Birmingham
The Best Things to do in Birmingham, Alabama

50 Top Shops

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Southerners are pros when it comes to shopping. So we pounded the pavement in search of the best and uncovered some of the region's finest shops. Some spots you'll recognize, others you won't. Of...

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40 Things Every Southerner Ought To Do!

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It is not, we decided, simply being born and raised here. Specific experiences and certain traits mark a genuine Southerner. We started talking, arguing, laughing, jotting them down – and ended up...

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Chef Frank Stitt, Birmingham

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Chef Frank Stitt's Alabama roots and expertise in French and Italian cooking keep the culinary bar raised high in the Magic City and throughout the South.

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Restaurants

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For many, eating out in Deep South destinations like Birmingham centers on "wholesome," belly-warming standards. We're talking about old-fashioned country cooking – the kind they serve at the...

Nightlife

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When the sun goes down, Birmingham gets its second wind. Neighborhood bars and pubs are popular, of course, but if your tastes run deeper, check out our other Birmingham nightlife selections....

Attractions & Activities

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Birmingham is home to an appealing variety of historic buildings, museums, and interesting sightseeing opportunities. Stroll through Birmingham’s sights on your own, or take a more organized approach...

Events

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No matter the time of year or the day of the week, the Birmingham events calendar has something fun going on. Birmingham venues come in all shapes and sizes, indoors and outdoors. Get a feel for...