If you are in Tuscaloosa, Alabama for a University of Alabama game day here is our list of favorite family friendly places downtown. We love just walking around and finding new spots. Click the links for more information. Also, follow our Instagram @mackidtuscaloosa for updates, giveaways, and more. You can also check our events calendar for regularly updated family friendly activities.
1. Children's Hands On Museum of Tuscaloosa
There are three floors of fun to explore! When you walk in the door, you are greeted by the kind and knowledgeable CHOM staffers. You can start your visit off with a step back in time at the General Store, Grandma's Attic, Choctaw Indian village, and more.
2. UA Museum of Natural History
At the Alabama Museum of Natural History exhibits such as Discovering Alabama (on the first floor), Dr. Smith's Wagon, Hodges Meteorite, Cretaceous Monsters of Alabama, Rocks and Minerals From Around The World, and more.
Many football game days, they will host former UA players for autographs. There is no fee for signatures, and the museum entrance fee is only $5.
4. Warner Transportation Museum
Located in the historic Queen City Park, the Mildred Westervelt Warner Transportation Museum has exhibits, educational opportunity, and seasonal exhibits that share the story of the Tuscaloosa local and regional history and natural resources.
See website for full list of class times and availabilities.
This is such a wonderful place to let your imagination run wild. Owner- Joanna Lemmon wears many hats of mom, wife, art teacher, artist, and more.
7. Stroll along the River Walk
You can also find a nice playground that was donated by Nick's Kids Foundation.
8. Walk around the Quad
9. Listen to the Elephant Stomp at Gorgas Library
10. Explore the shops
There are so many fun boutiques, UA merch stores, and more. Some of our favorites are S.W.A.G. Boutique, Midtown Village, UA Supe Store.
11. Get your PJ's Coffee or Rita's (both under the same roof and owned by former UA football player Bill Getchell) for a little pick me up before kick off.
12. Mo'Bay Beignet Company is definitely making Tuscaloosa sweeter! Stop by for some great sweets.
13. For Boba Tea fans, you must try Boba Mania! We can't get enough taro milk tea!
14. Capitol Park
15. Rama Jama's
A true University of Alabama gem.
*If you are in town early enough, you can stop by Butler Field and hear the Million Dollar Band warm up.
