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 85 km 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 301 km from Tuscaloosa. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Tuscaloosa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 85 km 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 301 km from Tuscaloosa. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Tuscaloosa

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
GTRColumbus Golden Triangle Reg.
BHMBirmingham

Airlines serving Tuscaloosa

Lufthansa
Good (8,182 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,557 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,161 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,504 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,262 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,641 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,115 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,949 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,466 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,802 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,978 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,697 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,294 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,901 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,273 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 $822 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Tuscaloosa are about 300% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Tuscaloosa by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Tuscaloosa

Most booked hotels in Tuscaloosa

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tuscaloosa East By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (9, 124 reviews)
$100+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Tuscaloosa University
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1280 reviews)
$81+
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Ambassador Inn and Suites Tuscaloosa
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 749 reviews)
$61+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tuscaloosa, AL
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1053 reviews)
$75+
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Wingate by Wyndham Tuscaloosa
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1274 reviews)
$69+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa East
2 stars
Good (7.7, 274 reviews)
$53+
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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 10% 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 (Chevrolet Trax or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar) are, on average, 51% 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 10% 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 (Chevrolet Trax or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Tuscaloosa

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

Standard

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$40/day

Compact
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