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Tuscaloosa County abounds in unexpected treats, from cultural
activities to outdoor fun. Whatever whets your appetite for entertainment,
exercises your creativity, inspires, excites or just relaxes you can be
found in Tuscaloosa County year round.
Theatre, dance, opera, visual arts, music, crafts, festivals,
film and educational programs all provide the Tuscaloosa County area with exceptional
cultural opportunities. Many sources are unique and world renown.
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variety of spectator sports are also available in the area. Tuscaloosa County
is the home of The University of Alabama, Stillman College, & Shelton State
Community College, which offer various sporting events throughout the year.
Recreational and sports activities are challenging, diverse and fun.
Tuscaloosa County is a Mecca for water sports. The most popular lakes
for recreation are Lake Tuscaloosa, Holt Lake, Lake Lurleen, Lake Nichol
and Oliver Lake. The Black Warrior River also provides additional recreational
opportunities. There are three state parks in the Tuscaloosa area: Lake
Lurleen State Park, Moundville Archeological Park, and Tannehill State
Park.
The Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority (PARA) operates over thirty-six
public parks totaling almost 2,000 acres of public land. In addition PARA provides
citizens with a full range of playgrounds, 20 softball field, 8 baseball fields,
45 tennis courts and 17 picnic areas. Golf courses in the area include: Five
public courses, four private courses, and two practice ranges.
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HOTELS
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Americas Best Value
Inn
3501 McFarland Blvd., East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 556-7950, (205) 556-5119
1-800-315-BEST(2378)
http://www.americasbestvalueinns.com
Rooms:113
Rates: $69-$99
Additional amenities: Hotel features a meeting room,
complementary USA Today newspaper, complimentary breakfast, outdoor
pool, and free local calls. Guest rooms are available smoking or non-smoking.
Children under 18 stay free in parent’s room. Pets rooms are available.
Other feat-ures include: Internet hook-ups available and fax service.
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Baymont Inn & Suites
11170 Will Walker Road
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 556-3606, (205) 556-3607
http://www.baymontinns.com
Rooms: 65
Suites Rates: $79-$109
Additional amenities: Hotel features a meeting space
that accommodates up to 75 people, complimentary newspaper, free local
calls, a guest laundry service and a convenience store. All guest rooms
offer spacious living/ work-in areas. One bedroom and studio suites
are available. Pets are welcome. All guest rooms offer in-room microwave,
coffee maker, and cable TV. Free wireless internet is available throughout
facility. Expanded kitchens are available in some suites.
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Best Western Park Plaza Motor
Inn
3801 McFarland Blvd.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 556-9690, (205) 556-9690
http://www.bestwestern.com/
Rooms: 120
Rates: $59-$78
Additional amenities: Hotel features a meeting room
that accommodates up to 30 people, a guest computer with internet service
in the lobby area, outdoor pool, spa, fitness center, free local calls,
complimentary breakfast and a newly renovated lower level. Guest rooms
offer in-room refrigerator, microwave, iron and ironing board, coffee
pot and cable TV. Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available. Wireless
internet is also available. A restaurant is adjacent to hotel.
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Comfort Inn
4700 Doris Pate Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 556-3232, (800) 311-3811, (205) 556-7797
www.choicehotels.com/hotel/al202
Rooms: 59
Rates: $74.-$90
Additional amenities: Hotel features an outdoor pool,
complementary breakfast, USA today paper, free local calls and wireless
internet service. Popcorn, lemonade and cookies are served at 7pm daily.
Smoking and non-smoking guest rooms are available. Guest rooms offer
hair dryers, iron/ironing board, coffee pots and cable TV. Suites also
feature microwaves and refrigerators.
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Country Inn & Suites
4801 McFarland Blvd.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 345-9999, (800) 456-4000, (205) 345-9940
http://www.countryinns.com/
Rooms: 50
Rates: $74-$129
Additional amenities: Hotel features a meeting room
that accommodates up to 15 people, a business center that includes a
fax machine and printer, outdoor pool, guest laundry services, complimentary
breakfast, USA Today newspaper, a fitness center, free local calls,
library, and free wire-less internet service. Guest rooms offer a refrigerator,
microwave, coffee maker, iron/ironing board and cable TV. Suites, smoking
and non-smoking rooms are available.
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Courtyard by Marriott
4115 Courtney Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 750-8384, , (205) 750-8389
http://www.courtyard.com/TCLCY
Rooms: 78
Rates: $96-$149
Additional amenities: Hotel features a meeting room
that accommodates up to 45 people, an indoor pool and whirlpool, guest
laundry service, fitness center and free wireless internet service.
