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Things to see in Birmingham, Alabama (United States): 21 places and when to go
Birmingham, Alabama is a major city in United States with around 1,128,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Temples (7), History (4), Nature (4). The best known are Birmingham Museum of Art, Cathedral of Saint Paul and 16th Street Baptist Church. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 33.53, -86.825
- Population
- About 1,128,000
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (7) · History (4) · Nature (4) · Wildlife (4) · Food and drink (3) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 945 km as the crow flies
What to see in Birmingham, Alabama
The places in and around Birmingham, Alabama, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Birmingham Museum of ArtArt museum in Birmingham, Alabama, USA1.6 km
- Cathedral of Saint PaulChurch in Alabama, United States2.3 km
- 16th Street Baptist ChurchChurch in Birmingham, Alabama1.7 km
- Talladega National ForestForest in Alabama, United States44 km
- Birmingham ZooZoo in Birmingham, Alabama6.4 km
- Birmingham Alabama TempleTemple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Birmingham, Alabama16 km
- Bethel Baptist ChurchChurch building in Alabama, United States of America3.3 km
- Church of the HighlandsChurch in Alabama, USA16 km
- Birmingham Civil Rights National MonumentUnited States National Monument in Birmingham, Alabama1.9 km
- Sloss FurnacesMuseum and national historic landmark in Birmingham, Alabama3.2 km
- Vulcan statueLargest cast iron statue in the world5.1 km
- Independent Presbyterian ChurchChurch in Alabama, United States4.8 km
- Southern Museum of FlightAviation museum in Birmingham, Alabama, USA8.9 km
- Temple Emanu-ElSynagogue in Birmingham, Alabama4.4 km
- Watercress Darter National Wildlife RefugeNational Wildlife Refuge in Jefferson County, Alabama21 km
- Empire BuildingHistoric building in Birmingham, Alabama, United States2.5 km
- Tannehill IronworksUnited States state park and historic place38 km
- All Good Beverage Co.Brewery4.1 km
- Birmingham District Brewing Co.Brewery3.1 km
- Boyd E. Christenberry PlanetariumPlanetarium7.8 km
- Cahaba Brewing CompanyBrewery5.5 km
When to go to Birmingham, Alabama
The best time to visit Birmingham, Alabama is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:00
- FebPossible10:48
- MarBest time11:45
- AprBest time12:50
- MayBest time13:44
- JunBest time14:13
- JulBest time14:01
- AugBest time13:15
- SepBest time12:12
- OctBest time11:09
- NovPossible10:14
- DecPossible9:47
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47. In April, 21 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Birmingham, Alabama
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 945 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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- Montgomery, Alabama9 places140 km
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And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Birmingham, Alabama?
The best known: Birmingham Museum of Art, Cathedral of Saint Paul, 16th Street Baptist Church, Talladega National Forest, Birmingham Zoo. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Birmingham, Alabama?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47.
How do you get to Birmingham, Alabama?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 945 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Birmingham, Alabama as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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