205-956-2323 billysbarandgrill.com

NINJA JAPANESE SUSHI & STEAK HOUSE

DEB'S HOT DOGS

4847 Promenade Pkwy Ste 115 Bessemer, 205-760-5508

EAGLES RESTAURANT

BISTRO V

RAILROAD CAFE

2610 16 St N, Birmingham 205-320-0099, eaglerestaurant.com

1205 Lake Dr. SE., Ste. 111 205-424-1073

521 Montgomery Hwy, Ste. 113, Vestavia Hills, 205-823-1505, bistro-v.com

EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI DINER (LENA'S)

SAN ANTONIO GRILL – MCCALLA

3151 Green Valley Rd Vestavia Hills 205-967-3798, blackwellspub.com

1395 4th Ave SW, 205-424-7600

3103 Ensley Five Points W Ave 205-781-7837 EGG ROLL EXPRESS

100 Bessemer Super Hwy Midfield 205-925-4670 FAIRFIELD SEAFOOD EXPRESS

4760 Eastern Valley Rd, Suite 140, McCalla, 205-477-1110

SHANGHAI CHINESE RESTAURANT

156 River Square Plaza Hueytown 205-491-4422

348 Finley Ave W, Birmingham 205-323-6427 or 328-2247

GOLDEN DRAGON I

SPEEDY'S MEXICAN FOODS

GUS'S HOT DOGS

224 Brooklane Dr Hueytown 205-491-8565 HOME PLATE DINER

2780 Allison Bonnett Dr, Hueytown 205-744-8855 JADE GARDEN

760 Academy Dr, Ste. 112, Bessemer 205-428-5878 JENNIE'S SANDWICH SHOP

331 4th Avenue N, 205-424-3663 LOS SOMBERO’S

5031 Ford Pkwy, Suite 107, Bessemer 205-425-8887 MAIN MOON CHINESE RESTAURANT

737 9th Ave N, Bessemer, 205-425-7277 MILO’S HAMBURGERS - BESSEMER BRENT BOYD

757 Academy Dr., Bessemer 205-426-1650, miloshamburgers.com MILO’S HAMBURGERS - FAIRFIELD

6600 EJ Oliver Blvd, Fairfield 205-788-6456

3219 Lorna Rd, Hoover 205-978-075

591 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham 205-824-4320 BONEFISH GRILL

3430 Galleria Circle, Hoover 205-985-9545, bonefishgrill.com

275 Forest Rd Hueytown 205-744-4659

BROCK’S

TAKOYAKI JAPANESE INDONESIAN CUISINE AND SUSHI

4774 Eastern Valley Rd. #101, Bessemer 205-477-6400, takoyakirestaurant.com TOP THAT GRILLE II

4000 Grand Ave, Hoover 205-949-3051 BUFFALO WILD WINGS - HOOVER

2772 John Hawkins Pkwy, Ste 100 Hoover 205-983-9464 buffalowildwings.com CAJUN STEAMER BAR AND GRILL

1371 Bessemer Rd, Birmingham 205-923-2422

180 Main St, Ste. 200, Hoover 205-985-7785, cajunsteamer.com

UNCLE SAM’S BARBECUE

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN

3043 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr, Hueytown, 205-491-1333 unclesamsbbq.com

3470 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover 205-444-0777 CHARLIE’S TAPHOUSE & CAFE

Hoover, Vestavia

1845 Montgomery Hwy, Ste 207 205-988-5558

AMIGO’S MEXICAN GRILL

CHINA BEN

3659 Lorna Rd, #133, Hoover 205-682-8090

790 Hwy 31 S, Ste. 102, Vestavia Hills 205-823-8920

ASIAN RIM SUSHI COMPANY

CHINA DOLL 2

3419 Colonnade Pkwy, Suite 100, Birmingham, 205-490-1444, asianrim.com BAKER’S FAMOUS PIZZA

BLUE PACIFIC THAI RESTAURANT/ HOOVER FOOD MART

BLUFF PARK DINER

SMOKEHOUSE STEAK & SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

3710 Richard M Scrushy Pkwy 205-781-4680

2227 Bessemer Rd, 205-788-8730

BLACKWELL'S NEIGHBORHOOD PUB

2656 Valleydale Rd, Hoover 205-980-7151 CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL

757 Shades Mtn Plaza, Hoover 205-822-4848, bakersfamouspizza.com

1759 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover 205-982-4833, chipotle.com

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DINING HABANEROS MEXICAN GRILL

1601 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover 205-979-7772 HAPPY CHINA CHINESE RESTAURANT

4524 Southlake Pkwy, Suite 28, Hoover 205-403-6188 HUNAN GARDEN

1851 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover 205-987-9599 INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES- IHOP

2000 Parkway Pelham 205-987-132, ihop.com

IZ CAFÉ ROCKY RIDGE

2514 Rocky Ridge Rd, Hoover 205-979-7570, everythingiz.com J. ALEXANDER’S RESTAURANT BRENT BOYD

CHUCK E. CHEESE'S

500 Old Town Rd Vestavia Hills 205979-3420, chuckecheese.com

FISH MARKET RESTAURANT

1681 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover 205-823-3474, fishmarketrestaurant.com

COSTA’S MEDITERRANEAN CAFE

FOODBAR

COZUMEL GRILL & MEXICAN RESTAURANT

FRONT PORCH

3443 Lorna Rd, Hoover, 205-978-1603

2754 Pelham Pkwy Pelham 205-621-8886 DALE’S SOUTHERN GRILL

1843 Montgomery Hwy, Suite 107, Birmingham, 205-987-4757 dalessoutherngrills.com DEPOT DELI & GRILL

29 Lake Davidson Ln Helena 205-620-1426 DIPLOMAT DELICATESSEN & SPIRITS

1413 Montgomery Hwy, Ste. 101, Vestavia Hills, 205-979-1515 EDGAR’S OLD STYLE BAKERY

180 Main St, Ste. 240, Hoover 205-987-0790, edgarsbakery.com FIREBIRDS ROCKY MOUNTAIN GRILL

191 Main St, Hoover 35244-5060 205-733-2002, firebirdsrestaurants.com FIREHOUSE SUBS - VESTAVIA

623 Montgomery Hwy Vestavia Hills 205-979-5753, firehousesubs.com 8 0 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

3156 Heights Village, Vestavia Hills, 205-876-8100, foodbarbham.com 2301 Grand Ave, Hoover, 205-436-2072, frontporchrossbridge.com FULL MOON BAR-B-QUE - HOOVER

2000 Patton Chapel Rd, Hoover 205-822-6666 GABRIEL’S SPIRITED CAFE

3706 Lorna Rd, Hoover 205-985-0983, gabrielscafe.net GOLDEN RULE BARBECUE HOOVER

1571 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover 205-823-7770, goldenrulebbq.com GREAT WRAPS

2000 Riverchase Galleria, Ste 222 205-985-0810

3320 Galleria Circle, Hoover 205-733-9995, jalexanders.com JAKES SOUL FOOD CAFE

3075 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244, 205-438-6340 JIM N NICK’S BAR B Q - RIVERCHASE

1810 Montgomery Hwy S, Hoover 205-733-1300, jimnnicks.com JOHNNY BRUSCO’S NEW YORK STYLE PIZZA

2516 Rocky Ridge Rd, Vestavia 205-637-5270 JOHNNY RAY'S BAR-B-QUE PELHAM

2252 Pelham Pkwy Pelham 205-989-7211, johnnyraysbbq.com

JOHNNY RAY'S BAR-B-QUE PELHAM

309 Huntley Pkwy Pelham 205-664-0501, johnnyraysbbq.com JUBILEE JOE’S FRESH SEAFOOD MARKET & RESTAURANT

2341 John Hawkins Pkwy, Ste. 119, Hoover, 205-982-7797 jubileejoes.com KLINGLER’S EUROPEAN BAKERY & CAFE

GREEN VALLEY DRUG CO

1915 Hoover Ct Hoover , 205-822-1151

621 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, 205-823-4560 birminghammenus.com/klinglers

