Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Tuscaloosa travel guide

Tuscaloosa Tourism | Tuscaloosa Guide

You're Going to Love Tuscaloosa

With a population of 90,468, Tuscaloosa is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Tuscaloosa has to offer.

Where to Eat in Tuscaloosa

If you’re looking for affordable options, Forte (2321 6th St) and Sugo Italian Restaurant (2218 University Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Tuscaloosa

Tuscaloosa in January
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tuscaloosa in January
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tuscaloosa in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 5.3″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Tuscaloosa, with an average rainfall of 3.2″.

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How to Get to Tuscaloosa

Plane

Although Tuscaloosa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 53 miles from Tuscaloosa. Montgomery Dannelly Field is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Tuscaloosa departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Tuscaloosa is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 187 miles from Tuscaloosa. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Tuscaloosa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 53 miles from Tuscaloosa. Montgomery Dannelly Field is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Tuscaloosa departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Tuscaloosa is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 187 miles from Tuscaloosa. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Tuscaloosa

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
GTRColumbus Golden Triangle Reg.
BHMBirmingham

Airlines serving Tuscaloosa

Lufthansa
Good (8,229 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,567 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,195 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,540 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,644 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,138 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,965 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,555 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,862 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,988 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,468 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,911 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,305 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,219 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,732 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,550 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tuscaloosa

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa - Univ. of Alabama and Comfort Suites Tuscaloosa Near University. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Tuscaloosa, with prices from $48 to $952 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Tuscaloosa are about 323% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Tuscaloosa by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Tuscaloosa

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (9, 127 reviews)
$102+
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Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 636 reviews)
$125+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1288 reviews)
$82+
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Rodeway Inn Tuscaloosa near University
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 828 reviews)
$63+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tuscaloosa, AL
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1055 reviews)
$77+
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Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 752 reviews)
$60+
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Renting a car in Tuscaloosa

Renting a car in Tuscaloosa costs $61 per day, on average, or $183 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Tuscaloosa.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Tuscaloosa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Tuscaloosa is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Tuscaloosa costs $61 per day, on average, or $183 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Tuscaloosa.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Tuscaloosa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Tuscaloosa is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Tuscaloosa

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

Standard

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Economy
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