Fountain Heights, AL

Birmingham

I feel like I had heard of this church, but didnt really understand the significance of what happened there until I visited. The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute right next door is a really well done history of racism and civil rights in the US. I'd definitely recommend if you are in Birmingham for a while.
I feel like I had heard of this church, but didnt really understand the significance of what happened there until I visited. The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute right next door is a really well done history of racism and civil rights in the US. I'd definitely recommend if you are in Birmingham for a while.
Several powerful sculptures were commissioned for the park to illustrate the Civil Rights Movement events that happened here. Police and Dog Attack - a sculpture at ground level that is made up of two opposing metal walls with three vicious dogs that lunge at you as you pass between them the way the dogs did at the 1963 demonstration. It's effect is profound and moving. View 3 of 4 #birmingham #MLK # CivilRights
Several powerful sculptures were commissioned for the park to illustrate the Civil Rights Movement events that happened here and this one was one of tho most moving. The park served as a gathering place for demonstrations in 1963 and fire hoses were turned on marchers, many of them children. This art piece depicts the #MLK #CivilRights
Miss Electra, Power Goddess !! This Gold Leafed Goddess wields her lightning bolts over the City of Birmingham from 20 stories high atop the Art Deco Alabama Power Building built in 1925. Finding the right vantage point to take a picture is tricky and you will need a long lens. I caught her on a very overcast day and was really hoping to catch her with a dark blue clear sky. Maybe next time... Electra stands on her tippy-toes to reach 23 feet and, although it is ungentlemanly of me to discuss, weighs 4,000 pounds. She was originally cast in bronze and then gold leafed. Cleaned and re-gilded on her 70th birthday in 1996, The "Butt-Naked" Babe still looks as intoxicating as ever from her elusive perch. She has no affiliation with Greek Myth Electra, the vengeful and murderous daughter of King Agamemnon. But.... not sure I would want to cross her either way with those ominous bolts in hand. 33°31'4"N 86°48'44"W #birmingham

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The Alabama Theatre was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios as an Alabama showcase for Paramount films. It was used primarily as a movie palace for 55 years. In 1987 the owners of the facility declared bankruptcy and the theatre was purchased by Birmingham Landmarks Inc. Now the Alabama Theatre for the Performing Arts, it hosts many live events. Each year the Theatre hosts over 300 events attended by a half million People. In 1998 the Theatre underwent a complete restoration.

Alabama Theater

Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Alabama Theater
Cool place to bring kids ! #KidsFun

McWane Science Center

You can study the exhibits at McWane Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

McWane Science Center
Civil Rights Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. I am not a museum person, but this is worth a visit. It’s a very moving and well done exhibit.

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

You can study the exhibits at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
A statue of Martin Luther King Jr. looks towards the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. The 1963 bombing of the church by the KKK murdered 6 children in total and sparked outrage across the world. This marked a turning point in the Civil Rights Movement. #civilrights #historymatters

Kelly Ingram Park

After visiting Kelly Ingram Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Kelly Ingram Park
This sculpture in Kelly Ingram Park in Birmingham, Alabama depicts a vicious dog attack during the civil rights protests in 1963. This sculpture is very effective. I got chills walking through and imagining what it just have been like. #civilrights #historymatters

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

You can learn about the history of Birmingham when you stop by Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
Barber Motorsports Park which includes interior views

Barber Motorsports Park

Watch cars speed around the twisty track and admire vintage motorcycles in the museum at Alabama’s motoring hub.

Barber Motorsports Park

Fountain Heights Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover

3 out of 5
120 Riverchase Pkwy E Birmingham AL
The price is NT$2,656 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
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NT$3,090 total
Jan 21 - Jan 22
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
60 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL
The price is NT$1,994 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
NT$1,994
NT$2,393 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
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7.8/10 Good! (584 reviews)
Staff was friendly, the room was clean and neat

Reviewed on 2026/1/12

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria Birmingham AL
The price is NT$4,008 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
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NT$4,632 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,361 reviews)
Great place to stay.

Reviewed on 2026/1/14

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood

Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
50 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL
The price is NT$2,335 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
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NT$2,802 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Staff very friendly and professional. What ever you are using for air freshener is nauseating

Reviewed on 2026/1/11

Sonesta ES Suites Birmingham Homewood
Red Roof Inn Birmingham South

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South

2 out of 5
1466 Montgomery Highway Birmingham AL
The price is NT$2,240 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
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NT$2,621 total
Jan 20 - Jan 21
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7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Room was clean

Reviewed on 2026/1/17

Red Roof Inn Birmingham South
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

3 out of 5
821 20th Street S Birmingham AL
The price is NT$3,856 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
NT$3,856
NT$4,625 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
We love this hotel. It is always clean and everyone is so friendly. We love the little efficiency apartment Style King bedroom. Super cozy and perfect for a couple. We come here a lot to go to UAB and it is close to that and also close to multiple restaurants. All within walking distance.

Reviewed on 2026/1/16

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
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This sculpture in Kelly Ingram Park in Birmingham, Alabama depicts a vicious dog attack during the civil rights protests in 1963. This sculpture is very effective. I got chills walking through and imagining what it just have been like. #civilrights #historymatters

Civil Rights Historic District

Civil Rights Historic District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater while you're in town.

Civil Rights Historic District
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Northside

If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Northside
Mugshots downtown. Chocolate Milkshake in a Frozen mug.

Druid Hills

If you're spending some time in Druid Hills, Protective Stadium and Coca-Cola Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.

Druid Hills
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Downtown Birmingham

Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Downtown Birmingham
Spectacular Firework show over Birmingham, AL celebrating Independence Day #troeon #Fireworks

Central City

4/5(74 area reviews)

While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.

Central City
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Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.

Southside

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