GUS'S HOT DOGS

KOOL KORNER SANDWICHES

4685 Hwy 17, Suite E Helena 205-620-5060

1360 Montgomery Hwy, Ste 106 Vestavia Hills, 205-822-4406 koolkornersandwiches.com

DINING KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUTS

PABLO’S RESTAURANTE & CANTINA

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LA FIESTA

PAPPAS’ DELICIOUS FOODS

SUMO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR

1990 New Patton Chapel Rd, Hoover 205-822-8272 1941 Hoover Ct, Ste. A, Hoover 205-979-7314 MANDARIN HOUSE

1550 Montgomery Hwy, Ste. O, Hoover, 205-822-1761 MILO'S HAMBURGERS

2020 Pelham Parkway Pelham 205-402-0722 miloshamburgers.com MILO’S HAMBURGERS - VESTAVIA

1455 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills 205-823-6456 miloshamburgers.com MOE’S ORIGINAL BBQ

181 Main St, Ste. 201, 205-985-8841 moesoriginalbbq.com MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL RIVERCHASE

3670 Lorna Rd, Hoover 205-937-6163, moes.com

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL VESTAVIA HILLS

716 Montgomery Hwy, Suite 108 205-824-7663, moes.com MOSS ROCK TACORS & TEQUILA

616 Preserve Pkwy, Hoover, 205-783-1130, mossrocktacos.com MR. P’S BUTCHER SHOP & DELI

813 Shades Crest Rd, Hoover 205-823-6136 MUGSHOTS BAR & GRILL

1919 Kentucky Ave, #101, Vestavia Hills, 205-824-9030 mugshotsgrillandbar.com NEWK’S EATERY

2760 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover 205-682-1211 1066 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, 205-823-4458

571 Park Ave, Hoover, 205-719-1717, parkavecafe.wix.com

TAQUERIA MEXICO

PERFECT NOTE RESTAURANT LIVE MUSIC AND DINING

TASTE OF THAILAND

3321 Lorna Rd, Ste. 3, Hoover 205-978-6863 TECATE BAR & GRILL

612 Montgomery Hwy, #100, Vestavia Hills, 205-823-2399

PURPLE ONION DELI & GRILL

1551 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover 205-822-7322, purpleonionofhoover.com

THE PITA CAFE

2801 Hwy 150, Ste. 137J, Hoover 205-402-7482

ROLY POLY SANDWICHES

180 Main Street, Suite 232 Hoover 205-402-9977, rolypoly.com

TIP TOP GRILL

588 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, 205-978-8677

SALVATORE’S PIZZA

1594 Montgomery Hwy, Ste. 102M, Hoover, 205-823-7206

TORTUGAS HOMEMADE PIZZA

2801 John Hawkins Pkwy Ste. 169R, Hoover, 205-403-9800

SAMURAI JAPAN RESTAURANT

700 Montgomery Hwy, Ste 17 205-978-7775, fusionsamuraijapan.com SANPEGGIO’S PIZZA - HOOVER

3435 S Shades Crest Rd, Ste. 115, Hoover, 205-403-0100

700 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills 205-978-7775

2501 Rocky Ridge Rd, Vestavia Hills, 205-874-9293, twistedrootburgerco. com 610 Preserve Pkwy, Ste 100, Hoover 205 637-3036, vecchiabirmingham.com YUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT

2760 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover 205-402-9888

SHANE’S RIB SHACK

2673 Valleydale Rd – Hoover 205-874-6888 shanesribshack.com

YOGURT MOUNTAIN - HOOVER

3032 John Hawkins Pkwy 205-733-1433 yogurtmountain.com

SHIPLEY’S DO-NUTS

2050 Greenvale Lane, Hoover 205-822-2142

SNAPPER GRABBER'S LAND & SEA

TWISTED ROOT BURGER CO

VECCHIA PIZZERIA & MERCATO

SEKISUI BIRMINGHAM

ON TAP SPORTS CAFÉ – GALLERIA

1580 Montgomery Hwy, Ste. 12, Hoover, 205-978-0318

3724 Lorna Rd, Hoover, 205-989-5559

1845 Montgomery Hwy S, Ste 201 Hoover, 205-986-7280 perfectnotelive.com

SILVER COIN INDIAN GRILL

ORGANIC HARVEST MARKET & CAFE

151 Main St, Hoover, 205-444-1515 esumo.com

PARK AVE CAFÉ

612 Montgomery Hwy, Ste. 110, Vestavia Hills, 205-777-0442 newks.com 3440 Galleria Circle, Hoover 205-988-3203 ontapsportscafe.com

3250 Galleria Circle, Hoover 205-982-3070, stixonline.com

ZAPATA MEXICAN RESTAURANT

3321 Lorna Rd, Hoover, 205-823-9070 silvercoinusa.com

2005 Valleydale Rd, Ste. 3, Hoover 205-733-1115 ZOE’S KITCHEN - PATTON CREEK

521 Montgomery hwy, ste 101, vestavia hills, 205-637-3031

180 Main St, Ste. 140, Hoover 205-989-4020 zoeskitchen.com

SOL AZTECA

ZOE'S KITCHEN - VESTAVIA

1360 Montgomery Hwy, Ste. 128, Birmingham, 205-979-4902

700 Montgomery Hwy, Ste 190 205-822-5922, zoeskitchen.com

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S P O TL IG H T: C RAFT BEER

WELCOME TO BEERMINGHAM Your Insider’s Guide to Birmingham’s Craft Beer Community BIRMINGHAM HAS A HISTORY OF local breweries spanning 200 years. First, there was the local brew house Birmingham Brewery, in the 1800s. That was followed by Birmingham Brewing Co., which supplied the city from 1992 to 1998. City Brewery replaced Birmingham Brewing Co., but closed in 2000.

Opening and running a successful brewery was no easy task given Alabama’s strict beer laws. And for nearly a decade, there was no beer production in town and certainly no signature brews to offer outsiders on a thirst-inducing day.

Then something of a revolution happened.

In 2004 a group of concerned citizens gathered to discuss Alabama legislation; the topic was one of an effervescent nature. Nearly eleven years and hours upon hours of volunteer manpower later, the Magic City is now a diamond in the rough where the craft beer scene is concerned, with a thriving community boasting four local breweries and two of our favorite watering 8 2 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

holes where you’ll find one-of-a-kind styles and flavors. Birmingham is witnessing a new industry form that is changing the face of burgeoning neighborhoods and giving residents something to toast about.

It’s something we’re proud of and we celebrate it as often as possible with annual events, tours and just plain relaxing after work with a pint.

Here, we introduce you to our own family of local breweries and some businesses that support them. Each of the breweries in this section have not only crafted their own unique brews, but they each have a distinct character and personality when you visit their taprooms.

However, there are a few themes you will find that they all share: love of their product, love of people and love of their city.

Please visit each of these places and mention that this guide pointed you in their directions and be sure to take home some swag!

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AVONDALE BREWING COMPANY Put Your Trunks Up!

Combine the charm of a historic town, the passion of several good friends, a rooted respect for the brewing craft, and you have unearthed the beginning of what Avondale Brewing Company is all about. Avondale Brewing Company is a quaint craft brewery housed in a fully renovated, historic building in the Avondale neighborhood of Birmingham, Alabama. In just over a year, Avondale Brewing Company launched a complete line-up of 15 unique flagship and seasonal hand-crafted brews that tell the stories of the area’s rich folklore and neighborhood queen, a beer guzzling circus elephant named Miss Fancy. The brewery and a handful of other local small businesses have helped bring people back to this area to enjoy the benefits of a once again thriving community.

Now discover their new distilled liquors,

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CAHABA BREWING COMPANY Jump In!

Avondale Spirits, which include vodka, gin and whiskey. avondalebrewingcompany.com; 205-777-5456; 201 41st Street S., Birmingham, AL 35222; Taproom Hours: Fri: 3p-12a; Sat: 12p-12a; Sun: 1p-10p; See our Facebook page for tour dates.