At an additional charge the hotel offers a buffet breakfast in the morning
and beer & wine from 5-10 pm. Guest rooms offer in-room coffee makers,
hairdryers and cable TV. Suite rooms also offer a refrigerator and microwave.
Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available, as are Jacuzzi rooms.
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Econolodge & Suites
1930 McFarland Blvd
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 330-0345
http://www.choicehotels.com/ires/html/EconoHome
Rooms: 55
Rates: $49-$67
Additional amenities: Hotel features outdoor pool,
complimentary breakfast and wireless internet access. Guest rooms offer
in-room coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave and cable TV. Smoking
and non-smoking rooms and suites are available. Iron/ironing board is
available upon request.
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott
4101 Courtney Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 366-0900, (800) 228-2800, (205) 366-0967
http://www.fairfieldinn.com/tclf1
Rooms: 78
Rates: $76-$124
Additional amenities: Hotel features a heated indoor
pool, complimentary USA today news-paper, fitness room, complimentary
breakfast, laundry services, wireless internet service, 24-hour fax
service, and free local calls. Guest rooms offer in-room coffee maker,
iron/ironing board, and cable TV with HBO, ESPN, & CNN. Smoking
and non-smoking rooms are available. Suite rooms offer refrigerator
and microwave.
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Hotel Capstone
320 Paul Bryant Dr.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 752-3200, (888) 738-2444, (205) 759-9314
http://www.hotelcapstone.com/
Rooms: 150
Rates: $120-$200
Additional amenities: Hotel features meeting and conference
facilities, business center, Legends Bistro, laundry service, outdoor
pool, fitness center, cable TV and free wireless internet service. All
rooms are non--smoking rooms and suites are available. Refrigerator/microwave
rooms are available at an additional charge. Conveniently located on
the campus of The University of Alabama campus. Courtesy shuttle service
to local destinations. Spa services also available through Nancy Taylor
Day Spa.
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Hampton Inn - University
600 Harper Lee Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-9800, (205) 553-0082
http://www.hampton-inn.com/hi/tuscaloosa-univ
Rooms: 102
Rates: $84-$139
Additional amenities: Hotel features a laundry service,
gym passes, inside corridors, outdoor pool, complimentary breakfast,
24-hour business center with printer and fax machine, free local calls
and free wireless internet service. The hotel offers a cookie social
from 7-10 pm daily. Guests have in-room coffee makers, iron/ ironing
board, and upgraded cable TV. A micro fridge is available. Smoking and
non-smoking rooms are available and children under 18 stay free.
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Hampton Inn East Tuscaloosa /
I-59-20
6400 Interstate Drive
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 562-9000, (205) 562-9859
http://www.hampton-inn.com/tuscaloosa-i59
Rooms: 80
Rates: $88-$160
Additional amenities: Hotel features a meeting room
that seats up to 36 people, a board room that accommodates up to 10
people, laundry service, gym passes, inside corridors, outdoor pool,
complimentary hot breakfast to-go bag breakfast is available, 24-hour
business center with printer and fax machine, free local calls and free
wireless internet service. The hotel offers a cookie social from 7-10
pm daily. Guests have in-room coffee makers, iron/ ironing board, laptop
desk and upgraded cable TV. A micro fridge is available in king rooms.
New cloud bedding is in all guest rooms. Smoking and non-smoking rooms
are available and children under 18 stay free.
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Hilton Garden Inn
Tuscaloosa
800 Hollywood Drive
(205) 722-0360
www.hilton.com
Rooms: 122
Rates: $109-$259
Additional amenities: Located conveniently
off of interstates 20/59 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Opening in May 2007,
the Garden Inn promises to be the premier full-service hotel in the
area. The area offers a wide variety of attractions that will suit your
every desire. From sports recreations to exquisite restaurants, lively
nightlife, and the scenic parks, Tuscaloosa continues to bring visitors
back time and time again. Our southern hospitality rings through with
every business meeting, social affair, and event that we handle. Come
experience Tuscaloosa as you never have before at the Hilton Garden
Inn. Our 122 room hotel is only minutes away from everything you could
possibly need. We specialize in all types of social and business events
as well as corporate and leisure travel and offer discounted rates for
groups and corporate accounts. Contact us for more information.
