Guide to Visiting Birmingham, Alabama

Birmingham, Alabama is a southern town that holds onto it's southern heritage and is graciously willing to share it with others. Explore the history of jazz at the must-see Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, when you visit Birmingham.

How to I get to Birmingham?

Fly into Birmingham via the Birmingham International Airport. The airport code is BHM, if you are interested in getting quotes from major airlines. Most airlines service the Birmingham airport or connect with another one who does.

Where do I stay in Birmingham?

Stay in downtown Birmingham at the Cobb Lane Bed and Breakfast. The victorian rooms range from $90 to $120 a night in price and all have their own unique flare. Your room will have a private bathroom, which is stocked with luxurious lotions and soaps for your enjoyment. Wireless internet is available for use and complimentary beverages and refrigerator use, make this bed and breakfast top rate. If you are taking a second honeymoon or a romantic vacation, the hosts offer guest baskets, chocolates and wine for an additional charge.

What is the public transportation like in Birmingham?

Birmingham offers taxis, public buses and Dart, which is a trolley service.

What is there to do in Birmingham?

Take a day to visit the Birmingham Zoo. Admission to the zoo is low at $11 for adults and $6 for children. The zoo is open 7 days a week and there hours are 9 to 5 or 9 to 7 in the summer months. You can find the Birmingham Zoo off of highway 280, at 2630 Cahaba Road.

Go to Alabama Adventure a Birmingham theme park that offers water activities as well as bumper cars, roller coasters and the space shot. There are plenty of rides and attractions to keep kids and adults alike busy for days of summer fun.

The Birmingham Botanical Gardens offer several different theme gardens for flower lovers to enjoy exploring. Find the Japanese camellia, which is the state flower of Alabama and then head over to the restaurant for some French cuisine.

The Birmingham Museum of Art offers free admission to the general exhibits and holds hours of 10 to 5 on Tuesday - Saturday and 12 to 5 on Sunday. If you'd like to take pictures, don't use a flash and get a special pass. Some exhibits do not allow any photographs, so be sure to follow the museums specific rules when you get your pass.

Sources:

Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau

http://www.birminghamal.org/index.asp

Cobb Lane Bed and Breakfast

http://www.cobblanebandb.com/