American Blonde, Ryezome Stout, Oka Uba IPA and rotating seasonals. cahababrewing.com; 205-578-2616; 4500 5th Ave S, Bldg C, Birmingham, AL 35222; Taproom hours: Mon—Thu: 3p-10p; Fri—Sat: 12p-12a; Sun: 12p-8p

Eric Meyer and Andy Gwaltney, friends with more than a common interest for craft beer and home brewing, came together to found a brewery to celebrate life’s passions and provide Birmingham with a broad selection of flavorful craft beers. With a love of the outdoors they named the brewery after Alabama’s iconic Cahaba River. In the summer of 2011 they devised a plan to build a brewery and thus Cahaba Brewing Company was born.

Crafting excellent beer is their passion. Like the river itself, it is the source of the journey.

They didn’t know what was around the bend, but this they did know—sitting on the bank was not an option. Now Eric and Andy are supplying Birmingham bars and restaurants with craft beers such as White IPA, Liquidambar, 8 0 0. 4 5 8 . 8 0 8 5 | I N B I R M I N G H A M . CO M | 83

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TRIMTAB BREWING COMPANY Where Art Meets Craft

A trim tab is the small rudder on the larger rudder of a ship – an unassuming device that

requires little effort to steer an ocean liner or airplane, no matter the size. Using that metaphor as a namesake, TrimTab Brewing is dedicated to three things: celebrating people that are small sources of large-scale change, crafting balanced beers, and having a lot of fun while they do it.

TrimTab Brewing showcases a wide portfolio of unique styles of beer ranging from their flagships TRIMTAB IPA and Paradise Now Raspberry Beliner Weisse, to to daily changing limited releases that are only available at the brewery.

Their “Tasting Gallery," part taproom, part art gallery, is dedicated to promoting regional artists whose work is continuously for sale. The space combines industrial and modern elements to create an atmosphere that is light, open and inviting for enjoying their masterfully crafted brews year-round. trimtabbrewing.com 2721 5th Avenue S., Birmingham, AL 35233 Tasting Gallery hours: Tue—Thu: 4-10p; Fri: 3-12a; Sat: 2-12a; Sun: 2-8p

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The Perfect Place for Pairings Beers from around the globe populate the 43 taps of The J. Clyde’s front bar, but what really distinguishes The J. Clyde as a local icon is the back bar—17 taps filled exclusively with beer from the great state of Alabama! With an expert staff and a wide variety of glassware, they ensure that every beer is poured properly and served in its appropriate vessel.

The J. Clyde takes pride in supporting the local food community, too. Summer, fall, winter, and spring bring slates of vibrant and fresh local ingredients to craft seasonal culinary treats that pair perfectly with a fluid rotation of beers, some of which can be found only at The J. Clyde. Quarterly beer dinners showcase many of these pairings and educate neighbors and visitors about the unique nuances and expressions of world-class beer. Enjoy outdoor dining at The J. Clyde, too. Cheers!

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jclyde.com; 205-939-1312 1312 Cobb Lane, Birmingham, AL 35205 Hours: Mon—Wed: 2p-12p; Thu—Sat: 2p-2a

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HOP CITY BEER AND WINE

Take a growler or two back to your hotel With a commitment to carry every single bottle or canned choice available in Alabama, coupled with 60 constantly rotating taps for pints and growlers, Hop City is the goto spot for all things beer. Sprinkle in an informed selection of over 1,000 wines and you have a grown-up version of Willy Wonka’s factory.

Magic City’s version of Hop City opened in September 2012. Hop City is one of the top ten beer retailers in the US, according to both Draft Magazine and Ratebeer.com. In addition, Beer Advocate has awarded their highest ranking for Hop City’s amazing service, knowledge59 and selection.

Swing by and enjoy a beer at the bar, browse the aisles for a favorite or a rarity,

then fill a jug with a draft for that party this weekend. Ask for a recommendation – the team loves to talk beer and wine! Check the website for an event schedule including free weekly tastings and new beer launches. hopcitybeer.com; 205-279-2337 n gto rrin Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233 2924 rd A3rd d. a v l h B ic Jr. Mon—Wed: 10a-9p; Thu—Sat: 10a-10p RHours: “Like” Hop City on Facebook to stay in the know.

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A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM AFTER DARK

WHERE TO SIP

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When the day ends, more fun kicks in with lively choices of entertainment around the city. Catch a live theatrical production from one of a dozen companies in town. Take yourself out to the ballgame with the Birmingham Barons. See an exceptionally good performance by the Alabama Ballet.

And by all means, find some live music‌.

A F T E R DA R K

Southside and Downtown 1ST AND 23RD

2300 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-213-8255, 1stand23rd.com 3000 BAR

1100 20th St S, Birmingham 205-933-3222 41ST ST PUB & AIRCRAFT SALES

130 41st St S, Ste. 105, Birmingham 205-202-4187, 41stStpub.com

AVONDALE COMMON HOUSE & DISTILLERY

BROWNS BAR

720 29th St S, Birmingham 205-520-8885

4100 3rd Ave S, Birmingham 205-703-9895 avondalecommonhouse.com

BUCK MULLIGAN'S PUBLIC HOUSE

BIRD'S BAR AND PIZZA

2839 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-323-0008, birdsbarandpizza.com BIRMINGHAM DAIQUIRIS

324 9th St N, Birmingham 205-226-6790 birminghamdaiquiris.com

BLACK MARKET BAR & GRILL

1035 20th St S, Birmingham 205-933-8035 evilbartenders.wix.com/blackmarket

THE ATOMIC BAR & LOUNGE

BLUE MONKEY

2113 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-983-7887, theatomiclounge.com

1318 Cobb Lane S, Birmingham 205-933-9222, bluemonkeylounge.com

AVONDALE BREWING COMPANY

THE BREAK RESTAURANT & BILLIARDS

201 41st St S, Birmingham 205-777-5456, avondalebrewing.com

1001 20th St S, Birmingham 205-252-3779

CAHABA BREWING COMPANY

4500 5th Ave S, Bldg C 205-578-2616, cahababrewing.com CANTINA TORTILLA GRILL

2627 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-321-2812, alsonseventh.com

AL'S ON SEVENTH

2011 Highland Ave S, Birmingham 205-933-3999, buckmulliganspub.com

2901 2nd Ave S, Ste. 110 Birmingham, 205-323-6980 cantinatortillagrill.com

CARRIGAN'S PUBLIC HOUSE

2430 Morris Ave, Birmingham 205-440-2430, carriganspub.com CHASER’S SPORTS BAR

815 24th St N, Birmingham 205-324-2425 CLUB SOUTH

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THE COLLINS BAR

THE H MARTINI BAR

DAVE’S PUB

INNISFREE IRISH PUB

2125 2nd Ave N, Ste. 100 Birmingham, 205-323-7995 collinsbirmingham.com 1128 20th St S, Birmingham 205-933-4030 FANCY'S ON FIFTH

430 41st St S, Birmingham 205-777-3662, fancyson5th.com

1023 20th St S, Birmingham 205-933-9555 thehotelhighland.com/martini_bar

IRON CITY BIRMINGHAM

MARTY'S P.M.

