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Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
Ollie #1 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
5 of 5 stars 78 reviews
Owner description: This historic museum traces the journey of the civil rights advocates of the 1950s and 60s, who changed the course of American history. The struggle...... more » Owner description: This historic museum traces the journey of the civil rights advocates of the 1950s and 60s, who changed the course of American history. The struggle for equality for Black Americans is chronicled here, from the Jim Crow laws in the 1800s to the freedom rides, sit-ins and demonstrations of the 1960s. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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McWane Science Center
Ollie #2 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4.5 of 5 stars 76 reviews
Owner description: Interactive adventures are the theme at this exciting complex which includes ScienceQuest, with hands-on science fun; an IMAX dome theater; Just Mice...... more » Owner description: Interactive adventures are the theme at this exciting complex which includes ScienceQuest, with hands-on science fun; an IMAX dome theater; Just Mice Size, where tots under 6 learn, build and express themselves creatively; World of Water, with creatures from around the world and the amazing HighCycle, which gives you the thrill of a tightrope ride without the danger. « less
Attraction type  Science Museums
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Rickwood Field Park
Ollie #3 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
America's oldest baseball park and former home of the Birmingham Barons is a place where visitors can relive the magic of baseball's glory years.
Attraction type  Sports Complexes; Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  2.8 miles from city center
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Alabama Theatre
Ollie #4 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
After a complete restoration, this historic venue once again shows its 1927 grandeur.
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Vulcan Park and Museum
Ollie #5 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 89 reviews
The largest cast-iron statue in the world was created for the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair.
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues; Parks; Lookouts
Distance  2.2 miles from city center
Moonlight on the Mountain
Ollie #6 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Theaters
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Birmingham Museum of Art
Ollie #7 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4.5 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Owner description: This three-story museum houses an eclectic selection of art, including Wedgewood pottery, the largest collection of Asian art in the Southeast, Native...... more » Owner description: This three-story museum houses an eclectic selection of art, including Wedgewood pottery, the largest collection of Asian art in the Southeast, Native American and African art, impressionism, contemporary art and American landscapes. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex
Ollie #8 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Civic Centers
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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Golden Flake Company
Ollie #9 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Distance  1.4 miles from city center
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Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark
Ollie #10 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 44 reviews
Historic iron manufacturing facility
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
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Ruffner Mountain Nature Center
Ollie #11 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: This 1,000-acre oasis in downtown Birmingham attracts birdwatchers, hikers and nature lovers to its 11 miles of hiking and walking trails, nature...... more » Owner description: This 1,000-acre oasis in downtown Birmingham attracts birdwatchers, hikers and nature lovers to its 11 miles of hiking and walking trails, nature center with native animals, picnic area, gardens, gift shop and special sunset hikes with wine and cheese or moonlight treks with music. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  6.6 miles from city center
Birmingham's Railroad Park
Ollie #12 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
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Kelly Ingram Park
Ollie #13 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews

Also known as West Park is nice during the day, but you may want to avoid it at night. Sculptor James Drake created several pieces for the park, depciting Civil Rights Movement... more »

Attraction type  Parks; Historic Walking Areas; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Birmingham Zoo
Ollie #14 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
3.5 of 5 stars 115 reviews
Owner description: Watch sea lions being trained and fed, zip around on the Zoo Train, hop on the carousel, check out the alligator swamp and tropical rain forest: all...... more » Owner description: Watch sea lions being trained and fed, zip around on the Zoo Train, hop on the carousel, check out the alligator swamp and tropical rain forest: all this and more are offered at this educational and entertaining zoo housing 170 animals from around the world, including endangered species. « less
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  3.0 miles from city center
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Southern Museum of Flight
Ollie #15 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews

The Southern Museum of Flight, located three blocks east of the Birmingham-Shuttl... Airport, is one of the largest civilian flight museums in the Southeast. The museum has 75... more »

Attraction type  Specialty Museums
Distance  5.2 miles from city center
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Alabama Symphony Orchestra
Ollie #16 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Concerts; Performances
Distance  2.0 miles from city center
Pete's Famous Hot Dogs
Ollie #17 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Statue of Liberty
Ollie #18 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Bronze replica measuring one-fifth the size of its sister statue located in New York City.
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
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16th Street Baptist Church
Ollie #19 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Owner description: Four young girls were killed when a Ku Klux Klan bomb exploded in this church in 1963. The girls are remembered with a shrine in the crypt where they...... more » Owner description: Four young girls were killed when a Ku Klux Klan bomb exploded in this church in 1963. The girls are remembered with a shrine in the crypt where they died, and a vibrant stained glass window donated in sympathy by the people of Wales adorns the historic church. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
Ollie #20 of 31 attractions in Birmingham
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Specialty Museums
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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