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Holiday Inn Express - University
1120 Veteran's Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 464-4000, (205) 344-6654
http://www.holidayinnexpress.com
Rooms: 109
Rates: $99-$159
Additional amenities: Hotel features a heated indoor
pool, complimentary USA today newspaper, fitness room, complimentary
breakfast, laundry services, wireless internet service, 24-hour fax
service, and free local calls. Guest rooms offer in-room coffee maker,
iron/ironing board, and cable TV with HBO, ESPN, & CNN. Smoking
and non-smoking rooms are available. Suite rooms offer refrigerator
and microwave.
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Home Towne Suites
1650 15th St. East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-3828, (205) 553-3641
http://www.htshotel.com/
Rooms: 69
Rates: $69 - $99
Additional amenities: Hotel features a convenient on-site
guest laundry, free local calls, high-speed internet service, a bi-weekly
guest social and extended stay rates. Guest rooms feature fully equipped
kitchens with all kitchen ware, recliners, cable TV with HBO and Showtime,
iron/ ironing board, data ports and voice mail, and a 2-line speaker
phone with caller ID. Smoking and non-smoking suites are available.
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Jameson Inn
5021 Oscar Baxter Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35403
(205) 345-5018, (205) 345-5828
http://www.jamesoninns.com
Rooms: 62
Rates: $70-$85
Additional amenities: Hotel features outside pool,
whirlpool, deluxe continental breakfast, fitness facility, free local
calls, cable TV, and wireless internet service. Smoking and nonsmoking
rooms are available. Other amenities offered are micro fridge, iron/
ironing boards and in-room coffee makers. Pet rooms and suites are also
available.
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La Quinta Inn
4122 McFarland Blvd., East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 349-3270, (205) 758-0440
http://www.laquinta.com
Rooms: 122
Rates: $54-$75
Additional amenities: Hotel features outdoor pool,
complimentary breakfast, gym passes, free local calls, fax access, wireless
internet service. Guest rooms offer iron/ironing board and coffee makers.
Refrigerator and micro-wave are available. Smoking and non-smoking rooms
are available. Suites and pet rooms are also available.
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Microtel Inn
& Suites Tuscaloosa- University
1417 Veterans Memorial Pkwy
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
205-553-4095
www.tuscaloosamicrotel.com
Rooms: 59
Rates: $79-$140
Additional amenities: Building on its past success,
Microtel has now added even greater value and convenience. We're pleased
to be the first economy hotel brand to offer guests free local and
long distance calls within the continental United States, and free
high-speed wireless (wifi) Internet access in all of our hotel rooms.
The availability of advance online check-in and check-out with unlimited
access to online folio information is also a Microtel first. These
new amenities compliment our other standard amenities including HD
Flat Panel TVs and complimentary continental breakfast. All this,
plus our new upgraded Dream Well bedding! Dream Well bedding features
cozy down-like comforters wrapped between two crisp white sheets,
upgraded thread-count linens and extra pillows. With all of these
incredible amenities, at a reasonable rate, Microtel Inn & Suites
in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is clearly the best choice for your next hotel
stay.
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Microtel Inn
6331 Interstate Drive
Cottondale, AL 35453
Phone: (205) 556-1555, Fax (205) 556-9722 , Toll 800-303-1555
http://www.microtelinn.com/
Rooms: 61
Rates: $49 - $60
Additional amenities: Hotel features complimentary
breakfast, free local calls, and wireless internet service. Guest rooms
offer in-room coffee makers and cable TV. Coffee, juice and microwave
available in lobby 24/7. Rooms are available with one queen sized bed
or double rooms with two queen sized beds. Special rooms for the physically
challenged travelers, smoking and non-smoking rooms are available. Refrigerators
are available upon request. Iron/ironing board and hairdryers are available
at the front desk.
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Motel 6
4700 McFarland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 759-4942, (205) 759-1093
http://www.motel6.com/
Rooms: 124
Rates: $39-$43
Additional amenities: Hotel features complimentary
coffee, outdoor pool and free local calls. Guest rooms offer data ports
in each room and cable TV. Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available.
Pets are allowed and children 17 and under stay free.
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Quality Inn
4541 Jug Factory Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 759-9878
http://www.qualityinn.com
/hotel/al011
Rooms: 64
Rates: $65-$99
Additional amenities: Hotel features an outdoor pool,
complimentary breakfast, free local calls, wireless internet service,
and business center services available upon request. Guest rooms offer
iron/ironing board, in-room coffee maker, hair dryer and cable TV. Most
rooms have a micro fridge. Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available.