513 22nd St S, 205-202-5483 ironcitybham.com THE J. CLYDE

1312 Cobb Lane, Birmingham 205-939-1312 jclyde.com

THE GARAGE

JAZZI'S ON 3RD

2616 3rd Ave S, Birmingham 205-201-5817, ghosttrainbrewing.com GOOD PEOPLE BREWING COMPANY

114 14th St S, Birmingham 205-286-2337, goodpeoplebrewing.com

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THE MARBLE RING

430 41st St S Ste B, Birmingham 205-202-2252 themarblering.com

803 9th Court S, Birmingham 205-251-0960

GHOST TRAIN BREWING

726 29th St S, Birmingham 205-322-7005

710 29th St S, Birmingham 205-252-4252, innisfreepub.com

GABLE SQUARE SALOON & GAMES

2304 10th Terrace S, Birmingham 205-322-3220

LOU’S PUB & PACKAGE STORE

1725 3rd Ave N, Birmingham 205-321-6233, jazzison3rd.com JAZZY'S ON 1ST

2215 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-400-4970 THE LOUIS BAR

1821 2nd Ave N, Piztz Food Hall, Birmingham, 205-730-9002

1813 10th Ct S, Birmingham 205-939-0045 MOJO PUB & GRILL

2801 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-703-0933 itsatmojo.com MOON SHINE

1928 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-731-3600 moonshinebirmingham.com NANA FUNKS

708 29th St S, Birmingham 205-250-8003 nana-funks.com

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THE NICK

PLUM BAR

OASIS

THE QUEST

2514 10th Ave S, Birmingham 205-252-3831, thenickrocks.com 2807 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-323-5538 oasisbar.com OLD CAR HEAVEN

3501 1st Ave S Birmingham, 205-326-8902 oldcarheaven.com ON TAP SPORTS CAFÉ - LAKEVIEW

737 29th St S, Birmingham 205-320-1225 ontapsportscafe.com OUR PLACE

2115 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-715-0077 PALE EDDIE’S POUR HOUSE

4120 3rd Ave S, Birmingham SPIKE'S LEATHER CLUB

620 27th St S, Birmingham 205-703-9778, spikesleatherclub.com

416 24th St S, Birmingham 205-251-4313, quest-club.com

SYNDICATE LOUNGE

ROGUE TAVERN

2312 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 205-202-4151, roguetavern.com

433 20th St S, Birmingham 205-821-7026 syndicatelounge.com

THE ROOF AT THE REDMONT

TAVERN ON 1ST

2320 1st AVe N, Birmingham 205-201-5005 tavernon1st.com

2101 5th Ave N, Birmingham 205-957-6828 SATURN

200 41st St S, Birmingham 205-703-9545, saturnbirmingham.com SIDEBAR

2929 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-224-4410, lakeviewsidebar.com

2308 2nd Ave North, Birmingham 205-297-0052 paleeddiespourhouse.com

SKKY NIGHT CLUB

PARKSIDE

SOUND & PAGE

4036 5th Ave S, Birmingham 205-595-0920

THE SOUR ROOM

108 17th St N, Birmingham 205-555-5678

1928 11th Ave S, Birmingham, 205-731-2582 5529 1st Ave S, Birmingham 205-245-3819, soundandpage.com

TIN ROOF

2709 7th Ave S, Birmingham 205-323-4356 tinroofbar.com TODD ENGLISH P.U.B.

2221 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N Birmingham, 205-307-3700 toddenglishpub.com TRIM TAB BREWING COMPANY

2721 Fifth Ave S Birmingham, 828-545-4746 trimtabbrewing.com

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THE WINE LOFT

2200 1st Ave N, Birmingham 205-323-8228 wineloftbirmingham.com WORKPLAY

500 23rd St S, Birmingham 205-879-4773 workplay.com ZYDECO

2001 15th Ave S, Birmingham 205-933-1032 zydecobirmingham.com

Airport, Centerpoint, Eastwood, Irondale, Leeds, Trussville AIRPORT INN TAVERN

7502 5th Ave N, Birmingham 205-836-9110 BOURBON ST BAR & LOUNGE

1568 Cooper Hill Rd, Birmingham 205-957-1006 TED TUCKER

CRESTWOOD TAVERN

5500 Crestwood Blvd., Birmingham 205-510-0053 , crestwoodtavern.com PARADISE ON THE PAKWAY

9500 Pkwy E, Trussville 205-240-0427

HICKORY TAVERN

RED LION

Homewood, Mountain Brook, Inverness

JACKSON’S BAR & BISTRO

SAW’S JUKE JOINT

BASIL GOURMET PIZZA & BAR

1101 Dunston Ave, Mtn. Brook, 205-224-4465 BILLY’S BAR & GRILL

595 Brookwood Village, Homewood 205-968-1311, thehickorytavern.com 1831 28th Ave S, Ste. 175, Homewood 205-870-9669 jacksonsbarandbistro.com/Birmingham MAFIAOZA’S PIZZERIA AND NEIGHBORHOOD PUB

2012 Cahaba Rd, Mtn. Brook 205-879-2238, billysbarandgrill.com

2 Dexter Ave, Mtn. Brook 205-414-7878, mafiaozas.com

BLACK MARKET BAR

OAK HILL BAR & GRILL

3411 Colonnade Parkway, Ste. 800 Birmingham, 205-967-8787 evilbartenders.wix/com/blackmarket COURTYARD 280 OYSTER BAR & GRILL

4643 Hwy 280, Ste. M, Birmingham 205-980-9891 DRAM WHISKEY BAR

2721 Cahaba Rd, Mtn. Brook 205-871-8055, dramwhiskeybar.com

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2835 18th St S, Homewood 205-870-8277 OTEY’S TAVERN

224 Country Club Park, Mtn. Brook 205-871-8435, oteystavern.com RED HILLS BREWING COMPANY

2821 Central ave, Homewood redhillsbrewing.net

1926 29th Ave S, Homewood 205-871-8552 1115 Dunston Ave, Birmingham 205-745-3920 STARZ KARAOKE LOUNGE

730 Valley Ave, Homewood 205-944-0007 SUPERIOR GRILL

4701 Hwy 280 S, Birmingham 205-991-5112 THE UPPER DECK SPORTS BAR & GRILL

449 Valley Ave Homewood 205-942-3289

Bessemer, Hoover, Hueytown, Vestavia

CHARLIE'S TAPHOUSE & GRILL

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COMEDY CLUB STARDOME

1485 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia 205-824-3555 BARRISTER'S TAVERN

1535 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover 205-978-6970, barristerstavern.com BILLY'S BAR & GRILL

4520 Overton Rd, Vestavia 205-956-2323, billyssportsgrill.com BLACKWELL’S NEIGHBORHOOD PUB

1845 Montgomery Hwy. Ste. 207, Hoover, 205-988-5558 1818 Data Drive, Hoover 205-444-0008, stardome.com FORD'S SPORTS BAR

1205 Lake Dr SE, Bessemer 205-424-6611, fordssports.bar GABRIEL’S SPORT CAFÉ

3706 Lorna Rd, Hoover 205-985-0983

3151 Green Valley Rd, Vestavia 205-967-3798, blackwellspub.com

GIP'S PLACE

THE BRIGHT STAR

THE HANGAR BAR & GRILL

304 19th Street N, Bessemer 205-424-9444, thebrightstar.com BUMPERS BILLIARDS

2132 Lorna Ridge LN #100, Hoover 205-823-4006

3101 Ave C, Bessemer, 205-919-8142 800 Mitchell Field Rd, Bessemer 205-434-2121, thehangarbarandgrill.com HARRY & BILLIE'S LOUNGE

1203 9th Avenue N, Bessemer 205-424-8305

THE HUMIDOR ROOM, CIGAR & SCOTCH BAR

5511 US-280 #101, Hoover 205-995-4481, humidorroom280.com MOONLIGHT ON THE MOUNTAIN

585 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham 205-317-4364, musiconthemtn.com ON TAP SPORTS CAFE - GALLERIA

3440 Galleria Circle, Hoover 205-988-3203, ontapsportscafe.com PERFECT NOTE

1851 Montgomery Hwy S, #201, Hoover 205-986-7280, perfectnotelive.com SPORTSTERS BAR AND GRILL

242 Forest Rd, Hueytown 205-744-6292

TWIN PEAKS

4330 Creekside Ave, Hoover 205-203-9461 twinpeaksrestaurant.com

A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM OUTDOORS

WHERE TO COMMUNE

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With as much or more green space as any urban area in the country, Birmingham is well known for outdoor recreation. Fishing, birding, camping and golfing are all popular activities in the greater Birmingham area. And with dozens of handsome parks around the city, communing with the great outdoors is always just moments away.

