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Top 10 Best Things to See in Birmingham, Alabama

Discover Birmingham's top attractions, from museums and parks to history, art, and thrilling adventures!

A dream destination showcasing 1,000 motorcycles and Lotus racecars in a world-class vintage and modern collection.

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

A conservation center with lions, elephants, giraffes, and endangered species from six continents inspiring wildlife love.

Birmingham Zoo

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A National Historic Landmark, this 1882 pig iron furnace is now a celebrated industrial heritage site.

Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark

A three-story museum with Asian, Native American, African art, impressionism, and Wedgewood pottery exhibits.

Birmingham Museum of Art

A 19-acre downtown greenspace celebrating Birmingham’s heritage with areas for exercise, picnics, and community events.

Birmingham Railroad Park

Spanning 1,500 acres, this urban park near Birmingham offers trails, ziplining, and historical explorations.

Red Mountain Park

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An upscale lifestyle center with shopping, dining, and entertainment, at Highway 280 and Interstate 459.

The Summit

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A 1,038-acre preserve with 14 miles of trails, nature education, and habitats for native Alabama flora and fauna.

Ruffner Mountain

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An entertainment hub in Birmingham’s Uptown District hosting events, conventions, concerts, and sports.

Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex

A thrilling go-kart facility with high-speed European-style racing and axe throwing for an adrenaline rush.

Autobahn Indoor Speedway & Events