Tuscaloosa · Tuscaloosa County, AL

Arts & Culture in Tuscaloosa

Scout analyzed 47 Tuscaloosa places and surfaced the ones that actually fit arts & culture.

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Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.9 hr

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Downtown Tuscaloosa Theatre & Drinks Date Night

Spend an evening savoring creative Mexican cuisine before stepping back in time for a show at the historic Bama Theatre. Afterwards, unwind with a craft cocktail in a relaxed setting, reflecting on your cultural experience.

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Paul W. Bryant Museum

This museum is good for a 1-2 hour visit to explore University of Alabama sports history, costing a few dollars per person. It can be paired with other university attractions or a meal nearby.

ArtsSportsHistory

$2–$5 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

Arts & Culture

Alabama Museum of Natural History

This free museum offers about 90 minutes of educational exhibits on paleontology and local natural history. It's suitable for families or solo visitors, often paired with a visit to the broader University of Alabama campus.

ArtsHistoryEducational

$0 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking

Arts & Culture

The Historic Bama Theatre

This theatre is suitable for a 2-hour evening out, often for a play or film, costing around $10-40 per person. It can pair well with a pre-show dinner.

Live musicArtsShopping

$10–$40 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking

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Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater

This is a prime spot for catching national music acts in an outdoor setting by the river, making it a good anchor for a date night or weekend outing. Expect ticket prices to vary widely, plus costs for food and drinks. Plan to spend a few hours here.

Live musicArtsOutdoors

$30–$150 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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CMX Hollywood 16 & IMAX

This is a standard movie theater suitable for a couple hours of entertainment. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a ticket and snacks, perfect for a relaxed date or family outing.

ArtsFoodRelaxed

$15–$35 typical2.3 hr visiteasy parking