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Hiking and Outdoor Enjoyment ALDRIDGE GARDENS Aldridge Gardens, a 30-acre natural garden with a 5-acre lake, beautiful hydrangeas and now features the largest Frank Fleming Collection in the area, an art gallery on site and sculptures throughout the property. Aldridge Gardens is truly Birmingham area’s “best kept secret.” Aldrige Gardens, Nature and Art in Balance. 3530 Lorna Rd, Hoover FOR MORE INFORMATION: 205-682-8019 or aldridgegardens.com AVONDALE PARK Recent major renovations at Avondale Park led to revitalization in the area with the opening of Avondale Brewery, new restaurants, a pub and a fresh market. The 40-acre park has a 1,000-seat outdoor amphitheater, a large villa for events such as weddings and family reunions and a rose garden. The park also has small lake, baseball fields and other areas that are often in use for sports activities and cultural events. The park lies between 40th and 42nd Streets South and 5th Avenue South and Woodvale Rd. FOR MORE INFORMATION: 205- 254-2391 DORA’S HORSE CREEK TRAIL Constructed along an old railroad bed, this easy three-mile hiking trail runs from T. S. Boyd School to U.S. 78 at the Horse Creek Golf Course. It’s a combination of asphalt with an additional mile of unpaved nature trail. Five rest areas are along the route.

GETTING THERE: The school is at 23 Austin Circle.

MOSS ROCK PRESERVE This 250-acre preserve has boulders for climbers of all skill levels. It is home to four rare plant species, rock outcroppings, streams, waterfalls and wildlife. The wilderness within the preserve continues to improve as hardwoods grow and age and trails become more defined by continued use. Maps and signs help direct and guide difficulty. For maximum mileage, take the loop made up of the Blue and White Trails, which is a little more than 3 miles long. Or just spread out in the shady coolness

of the preserve and picnic. Please remember to take only pictures and leave only footprints.

For more information: 205-444-7866 or ci.hoover.al.us GETTING THERE: From I-459 in Birmingham take Exit 10 onto Alabama 150. Turn east toward downtown Hoover. Turn left on Stadium Trace Parkway. Stay straight; this road becomes Sulphur Springs Road. Go about two miles to the intersection with Preserve Parkway.

This road leads to Moss Rock Preserve and to parking for the boulder field.

OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK Alabama’s largest state park offers plenty of trails for hikers who want a peaceful outing apart from the mountain bikers. New park goers might want to try the EagleTrail or Treetop Nature Trail for starters, but those are only two of many. The Peavine Trail, four-anda-half miles round trip, is moderate to difficult, but it’s still a popular hike because of the payoff: It leads to Peavine Falls, which cascade down a rock wall and splash into a pool below.

Three suggested hiking loops begin at the North Trailhead. Maggie’s Loop is an easy twoand-a-half-mile walk. North Loop is three-anda-half miles long; it’s rated easy to moderate because of some ascents. Shackelford Loop is rated moderate to difficult because of its sixand-a-half-mile length.

Maps for these and other Oak Mountain trails are available at the park office.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 205-620-2524 or alapark.com GETTING TO THE FRONT GATE: Take exit 246 off I-65. Turn west onto Alabama 119, left at the first light on State Park Road. Follow one mile to stop sign, and turn left onto John Findley Rd through the front gate into the park.

GETTING TO THE BACK GATE: Take U.S. 280 to Alabama 119. Follow three miles to left turn at Oak Mountain Public Lake sign.

RAILROAD PARK A 21-acre park in downtown Birmingham gives the city a historically rich green space for recreation, concerts and cultural events.

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to highlight Birmingham’s development at the crossing of two railroad lines. The park runs along a railroad corridor at First Avenue South from 14th to 18th Streets and includes a lake, a natural amphitheater and several playgrounds.

Ten acres of open lawn provide a strolling garden landscaped to bloom with various perennials throughout the year. The park is an essential piece of a long-term plan that will give Birmingham the greatest amount of green space per capita of anywhere in the country.

RED MOUNTAIN PARK With 1,200 acres, Red Mountain Park is one of the largest urban parks in America. The park has more than 10 miles of trails and a universalaccess zip line canopy tour. The Hugh Kaul Beanstalk Forest is a treetop challenge course with 20 ropes course obstacles, including bridges, tightropes and zip lines. Remy’s Dog Park is designed with three designated fencedin areas, each with ample running space for large, small and special needs dogs. The Kaul Adventure Tower is an 80-foot-tall climbing tower with eight climbing lanes, two rappelling lanes, a 72-foot climbing wall and a mega zip line 1,300 feet long. The entrance to the park 9 4 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

is just off Lakeshore Parkway at the end of Frankfurt Drive. FOR MORE INFORMATION: redmountainpark.org RUFFNER MOUNTAIN NATURE PRESERVE Eleven miles of nature trails, ranging from easy to arduous, route visitors through this thousand-acre park. Hawk’s View Overlook is a moderate, three-mile, round-trip hike with a challenging incline. Along the way you’ll reach Cambrian Overlook and proceed with a switchback climb to a stunning vista of downtown Birmingham. The new Visitors Center offers lessons in nature and the environment and has exhibits including raptors, turtles and other native Alabama wildlife. The Visitor Center is open Tuesday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm; Sunday, 1pm – 5pm. Hiking trails are open daily, dawn to dusk. Donations welcome.

1214 81st Street South.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 205-833-8264 or ruffnermountain.org.

GETTING THERE: The center is at 1214 81st St. South in Birmingham’s East Lake area.

STEELE’S HORSE PENS 40 Horse Pens 40 is a 120-acre nature park atop

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OFF ROAD: Some writers who ride go so far as to compare Oak Mountain State Park with Whistler and Moab. We admit that may be a stretch, but it has become a riding destination that’s growing in reputation among serious mountain bikers. The park is about 20 miles south of Birmingham and covers more than 10,000 acres. alapark.com/oakmountain/ mountainbiketrails, 205-620-2520 Red Mountain Park recently opened more than 10 miles of trails in what is one of the largest urban parks in America. With seven visitor destinations, this is also one of the most ambitious and historically important new park projects in the country. Take a break from biking and glide through the treetops on the Red Ore Zip Tour Zip Line. redmountainpark.org, 205-202-6043 At Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park, bikers find another historical treasure in their surroundings. The ironworks here gave birth to the iron and steel industry in Birmingham during its early days. Park trails, many of them following the original routes of ore miners and furnace workers, cut through some of the most scenic areas of the Tannehill reserve. tannehill.org, 205-477-5711 PAVED TRAILS: The Shades Creek Greenway Trail runs alongside Shades Creek in the Birmingham suburb of Homewood. The six-mile trail is primarily level and recommended for beginning bikers. Bike

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riders share the trail with pedestrian traffic. homewoodchamber.org/page/81557/ greenway-walking-trail 205-871-5631 Railroad Park is the award-winning, 19-acre downtown green space that invites beginning bikers, walkers, runners, dog owners and skateboarders to share the great outdoors. railroadpark.org, 205-521-9933 Though downtown Birmingham is surrounded by the foothills of the Appalachians, the streets are relatively level for leisurely biking. Bike riding is one of the best ways to learn about the city and to tour the historic neighborhoods. For more challenging biking, take a detour up Red Mountain and ride up to Vulcan Park and Museum, overlooking the city. For more trail and route suggestions, contact the Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers (BUMP) at bump.org, 800-960-9457.

“Some of the three most beautiful words that describe trails are ‘open all season.’ Throughout Alabama, many trails can be ridden as easily in December as July. What many say is the best of all these trails is at Oak Mountain State Park…. Get ready for 17 miles of sweet singletrack, sharp switchbacks and some killer technical sections. But the coolest thing about this trail is its culverts. You can catch some serious air on these concrete and flagstone culverts…. Be sure to find the culvert called ‘Number 3.’ A team of bike friendly engineers must have designed the culvert to perfectly hurl bikes through the Alabama sky.”

—MOUNTAIN BIKE MAGAZINE

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Chandler Mountain, and one of the Southeast’s best boulder fields. There’s a warm-up field with relatively easy routes to the top as well as more challenging climbs. Instructions on the rocks tell climbers how to start their ascents.

A national bouldering competition held each fall draws hundreds of climbers from around the U.S. FOR MORE INFORMATION: 256-570-0076 or hp40.com.

GETTING THERE: From I-59 North, take the Ashville exit. Go north on U.S. 231 for about four miles. Watch for signs. For RVs and campers, the easy way is to take I-59 to exit 174.