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Ramada Inn
631 Skyland Blvd., East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 758-6955
http://www.ramada.com
Rooms: 103
Rates: $59-$95
Additional amenities: Hotel features a conference room
that can accommodate 75 people, outdoor pool, 24-hour business center
including a computer with internet access, free deluxe continental breakfast,
fitness center, free local calls and wireless internet service. A washer
and dryer is available to use. Guest rooms offer a refrigerator, micro-wave,
iron/ironing board, hairdryer and cable TV. Smoking and non-smoking
rooms are available. Pets are allowed at an additional charge.
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Sleep-Inn
4300 Skyland Blvd., East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 556-5696, (205) 556-5696
http://www.sleepinn.com/
Rooms: 73
Rates: $50—$80
Additional amenities: Hotel features a meeting room
that will accommodate up to 35 people, indoor corridors, outside pool,
fitness center, complimentary breakfast, free local calls and wireless
internet service. Guest rooms offer a refrigerator, coffee-maker, hairdryer
and cable TV. A microwave is available in the lobby for guest use. Suites
and smoking and non-smoking rooms are available.
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Super 8 Motel
4125 McFarland Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 758-8878, (205) 752-8331
http://www.super8.com/
Rooms: 58
Rates: $39-$130
Additional amenities: Hotel features complimentary
breakfast, free local calls, fax service and wireless internet service
in the lobby area. Guest rooms offer cable TV. Microwaves, refrigerators,
iron/ironing boards and recliners available upon request. Smoking and
non-smoking rooms, rooms for the physically challenged, cribs and rollaway
beds are available.
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RESTAURANTS
Tuscaloosa County enjoys an abundance of fresh items from our gardens, catfish
ponds, neighboring chicken farms and Gulf Coast waters, less than a day’s
drive away. Our local farmers markets boom during the growing seasons.
Our restaurant scene is varied--One can find a quick burger, dine fancifully
along the Black Warrior River or in the downtown areas, with lots of character
and flavor. Residents and visitors will tell you that some of the best barbeque
they’ve ever eaten was served to them here. From formal dining rooms to
sports pubs to down-home cooking, dining in Tuscaloosa County is a great experience.
Arby’s
5032 Oscar Baxter Blvd.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
www.arbys.com
(205) 759-2117
B.G.'s Restaurant
900 Skyland Blvd East #40
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 759-2238
Bama Dining Service/Aramark Corp.
P.O. Box 870389
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
www.bamadining.com
(205) 348-6816
Barnhills Buffet
220 15th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.barnhills.com
(205) 759-5947
Catering By Cochrane
9 Audubon Place
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 349-2975
Catfish One
31501 Hargrove Rd. East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 792-5078
Checkers
309 Hargrove Rd. East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.checkers.com
(205) 345-4608
Chick-Fil-A
1701 Mc Farland Blvd. E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
www.chick-fil-a.com
(205) 553-9195
Chuck's Fish
508 Greensboro Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 349-2975
Cold Stone Creamery
1130 University Blvd. Suite A-1
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.coldstonecreamery.com
(205) 343-1670
Cuppy's Coffee, Smoothies and More (Downtown Tuscaloosa)
815 Lurleen B Wallace Blvd South
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.cuppys.com
(205) 366-9266
Cuppy's Coffee and More of Northriver
1825 New Watermelon Rd.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
www.cuppys.com
(205) 345-6510
Cypress Inn
501 Rice Mine Road N.
Tuscaloosa, AL 354046
www.cypressinnrestaurant.com
(205) 345-6963
Depalma’s Italian Café
2300 University Blvd.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.depalmasitaliancafe.com
(205) 759-1879
Domino’s Pizza
417 15th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.dominos.com
(205) 366-0663
Dreamland
5535 15th Ave. E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 www.dreamlandbbq.com
(205) 758-8135
Epiphany Cafe
519 Greensboro Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 344-5583
Evangeline’s, Inc.
