5 More Top Attractions to See on Your Birmingham, AL Vacation

Visit the Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens on your next Alabama vacation.

Visit the Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens on your next Alabama vacation.

If you’re visiting Birmingham, Alabama for your next family vacation, you’re in for a treat. There’s so much to do in the wonderful city, you’ll never fun out of things to experience. Your only challenge will be getting it all done in one trip. Here are 5 more attractions to see during your Alabama vacation.

Sixteenth Street Baptist Church: This is a site of one of the most horrible occurences in the American Civil Rights Movement. However, although this sitre is a landmark to people’s inhumanity, it’s also one to their capacity for love and forgiveness. Call ahead to schedule a full tour of the beautiful church.

Birmingham Zoo: The Birmingham Zoo is home to over 1,000 animals and features ongoing special exhibits and interactive opportunities for children.

Alabama Adventure: This park has dry and water rides, shopping and plenty of dining experiences. There’s something for the entire family here.

Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens: Arlington Antebellum Home is a fully restored Greek revival mansion built between 1845 and 1850. The mansion features beautiful antiques and a collection of art from around the world.

Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark: This is a national monument that pays tribute to the famous Birmingham steel industry. It gives visitors a chance to see an important piece of Birmingham’s industrial history, and is a must-see, if this is your first time visiting the city.

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