Go north on Steele Station Rd. At U.S. 11, take a left. You’ll soon see a sign at St. Clair 42. Take a right and go to the top of Chandler Mountain.

After this road turns left, follow it for three miles to the entrance; look for signs.

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Vulcan Trail is a gem carved from the rough stone of what was once part of the old L&N Birmingham Mineral Railroad.

Located off Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard, at the base of Vulcan Park and Museum, the trail offers a quiet stroll along a shaded path and fantastic views of the city skyline below.

In 2003, a volunteer group of citizens formed “Friends of Vulcan Trail” to work to make the experience of visiting the trail a highlight for all who walk it.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call 205-254-2699 or visit informationbirmingham.com/parksrecreation.aspx

Canoeing and Kayaking CAHABA RIVER Alabama’s longest river is a great place to canoe or kayak. Just remember along the way that you’re sharing space with several rare and protected fish and the imperiled Cahaba Lily

OUTDOORS LOCUST FORK Just a short drive from Birmingham, Locust Fork is on the Black Warrior River. This is an excellent whitewater run with some very difficult rapids known as Double Trouble and House Rock. Beginners will do best to avoid these rapids. Beautiful limestone bluffs accent the rapids. The National Park Service places Locust Fork in the top two percent of rivers in the country for its recreational value, among other assets.

GETTING THERE: Take I-59 North to Tallapoosa Street Exit (Tarrant). Take Alabama Hwy. 79 North through Cleveland (about 40 minutes).

Follow signs to Blountsville and cross the bridge over the Locust Fork River. Just past the bridge on the right is King’s Bend. Turn into King’s Bend and follow the gravel road through the gate.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: flfr.org (Friends of Locust Fork River)

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which once thrived across the southeast.

Floating down the Cahaba’s gentle waters provides a pleasant respite and a close-up look at some of the interesting species. If you’re looking to make a bigger splash, head to the river’s northernmost portions for some Level I-III whitewater rapids.

The Cahaba River Society hosts canoe trips down the river, including day trips, moonlight trips and overnight canoeing. Among the most popular outings are the Lily Trips, which run when the rare and endangered Cahaba Lily is in bloom, from mid-May to mid-June.

All trips are free if you bring your own canoe, and reservations are required.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Cahaba River Society, 205-322-5326 or cahabariversociety.org. For boat rentals: Alabama Small Boats, 205-424-3634.

Zyp BikeShare Zyp BikeShare is a new program in the Birmingham sharing economy. Zyp launched the popular transport program with lime green bikes zipping around town in what is the country’s most modern and efficient electric bike sharing campaign. A hundred of the 400 Zyp bikes have an electric pedal assist feature that provide you a little extra zip when you need it most. Stop by one of 30 easy-to-use kiosks and pedal off. zypbikeshare.com

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A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM GOLF

WHERE TO TEE OFF

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With as much or more green space as any urban area in the country, Birmingham is well known for outdoor recreation. Fishing, birding, camping and golfing are all popular activities in the greater Birmingham area.

And with dozens of handsome parks around the city, communing with the great outdoors is always just moments away.

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Ballantrae Golf Club

1300 Ballantrae Club Dr, Pelham, AL 35124 ballantraegolf.com, 205-620-4653 Because not everybody can travel to Scotland to play golf, now there is Ballantrae.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 7,310 RATING/SLOPE: 74.5/130, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Bent Brook Golf Course

7900 Dickey Springs Rd, Bessemer, AL 35022 bentbrook.com, 205-424-2368 Once a dairy farm, this beautiful course is located approximately 15-20 miles from downtown Birmingham. On-site restaurant. All major credit cards accepted.

NO. OF HOLES: 27, PAR: 36-36-35, YARDAGE: 6,000-7,000, RATING/SLOPE: 69.6/117, 70.2/121, 69.2/116, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Cumberland Lake Golf & Country Club 2150 Cumberland Lake Dr, Pinson, AL 35126 cumberlandlakegolf.com, 205-680-4653 This is a scenic course with lake and mountain views. It receives high marks for course variety.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 6,655/6,422 RATING/SLOPE: 70.7/126, 69.1/123, 70.7/117 PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Don A. Hawkins/Roebuck Municipal Golf Course 8920 Roebuck Blvd, Roebuck, AL 35206 205-836-7318 This city park course, located only 10 miles from downtown Birmingham, is not only a challenging course, but also one of the city’s best bargains. No credit cards accepted.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 71,YARDAGE: 6,509, RATING/SLOPE: 68.5/137, PRACTICE RANGE: no

Eagle Point Golf Club

4500 Eagle Point Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242 205-991-9070, eaglepointgolfclub.com This course, created by architect Earl Stone, is located 15 miles from downtown Birmingham.

Tee times can be made five days in advance.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 71, YARDAGE: 6,493, RATING/SLOPE: 70.1/119, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

FarmLinks Golf Club

2200 FarmLinks Blvd, Sylacauga, AL 35150 205-208-7640, pursellfarms.com FarmLinks is the world’s first research and demonstration course. The Hurdzan-Fry design offers a diverse layout with dramatic elevation changes and striking views of the mountains 8 0 0. 4 5 8 . 8 0 8 5 | I N B I R M I N G H A M . CO M | 99

and lakes. Now you can Stay and Play in the Lodges at FarmLinks. Golfweek named FarmLinks in the top five public-access courses in Alabama. Tee times may be made up to 30 days in advance. American Express, Visa and MasterCard are accepted. Groups and outings welcome. Ask about our new Lodges and Stay and Play rates. Managed by Honours Golf.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 7,444 RATING/SLOPE: 73/134, PRACTICE RANGE: yes OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS: yes

18 enticing holes with uphill approach shots, heavily bunkered greens, lakes and beautiful vistas of the Birmingham skyline. Practice Range on-site. Tee times may be made up to five days in advance. American Express, Visa and MasterCard are accepted. Groups and outings welcome. Managed by Honours Golf.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, Par: 70, YARDAGE: 5,801 RATING/SLOPE: 68.1/128, 66.1/123, 63.8/114 PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Frank House Municipal Golf Course

1745 Highway 78, Dora, AL 35062 horsecreekgolf.com, 205-648-1499 A beautiful, newer course whose diverse landscapes make for quite a challenging day on the links. Located about 23 miles from downtown Birmingham. Tee times can be made three days in advance. American Express, MasterCard and Visa are welcome.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 6,552, RATING/SLOPE: 71.1/124, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

801 Golf Course Rd, Bessemer, AL 35022 205-424-9540 An economical course located 15 miles from downtown Birmingham. All major credit cards are accepted.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 6,346-4,926 RATING/SLOPE: 60/119, PRACTICE RANGE: no

Highland Park Golf Course

3300 Highland Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205 205-322-1902, highlandparkgolf.com Known as the oldest course in Alabama, Highland Park still sparkles from the 1998 restoration by renowned architect, Bob Cupp. It offers 1 0 0 | B I R M I N G H A M T R AV E L G U I D E

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Limestone Springs Golf Course

3000 Colonial Dr, Oneonta, AL 35121 limestonesprings.com, 205-274-4653 Located northeast of Birmingham in Oneonta, this Jerry Pate design stretches almost 7,000 yards throughout the Appalachian Mountains with strategically placed bunkers and numerous lakes. Rated number 64 in “America’s Greatest Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest, it offers some of the most dramatic elevations and picturesque views in Alabama. Tee times may be made up to 7 days in advance. American Express, Visa and MasterCard are accepted. Groups and outings welcome. Golf cottage sleeps 8, and is available for rental. Managed by Honours Golf.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 6,987 RATING/SLOPE: 74/139, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Magnolia Meadows Golf Course

315 Hwy 47 S, Columbiana, AL 35051 205-670-0031, magnoliameadows.com Magnolia Meadows Golf Course is an executive length full-service 18-hole course playing at an inflated par 68 over an executive distance of 3,625 yards. With narrow fairways, exceptional placement of water and sand hazards, you can expect a fun and challenging day of golf for golfers of all ages and skill levels.

Mountain View Golf Course

3200 Mountain View Dr Graysville, AL 35073; 205-674-8362 This course-–and its commanding view–is located only 20 miles from downtown Birmingham. Tee times are required. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted.