1653 N McFarland Blvd Suite G4-A
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
www.evangelinesdining.com
(205) 752-0830
Fig
1351 McFarland Blvd N.E. Ste 112
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 345-8888
Full Moon BBQ
1383 McFarland Blvd East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
www.fullmoonbbq.com
(205) 366-3555
Gayle's Gourmet
800 21st Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-6292
Heavenly Ham
1828 Mc Farland Blvd.
Northport, AL 35476
www.heavenlyham.com
(205) 339-8800
Heritage House Coffee & Tea
18 McFarland Blvd.
Northport, AL 35476
(205) 758-0042
Jason’s Deli
2300 McFarland Blvd. Ste10
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
www.jasonsdeli.com
(205) 752-6192
Ken’s Downtown Pizza & Grill
2312 4th St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.kenspizzagrill.com
(205) 366-0999
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Kentucky Fried Chicken
807 25th Avenue E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404-0250
www.kfc.com
(205) 553-8621
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
1400 McFarland Blvd East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.krispykreme.com
(205) 758-6913
Lenny’s Sub Shop
220 15th Street E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.lennyssubshop.com
(205) 752-7481
Little Caesars
1414 10th Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.littlecaesars.com
(205) 366-2220
McAlister’s Deli
101 15th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.mcalistersdeli.com
(205) 758-0039
McAlister’s Deli, Northport
3021 Tyler Road
Northport, AL 35476
www.mcalistersdeli.com
(205) 330-7940
Mike & Ed’s BBQ of Tuscaloosa
101 15th St. E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 345-6400
Milagros
4851 Rice Mine Road NE Ste. 460
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.milagrosgrill.com
(205) 248-8776
Mugshots Grill and Bar
511 Greensboro Ave.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.mugshotsgrillandbar.com
(205) 391-0572
Newk's Express Cafe
205 University Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.newkscafe.com
(205) 758-2455
Olive Garden
2100 McFarland Blvd East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
www.olivegarden.com
(205) 750-0321
Pizza Hut
1817 University Blvd.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.npcinternational.com
(205) 752-0620
The Pottery Grill
13751 Hwy. 11 North
Coaling, AL 35449
(205) 554-1815
Quiznos Sub
4851 Rice Mine Rd NE Ste 500
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
www.quiznos.com
(205) 657-4454
Rama Jama’s
1000 Paul Bryant Dr.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 750-0676
Red Lobster Restaurant
2620 McFarland Blvd., East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
www.redlobster.com
( 205) 553-8810
Ryan’s
4373 Courtney Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
www.ryansinc.com
(205) 366-1114
Smoothie King
415 15th Street East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
www.smoothieking.com
(205) 349-1721
Steak Out
1301-A McFarland Blvd East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
www.steakout.com
(205) 750-0005
Taco Casa
1060 Fairfax Park Suite A
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
www.tacocasa.net
(205) 752-1000
TCBY Treats
2304 McFarland Blvd. E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
www.tcby.com
(205) 752-3013
Walnut Hill Designs
584 Rumba Road
Gordo, AL 35466
(205) 364-1200
Wilhagan’s Sports Grille
2209 4th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 366-0913
Willy T’s Chicken Fingers
915 Patriot Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 752-1693
Wings Sports Grille
500 Harper Lee Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
www.baumhowers.com
(205) 556-5658
Zaxby’s
4383 Courtney Dr.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
www.zaxbys.com
( 205) 391-2121
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THINGS TO DO
For a listing of upcoming events in the West Alabama Area see
The Chamber of Commerce Calendar
of Events (click here).
| Alabama Museum of Natural History: Located in Smith
Hall (6th Avenue) on the University of Alabama campus, this museum displays
fossils, rocks and minerals from the Age of Dinosaurs, Ice and Coal Ages.
For more information call (205) 348-7550. View
Website
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Bama Theater: The oldest operating theater in Tuscaloosa,
located at 600 Greensboro Avenue. For more information call (205) 758-5195.
View Website
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Battle-Friedman House: Greek Revival Mansion houses
city cultural center and museum. Located at 1010 Greensboro Avenue. For
more information call (205) 758-6138. View Website
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Bryant-Denny Stadium: Home of the twelve-time National Champion Alabama
Crimson Tide. Under recent expansion, the stadium increased by 13,000
seats to a capacity of 83,000. For more information call (205) 348-6010.
View Website
Capital Park: Reconstructed architectural features of the capitol
building when Tuscaloosa was the state's capital from 1826-1846. The park
is located in downtown Tuscaloosa at the intersection of University Boulevard
and 28th Avenue. For more information call (205) 562-3200.
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Children's Hands-On Museum (CHOM): A fun and educational
learning experience for children of all ages through hands-on exhibits, programs,
and special events. Kids can navigate a towboat, view a planetarium or even
be a bird. For more information call (205) 349-4235.
