Experience · Birmingham

Performing Arts & Parisian Charm in Five Points

Indulge in a romantic evening starting with captivating live performing arts at the Alys Robinson Stephens Center. Follow it with an intimate French dinner at Chez Fonfon, and cap the night with panoramic city views from a sophisticated rooftop bar.

A 4.5-hour Birmingham evening plan for couples — Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center, Chez Fonfon, Moon Shine at Elyton Hotel.

Duration: 4h 30m
Cost: $100–$250
Stops: 3 stops
Area: Five Points South + 1 more
Walking: Moderate walking · Total 1.8-mile driving route
Best time: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Ideal for: Couples · Solo

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The plan

1Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center(2 hrs)→
2Chez Fonfon(1 hr 30 min)→
3Moon Shine at Elyton Hotel(1 hr)

Why this plan works

The 3 stops cover about 1.8 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Birmingham instead of crossing town between them. Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Moon Shine at Elyton Hotel — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples and solo who want a planned Birmingham outing without improvising between stops.

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The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

1
2 hrs
Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center
Arts & Culture · Five Points South
Elegant setting for music, dance, theater & other performing arts at the University of Alabama.
What to do — Arrive for an evening show, enjoying the refined ambiance and shared cultural experience with your date.
0.7 mi · 14 min walk or 5 min drive
Then Take a short walk or drive to your dinner reservation nearby.
2
1h 30m
Chez Fonfon
Food & Drink · Five Points South
Classic French bistro outfitted with antique furnishings & a court for playing a game of boules.
What to do — Enjoy a leisurely dinner, savoring the authentic French cuisine and a bottle of wine. Consider a game of boules if the court is open.
Scout Side Quest
Browse the menu and each pick the dish with the most delightfully dramatic French name.
1.1 mi · 5 min drive
Then Head to a nearby rooftop for a nightcap.
3
Optional 1 hr
Moon Shine at Elyton Hotel
Nightlife · Central City
City views are paired with craft libations & small plates at this bar in the former Empire Building.
What to do — Optional nightcap for those who drink — skip it and the plan still works. Enjoy craft cocktails and panoramic city views from the rooftop.
Scout Side Quest
Look out across the skyline and see who can spot the most distant twinkle of city light.
Book it · Moon Shine at Elyton Hotel
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
4.6 (45)4 hrFrom $100
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Footlights Film & Spooks: Walking Tour of Vaudeville & True Crime
5.0 (4)1 hrFrom $250.2 mi away
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Planning this outing

Is this a good Birmingham itinerary for couples?: Yes. It's built for couples and solo and runs about 4 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center.
How long does this outing take?: Plan on 4 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Birmingham itinerary cost?: Roughly $100–$250 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?: Not entirely. The stops cover about 1.8 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?: No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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