NO. OF HOLES: 27, PAR: 71, 72, YARDAGE: 5,946 RATING/SLOPE: 67.5/111, 68.4/114, 69.3/114 PRACTICE RANGE: no

Oak Mountain Golf Course

Oak Mountain State Park Rd Pelham, AL 35137 alapark.com/oakmountain, 205-620-2528 Located 17 miles south of downtown Birmingham in Oak Mountain State Park.

Pre-noon tee times must be made five days in advance. American Express, Visa and MasterCard are welcome.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 6,748-5,615, RATING/SLOPE: 71.5 / 127, 69.8 / 124, 66.7 / 117, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

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Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa

4000 Grand Ave, Birmingham, AL 35226 205-916-7677, rossbridgeresort.com A big, muscle-bound course, its 18 holes sprawling over 330 acres and stretching almost 8,200 yards from the back tees, Ross Bridge is big and brawny, yet inviting to golfers of all skill levels. Perfect for everyone from the casual golfer to the tournament player, it promises to be the premier course on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. The Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, opened in August 2005, is home to an incredible 12,000-square-foot full-service spa and salon.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 8,191 RATING/SLOPE: 78.5/135, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail Oxmoor Valley

100 Sunbelt Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35211 205-942-1177, rtjgolf.com One of nine state-spanning courses designed

by Robert Trent Jones, the Oxmoor Valley course offers three sets of links to challenge the golfer on the go, as well as the putter with time on his hands.

ROBERT TRENT JONES – OXMOOR VALLEY SHORT COURSE NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 54, YARDAGE: 3,360, RATING/SLOPE: n/a, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Tee time policies and green fees vary throughout the year, so be sure to call ahead.

ROBERT TRENT JONES – OXMOOR VALLEY RIDGE COURSE NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 7,055-

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RATING/SLOPE: 72/136, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Tee time policies and green fees vary throughout the year, so be sure to call ahead.

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RATING/SLOPE: 71/129, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Tee time policies and green fees vary throughout the year, so be sure to call ahead.

Timberline Golf Club

300 Timberline Trail, Calera, AL 35040 205-668-7888, timberlinegc.com A beautiful course located 30 miles south of Birmingham. Tee times can be made up to seven days in advance.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 72, YARDAGE: 6,773, RATING/SLOPE: 72.3/126, PRACTICE RANGE: yes

Trussville Country Club

7905 Roper Rd, Trussville, AL 35173 205.655.2095, trussvillecountryclub.com This is a beautiful sculpted and challenging Par 71 course surrounded by the Cahaba River.

NO. OF HOLES: 18, PAR: 71, YARDAGE: 6,024 RATING/SLOPE: 67.9/116, 66.9/113, 70.3/119

Woodward Golf & Country Club

2141 Wheel Dr, Bessemer, AL 35020 (205) 424-5500 The 18-hole “Woodward” course at the Woodward Golf & Country Club facility in Bessemer, Alabama features 6,552 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71 .

NO. OF HOLES: 18 holes, PAR: 71 (Public) YARDAGE: 6,552 yards, RATING/SLOPE: 69.4 / 124

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Check List Birmingham is a city with lots of fun things to do for all ages—and some things you just ought to do.

We’ve put together this list to guide you to places you might otherwise miss. It’s not complete by any means, but it’ll get you started with must-know-about things to see and do…in Birmingham.

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 Go bouldering at Moss Rock Preserve.  Look for the ghost at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark.  Climb the largest iron statue in the world at Vulcan Park and Museum.  Have an Orange Thing at Bottega Café.  Ride the carousel at the Birmingham Zoo.  Explore history in the Birmingham Civil Rights District.  Take the free audio tour at Kelly Ingram Park.  Play one of the world’s longest golf courses at Ross Bridge.  Find a bargain at the Shops at Grand River.

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 See the Bierstadt at the Birmingham Museum of Art.  Walk through the color tunnel on 18th Street.  See the Alabama Symphony in Railroad Park.  Hike at Ruffner Mountain.  Fish at Oak Mountain State Park.  See a film at the historic Alabama Theatre.  Go tubing down the Cahaba River.  Visit Niki’s West for a “meat and three.”  Zipline at Red Mountain Park.  Eat a buttermilk popsicle at Steel City Pops.  Find the oldest motorcycle at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum.

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 See Delta’s first airplane at the Southern Museum of Flight.  Find an out-of-print book at Reed Books.  See the world’s most beautiful hydrangeas at Aldridge Gardens.  Eat some Alabama-style ‘cue at Saw’s BBQ.  Ride a Zyp Bike to McWane Science Center.  Have a latte at Red Cat Coffee.  Eat fried green tomatoes at the Original Whistle Stop Café.  Buy autographed books at The Alabama Booksmith.  Take the pedal tour around local breweries.

 Polish your credit card for shopping at The Summit.  Visit Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant’s grave at Elmwood Cemetery.  Order Ethiopian at Pizitz Food Hall.  Spend an evening watching baseball with the Birmingham Barons.  Dance at Gip's Place, one of America's last real juke joints.  Order the hamburger at Chez Fonfon.

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A GUIDE TO BIRMINGHAM EVENTS

WHERE TO CELEBRATE

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Music, Movies, Motorsports and More!

The variety of annual events nourishes the Birmingham vibe. Here are some of the festivals and events on the schedule for 2017.

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ALL YEAR Southern Thunder: The Legacy of Alabama Auto Racing

JUNE 01, 2017 TO DECEMBER 31, 2018 @ VULCAN PARK & MUSEUM

Inspired by The Alabama Gang’s influence on auto racing, The Legacy of Alabama Auto Racing tells hair-raising stories and brings to life the impact that auto racing in Alabama had on the region and national scenes. Join us as we relive this thrilling piece of Alabama history with “driving by the seat of your pants wasn’t a figure of speech” and learn why this legacy is the foundation for auto racing in Alabama today. visitvulcan.com

OCTOBER Bluff Park Art Show

OCTOBER 7, 2017 @ BLUFF PARK COMMUNITY CENTER.

at this annual event in the Bluff Park neighborhood of Birmingham. bluffparkartassociation.org/bluff-park-art-show Fiesta

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Alabama’s largest celebration of Hispanic culture is a colorful event in downtown Linn Park. Learn about the many Hispanic countries and their cultures through art, music food and dance. fiestabirmingham.com Barber Vintage Motorcycle Festival

OCTOBER 6-8, 2017 @ BARBER MOTORSPORTS PARK

This beautiful race track is the setting for one of the most anticipated motorcycle events in the world. Adjacent is the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum with the world’s largest collection of motorcycles. barbermuseum.org/events/barber-vintage-festival

Some of the finest artists in the country show

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Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

Birmingham Bowl

In the Mexican tradition, the festival commemorates the deaths of loved ones through music and dance. barehandsinc.org

Birmingham has the oldest and one of the largest Veterans Day celebrations in the country. nationalveteransday.org

This is your family’s chance to be a part of all the events and local flavor leading up to the Birmingham Bowl and to experience serious football done Southern style. Come celebrate and meet fans from all over the country. Enjoy all the pageantry and southern fanfare of great college football in Birmingham—a place we rightly call the Magic City. birminghambowl.com

Moss Rock Festival

Christmas at Arlington

This art festival is set in the beautiful surroundings of The Preserve in the Birmingham suburb of Hoover. Artists display and sell jewelry, pottery, paintings, glassware and folk art. Food and drink vendors are on site. mossrockfestival.com

Celebrate with Arlington’s staff as they commemorate the mansion’s 58th anniversary as Birmingham’s historic house museum. See local floral designers transform the interior into

NOVEMBER 2, 2017 BIRMINGHAM @ PEPPER PLACE

National Veterans Day Parade

NOVEMBER 11, 2017 @ DOWNTOWN BIRMINGHAM

NOVEMBER 4-5 2017 @ MOSS ROCK PRESERVE.

