Visit University Area
Popular places to visit
University of Alabama
Explore the campus of University of Alabama, a top university in Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Bryant-Denny Stadium
Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Tuscaloosa River Walk
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tuscaloosa River Walk during your travels in Tuscaloosa. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
You can enjoy a show at Tuscaloosa Amphitheater during your stay in Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Veterans Memorial Park
After visiting Veterans Memorial Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion
Find out about the history of Tuscaloosa when you take a trip to Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion. You can attend a football match while in the area.
Top hotels in University Area
Hotel Capstone
Great place
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Less Than 1 mile to Bryant Denny, Coleman Coliseum, & Sewell-Thomas
I cannot rate this property high enough! The location was fabulous, very easy walking to the game. Communication with the owner was beyond impressive! Had a little hiccup checking in and the house manager was so attentive and helpful! Would absolutely rent the place again!
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Sleeps 6 - RTR and Welcome to The Red Elephant
We can’t give enough stars for this property and owner!! It was perfect. Thank you so much
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Houndstooth Hideaway-Book for football! Pool & workout facilities
The condo was perfect and so well maintained! The customer service was excellent
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024
Highend Stadium View Home, Pool & Game Room Garage
As advertised! Perfect for away team fans
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
The only thing I didn’t like is the fragrance sprayed in the hall ways, as an elderly person with allergies to fragrances this is hard on me. It’s difficult to hold my breath from the fourth floor to the loby
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Area
The Strip
When in The Strip, you can plan a visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium and Gorgas House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Druid City
Though Druid City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion and Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Pinehurst
Pinehurst might not have many top sights, but Gorgas House and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Forest Lake
When in Forest Lake, you can plan a visit to Coleman Coliseum and Paul W. Bryant Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Murphy African American Museum and Jemison Van de Graaff Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
South East Tuscaloosa
South East Tuscaloosa might not have many top sights, but Coleman Coliseum and Bryant-Denny Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
