Location: Northport
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Top 10 Things to do in Northport, United States
Northport is a city in Tuscaloosa County in the west central part of the State of Alabama. Located on the Black Warrior River across from downtown Tuscaloosa, it is currently the 21st largest city in Alabama with an estimated population of 24,497 in 2013. It incorporated in 1871. It is part of the Tuscaloosa Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Northport
1. Bryant Denny Stadium
Overall Ratings
5 based on 550 reviews
Reviewed By BamaCCRE
No true Bama fan would dare say a bad word about Bryant-Denny. It's a landmark. Our trademark. The home of the Crimson Tide!
But, I will note that the parking, nrw rules about what and how you can bring things in, and the no alcohol policy are pretty annoying. I think those could be improved, but the stadium itself is what T-town is all about. Roll Tide.
2. Kentuck Art Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By shnpan - Birmingham, Alabama
This is a community funded art center perpetuating the arts by connecting the community to the artist. There is a metal shop, pottery shop and art gallery. The art gallery is a mixture of many varied community artists.
3. Lake Lurleen State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Sixteen hundred and twenty five acre state park. Located on the banks of a 250 acre fishing lake. The park facilities include a modern campground, picnic areas, play areas, comfort stations, pavilions, banquet room, 23+ miles of mountain biking/hiking trails, and nature center. The park offers a sandy beach with designated swimming area, fishing piers, boat rentals and boat launch areas.
Reviewed By John R. B
What a beautiful campground. Nice beach area and swim area. Camp sites are at different elevations and plenty of greenery. Canoes, paddle boats, no jet skies. Shower house was in little disrepair. Shower stalls missing a few tiles but it was nicely air conditioned. I...MoreThank you for the honest review. I'll pass your concerns on to management and hope you will be back to find these issues repaired soon!
4. Paul W. Bryant Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Museum dedicated to the famous football coach Paul "Bear" Bryant.
Reviewed By egregclark - Lodi, California
This is full of University of Alabama football memorabilia. Not just a tribute to a great college football coach, but a great history of Alabama's football tradition. Don't miss it if you go to Tuscaloosa.
5. Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By Nathan W
We have been to several concerts at the Amp. Very comfortable seating, plenty of room. Acoustics are great and the location on the banks of the Black Warrior River is very scenic. Concession prices are high, but that would be OK if the service was quicker. We were at last Sunday's Rod Stewart/Cyndi Lauper concert and several windows had registers go down which caused delays. Several hotels and many restaurants and bars nearby for before or after (except on Sunday nights) the concerts.
6. Children's Hands-On Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Welcome to the Children's Hands-On Museum of Tuscaloosa! CHOM, where children Explore, Create, and Discover each time they visit. When we say "hands-on" we mean it! Learning through play is what our exhibits are all about, and you're encouraged to touch, feel, and play your way through our award winning museum. In 25 exhibits CHOM offers newborns through age 12 a fabulous place just for them! Exhibits, daily early childhood programs, events, holiday celebrations, state curriculum specific field trips and parties all wait for you at CHOM! Visit soon! Join over 73,000 visitors each year who know we're the BEST for family fun! CHOM is a 30 year old non-profit 501(c)(3) organization providing dynamic leaning experiences.
Reviewed By ashnot - Fayette, Alabama
Visited here while my in-laws were in town. My kids, 3 and 1, truly enjoyed themselves. Plenty of things that were age appropriate to keep them entertained. Plan to visit again.Thank you so much for taking time to review us! We're thrilled you had a great visit!
7. Bryant Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Richard W - Juneau, Alaska
Stopped in for 90 minutes during an outing with 56 others. Always wanted to go and see how Bear Bryant, and others, built the Crimson Tide powerhouse. The museum was similar to Sam Walton's in Bentonville, Arkansas....Large enough to cover everything, but small enough to be easily viewed in a couple of hours. The 10 minute movie is a MUST SEE!. Current era memorabilia is up-to-date with lots of game videos and Saban era touches. This is worth the trip.
8. Capitol park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By BHTurner - Cullman, Alabama
This was a very nice and well kept park. Capitol park is a wonderful setting for picture. They columns and remains of the old capitol were absolutely fascinating. The details that were on this building were interesting. This park was just 2 blocks from the Home2Suites Hotel.
9. Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Oleguy - USA
While Greek and Roman architecture inspired the antebellum South's wealthy class, as the War Between the States drew near many of them looked to other sources of inspiration. This mansion is an outstanding example of Italianate architecture in the very grand style. From its cupola-capped roof to the oversized windows, it is a tremendous crowd pleaser, evoking images of gentlemen in frock coats, ladies in bustles and luncheon on the lawn. The rooms are large and it is easy to envision them hosting an elegant soiree or a serious political meeting. Perhaps it is because the past seems so vivid that ghost-sightings have become a part of the mansion's history. When possible, pair your visit to this gilded-age home with one to the ante-bellum Battle Friedman house just a few steps down the street.
10. Tuscaloosa Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
5 based on 15 reviews
Come enjoy one of the most breathtaking collections of fine art in America, nestled on the banks of the Black Warrior River. The Westervelt Collection embodies primitive, fine and decorative arts from around the world. Experience history anew as you travel from the heart of the Americas to the Far East in original masterpieces.
Reviewed By Karl V - Birmingham, Alabama
Located in the former headquarters of Jack Warner's Gulf States Paper Company (now the Westervelt Company), the museum is open to the public at no charge. Security is tight (due to its location in an operating business office). One has the impression of wandering thru their own private collection. There is no time limit. It is not a place for noisy children - or noisy adults - LOL. The works are wonderful.
Bonus: Jack Warner designed the building to resemble a sprawling Japanese temple, pavilion, and grounds. The building alone is worth the trip, only minutes from the UA campus. Did I mention its all free?
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