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DECEMBER 23, 2017 @ LEGION FIELD

DECEMBER 01, 2017 TO DECEMBER 03, 2017 @ ARLINGTON ANTEBELLUM HOME AND GARDENS

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replications of Christmas past. Fri. 6 p.m.-until, Sat., 10 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Sun., 1-4 p.m. birminghamal.gov/about/city-directory/arlingtonhouse/

JANUARY Birmingham Restaurant Week TO BE DETERMINED

A wide variety of participating restaurants offers fixed prices on meals throughout the week, giving foodies a chance to try out all sorts of new offerings. birminghamrestaurantweek.com

FEBRUARY Southern Voices Festival HOOVER LIBRARY

The celebration of writing, music and art attracts a full house each year to see and hear the works of noted Southern writers and artists. hooverlibrary.org/sv

APRIL St. Elias Lebanese Food and Cultural Festival APRIL 13-14, 2018 @ ST. ELIAS MARONITE CHURCH

Now in its 18th year, the festival serves up the very best Lebanese dishes from baked kibbe to baklava. stelias.org/festival Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama

APRIL 20-22, 2018 @ BARBER MOTORSPORTS PARK

The only Indy Series event in the Deep South, this motorsports event draws tens of thousands of race fans every year. barbermotorsports.com/indy-indycar-series Gumbo Gala

APRIL 21, 2018 @ SLOSS FURNACES NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK

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Magic City Art Connection APRIL 27-29, 2018 @ LINN PARK

The 33rd annual arts show blankets the grounds of downtown Linn Park and features top-notch artists and craftsmen from around the country. magiccityart.com

MAY Do Dah Day

MAY 19,2018 @ RHODES AND CALDWELL PARKS IN BIRMINGHAM’S SOUTHSIDE

Held annually, homemade floats and animals dressed in costume parade the streets of Highland Avenue, winding their way to live music in the parks. dodahday.org Barber Historics

MAY 19-21, 2018 @ BARBER MOTORSPORTS PARK

Historic Motorsports Association brings some of the world’s finest automobiles, ranging from the early days of racing through the 1980s, to

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compete on the 2.38-mile course. barbermotorsports.com/barber-historics-home Bob Sykes BBQ and Blues Festival

APRIL 28, 2018 @ DEBARDELEBEN PARK – BESSEMER

Now in its ninth year, the barbecue and blues festival takes place in the heart of downtown Bessemer, just west of Birmingham. bobsykesblues.com Regions Tradition

MAY 14-20, 2018 GREYSTONE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

The tournament’s final charitable impact for 2017 is still being calculated, but the 2016 tournament generated $1.1 million for over 80 local charities, including Children’s of Alabama, which serves as the primary beneficiary of the Regions Tradition. The tournament has raised more than $16 million for local charities since its inception in 1992. regionstradition.com

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JULY

Steel City Jazz Festival

Sloss Music & Arts Festival

LINN PARK

Smooth and rockin’ are the operative words for this cool festival in downtown Birmingham. steelcityjazzfest.org Juneteenth

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JULY 14-15, 2018 @ SLOSS FURNACES NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK

In its inaugural year, Sloss Fest attracted more than 25,000 music fans to rock to nationallyknown and regional alternative bands on three stages. slossfest.com

The annual Juneteenth celebration, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, is presented by the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. bcri.org/events_activities/childrens_activities/ Juneteenth

Sloss Tech

Magic City Brewfest

For full itineraries of things to see and do during your Birmingham visit, go to inbirmingham.com.

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The theme of this event is pretty much selfexplanatory, but you should also know this is the premiere festival for Alabama’s craft beer. magiccitybrewfest.com

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Held in conjunction with Sloss Music and Arts Festival, this is the Southeast’s preeminent technology festival. sloss.tech.com

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S LY DA 3R

S LY HA 4T

S VE DA 3R

TS HC 4T

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YS AL

D 2N

S VE HA 4T

S ST TH 16

70 80

S VE TA 1S

33 ES AV

116

S VE DA 2N

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31 ď &#x; ď

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N ST RD 33

32

N VE TA 1S

RD HA RIC

N ST TH 16

46

89

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2nd AVE. N. PIONEERS

S ST TH 24

5 27

N ST ND 22

N ST TH 20

N ST TH 18

1 N ST TH 17

N ST TH 13

N ST TH 12

5 I6

N VE HA 5T N VE A H 4T N VE DA 3R N VE DA 2N

N ST TH 19

N ST TH 14

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36

N ST TH 29

120

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N ST RD 23

N PL TH 13

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UPTOWN ENTERTAINMENT 4 DISTRICT

TOURIST INFORMATION

PUBLIC PARKING

The information in this guide has been published in good faith on the basis of information supplied to the Bureau and its agents.

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all information contained in this guide at the time of publishing, the Bureau and its agents cannot guarantee its accuracy and accepts no responsibility for any error, omission or misrepresentation.

MI L MI NER LN ER ST S CR ES CR ON T NG I L AR

S RD ST RD DEE CRE TAABER T IE NR E H

Welcome to the new BHM.

At the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, we offer more than 100 daily flights to your favorite destinations—but we believe our job is much more than just the facilitation of travel. It’s about creating an inviting experience along the way. In addition to the modern architecture, you’ll find a host of amenities, from free wi-fi and new charging stations to brand new food and drink options. So no matter where you’re going from here, we hope you enjoy every moment you’re with us.

BIRMINGHAM-SHUTTLESWORTH I N T E R N AT I O N A L A I R P O R T

AREA MAP

GARDENDA

65   

Hotel and Attraction Locations

31  

13

93 91 60

52 10 25

78  

FORESTDALE

8

125 17

3

34

ENSLEY

115 118

16 34

12

65   

FAIRFIELD

101 41 24 2

4

   20

26

1 39

4

126

1 81 86 HOMEWOOD 96 51 124 123 119 110 61 67 88 73 90 12 86 44 19 28

11  

MIDFIELD

18

3

105 43

BESSEMER

108

3 71 53 128 26 23 11 75

45 58

150  

99

38

HOOVER

95

84 85 94 111 10 37 48 32 57 79

1  

459   

114

28

   20

PELHAM

3

ALE

21 103 59   

FULTONDALE

38 0 100

ROEBUCK

74

42

75   87

64

7

11  

33 78 68 TRUSSVILLE

20

37

  79

104 3 72 97

32

9

411  

20    78  

IRONDALE

112 6 107 77 113 106 22 127

55

14 102

22

62 13

5 119  

LEEDS

BIRMINGHAM

17

21

47

14

63

1

459   

MOUNTAIN BROOK

54

6

69

31 280  

D

31  

VESTAVIA HILLS

36

5

27 15 40 92 49 59 98 35 22 30 50 66 76 24 117

0

119  

30

280  

9

65   

7

8 11 23

MAP NOT TO SCALE LOCATIONS ARE APPROXIMATED

RESTROOMS SPORTS PERFORMANCE

STAIRS

STORAGE STORAGE

MECHANICAL

ELECTRICAL FIRST AID AUDIO VISUAL

CLIP N CLIMB

FREEZER / STORAGE

KITCHEN LOBBY FOOD COURT FLEX ROOMS

STAIRS

OFFICES

RESTROOMS

ELEV.

CONVENIENCE STORE

STAIRS

CONCOURSE

RESTROOMS SPORTS PERFORMANCE

STAIRS

STORAGE STORAGE

MECHANICAL

ELECTRICAL FIRST AID AUDIO VISUAL

CLIP N CLIMB

FREEZER / STORAGE

KITCHEN LOBBY FOOD COURT FLEX ROOMS

STAIRS

OFFICES

CONVENIENCE STORE

RESTROOMS

ELEV.

STAIRS

Bring your event to the Hoover Metropolitan Complex CONCOURSE

Metropolitan Stadium Capacity 10,500 • Finley Center 155,000 sqft 170 Space RV Park with Hook Ups and Wifi • 16 Tennis Courts 5 Regulation Baseball/Softball Fields • 5 Soccer/Lacrosse Fields 5,000 Parking Spaces • Splash Pad & Playground

www.HooverMetComplex.com Info@HooverMetComplex.com 100 Ben Chapman Drive, Hoover, AL 35244