View Website
 Denny Chimes: Named after former University President George Denny,
the tower was constructed in 1929, and then restored in 1986. This landmark
is home to the "Football Walk of Fame", with hand and footprints of legendary
Alabama players. For more information call (205) 348-6010. View Website
Gorgas House: Built in 1829, the Gorgas House is the oldest
building on the University of Alabama campus. Family heirlooms are on display
at this home located on Capstone Drive. For more information call (205) 348-5906.
View Website
Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion: The 1862 antebellum mansion,
located at 1305 Greensboro Avenue, is one of the finest remaining examples of
Italianate architecture in the South. It is home of the Tuscaloosa Convention
and Visitors Center. For more information call (205) 391-9200. View Website
Kentuck Art Center: The gallery, located at 503 Main Avenue, Northport,
features rotating monthly exhibits of some of the region's finest arts and crafts.
There is also a gift shop specializing in arts and crafts by local, regional
and national artists. For more information call (205) 333-1252. View Website
Lake Lurleen State Park: Located about 10 minutes from downtown Tuscaloosa,
the park offers 1,600 acres of recreational area for camping, hiking, swimming
and fishing in the 250-area lake. For more information call (205) 339-1558.
View Website
 Mercedes-Benz
Visitor's Center: Plant tours are available Monday thru Friday by advance
reservations. Exhibitions trace the history of Mercedes-Benz from 1886 to the
present. This is the only Mercedes-Benz assembly plant outside of Europe. The
plant is located at 11 Mercedes Drive, Vance. For more information call (888)
2 TOUR-MB or (205) 507-2252. View
Website
Mildred Warner House: This exquisitely furnished home, located at 1925
8th Street, has changing art exhibits. For more information call (205) 553-6200.
Moundville Archaeological Park: Located fifteen miles south of Tuscaloosa
(1 Mound Parkway, Moundville), the park is part of the Alabama Museum of Natural
History. It is internationally known as one of the most important prehistoric
Indian settlements. The 320-acre park includes nature trails, Indian villages,
and a museum. For more information call (205) 758-2861. View
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Murphy African-American Museum: This museum was home
to the first licensed mortician in Alabama. The exhibit rooms feature the
Murphy family memorabilia. This museum is located at 2601 Bryant Drive and
Lurleen Wallace Blvd. South. For more information call (205) 758-2861.
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The Old Tavern Museum: The museum is an 1827 inn and
stagecoach stop. Authentic antique furnishings are from the capitol period.
Location is 500 28th Avenue. For more information (205) 758-2238. View Website
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 Ol’
Colony Golf Complex: Named one of the "Top 5 Best New Public Courses
in America" by Golf Digest (2001), Ol’
Colony Golf Complex certainly lives up to its reputation. This Jerry Pate
designed course is considered one of the best public courses, not only in Alabama,
but also in the nation.
The 18-hole course has rolling hills and is heavily wooded with tall pines
and soaring oaks. It’s sure to test even the most advanced golfer with
large bunkers, mature trees, and water hazards that will challenge every shot,
including a 25-acre lake. Another 18-holes, already designed by Pate, will be
a welcome addition in the coming years. View
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Paul W. Bryant Museum: Celebrate more than 100 years of Crimson Tide
football, beginning with the first team in 1892. Also view the re-creation of
the legendary Coach "Bear" Bryant's office. The Bryant Museum is located at
300 Bryant Drive, University of Alabama. For more information call (205) 348-4668.
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 Renaissance
Art Gallery: This gallery displays pieces by nationally known folk, traditional
and contemporary artists. Gallery located at 431 Main Avenue, Northport. For
more information call (205) 752-4422. View Website
Tannehill Ironworks: This historical state park contains a monument
to the Confederacy. The park offers camping, golf, hiking and swimming. Special
events include a re-enactment of a Civil War battle and monthly Trade Days.
This park is located at 12632 Confederate Parkway, McCalla. For more information
call (205) 477-5711. View Website
University of Alabama Arboretum: Loop Road and 15th Street. Explore
meadow, bog, and woodland wildflower gardens of native Alabama plants and plant
communities. For more information call (205) 553-3278. View Website
Westervelt-Warner Museum of American Art: The Warner Art Collection
displays more than 150 fine American art works, ranging from primitive to modern.
There is also a Japanese garden located at this location, 1400 Jack Warner Parkway.
For more information call (205) 553-6200. View
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Westervelt Warner Museum of Young America: Located
at the beautiful NorthRiver Yacht Club on Lake Tuscaloosa, the museum features
works from several prominent American artists. The impressive collection of
paintings, sculptures, and antiques provides a unique perspective on our country's
history. For more information call (205) 343-4540. View
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