Places In Birmingham Al To Visit

Melissa

5/5

in the last week

Beautiful gardens with lots of incredible plants and water features and benches to sit and take it all in. I love that it is free and it’s also right across from the zoo so I usually go to both while I’m in the area. It’s a beautiful place to take a walk, read a book, have a picnic, or take photos. The gift shop is really lovely as well.

Cyntia Katy

5/5

2 months ago

It was great, amazing, splendid!!!!
It wasn’t a waste of time going there. For nature lovers you’ll appreciate the fresh scent of nature, its beauty and magnificence!!!
It is calm, quiet, reposing and inspiring. I just love it❤❤❤
I strongly recommend it and will myself go back when i come back to Birmingham.

Marcus Daley

5/5

3 weeks ago

I visited here a few months ago when I travelled from the West on over for a wedding.
This place was really nice and clean. The staff were nice and courteous, and honestly I have no complaints. Botanical Gardens are one of mans greatest inventions.
The crowning piece for me is the gigantic koi pond they have in their Japanese section. The fish themselves are HUGE and they have plenty of turtles swimming around which is heartwarming. Even after an exhausting day this place was refreshing and I’m glad I went.

Deborah Hoover

4/5

6 months ago

This is an awesome park! Beautiful with many, many amenities. The staff is great! However, the campground sites are not laid out well with only 30amp and the restrooms are very outdated. A 5 for the park and 3 for the campground = 4. I would highly recommend if you are in the area and don't miss out on the Birmingham Botanical Garden!

Rebecca Messenger

4/5

a year ago

Awesome state park with many activities, but the price for an annual pass is ridiculous in my opinion.

Kayla Carey

5/5

3 weeks ago

This is an incredible park to visit! It’s HUGE and includes horseback riding, a golf course, playground, kayak & paddle boat rental, swimming area, and more! There were very nice bathroom facilities at all parking areas. Gorgeous views. Drive through road and tons of hiking trails with bridges. Wish we had more than a few hours, I think you could spend several days exploring and still not see it all!
Stickers, magnets, T-shirt’s and stuffed animals at the park office, but very small selections.

Jon Wieberg

4/5

a month ago

The science museum is an awesome place for a day trip, and the kids loved it. I'm very surprised that it was not busier. It was practically empty.
Our kids loved being able to pet the sting rays and the tiny town.

We had 1 senior, 2 adults, 2 kids, and parking, and it was around $75.

They change features out, so there's something new every few months.

Jamie Nevarez

5/5

8 months ago

We had a great time. My daughter is 9 and there were a lot of fun things for her to enjoy. Several stations were either not working or closed due to Covid. I would still recommend, but am excited to go again once everything is back open.

Cynthia Austin

4/5

7 months ago

I was Very Pleased with the way I Was Welcomed. The Front Desk person was very Helpful and was very attentive to my reason for today's visit. I was there to leave Flyers from Childcare Resources Head Start Prgram. She Allowed me to leave our information 💁‍♀️. Thanks So Much!!!!!!

Andrew Stevens

5/5

2 weeks ago

What a fantastic place to hike. Miles of trails to explore. There are several wonderful waterfalls to see. I personally enjoy the more Northern end of the preserve, it is less traveled by others and has more elevation changes for hikes. Love Moss Rock

Parker 205

5/5

a year ago

This is a special place

Sharon Kilzer

1/5

a month ago

Entrances were hard to find. The trails are all over the place and none looked to be blazed. The map was hard to distinguish with the trails and the kiosk did not mark the starting area. Plus, it's in the middle of a shopping/neighborhood development. If you're looking for a real trail, skip this one.

Ginger Minor

5/5

a year ago

CLEAN and family 💗 orientated !!!

J Strong

5/5

3 months ago

Honestly? If you're looking for a place to take your kids for a fun day out, a place to walk your dogs or even just to take a nice peaceful walk, this is the place!

Nice long trial that leads to a beautiful pond where you can go fish or just relax on one of the benches. Also a nice play area for the kids that includes a swing set, slides, and much more!

This has been my go-to spot for over 10 years! Take a visit man, you won't regret it!

Elizabeth Gary

5/5

a month ago

This is a great place to bring kids to play on the playground. Also several events are held here throughout the year. Yesterday we celebrated Veterans and the food and vendors were wonderful!

James Jones sr

4/5

a year ago

No getho

Jonathan Persenaire

5/5

3 weeks ago

Nice park. Good trails, playground and shelters. Was pretty upset the bathroom was locked in the middle of the day, but the library is close enough that my son made it without incident.

James Bentley

4/5

3 months ago

Very pretty park. Wish they had more swings. Is that a fair criticism? I don't know the correct number of swings

Amy Kuhn

5/5

3 weeks ago

This park is stunning. Just the people I have met there have been awesome.
My daughter plays on the challenger league.
So jeff Is awesome,

Mallory Sheppard

5/5

4 weeks ago

Family fun for all. Playground for kids and, ball fields, and great paved walking trail with partial shade and small creek running through.

Keith “intodawofdawanted” Scott

4/5

a month ago

Enjoyed! Some awesome football Clay vs Oak Mountain 7th grade playoffs.(clay won "go cougars") Every One staffed from the School was a Joy! I Meet a wonderful couple..while trying to get snacks 😋 for my lil girl 8yrs and .. no carder reader cash only🤦🏽..an all other stands normally have them! But this couple made sure whatever My lil girl.. me and my wife.. wanted was covered😇.. the best places also has some of the best people...

Angelia Bowdre

5/5

2 months ago

So can somebody please tell me why I've been in Birmingham area for almost 25 years and have passed the Aldrich Gardens sign on Lorna Road a gazillion times and didn't even notice it.😔😔😔 This spot is amazing. Wonderful walking trails, beautiful view of the lake and just adorable geese or ducks! They also have a venue you can rent for events. I will definitely be going back to take a run in the park. If one day you have some time and you are rolling on Lorna Road, whip right on in and take a look! You might just be pleasantly surprised! 🧚‍♂️🧚‍♂️
Take a look at my photos!! Enjoy!!!🙂

Rachel Jean

5/5

a week ago

Beautiful small park with lots to see! The pond is gorgeous with the changing leaves. We arrived around 9 on a Saturday morning and there was hardly anyone there. Perfect morning walk with sunbathing turtles and a Herron. I would go back here in a heartbeat!

Melissa

5/5

in the last week

Beautiful gardens with nice walking paths and lovely plants. The lake and fountain are stunning. It’s one of Hoover’s hidden gems!

Alicia Myrick

5/5

9 months ago

I love that place is so beautiful I fell like I'm at home in God house . I never want to leave there
I love the Holy Mass at 12:10 pm Monday true Friday

CATHOHOLICISM

5/5

5 months ago

GORGEOUS. The Mass is reverent. It uses an organ. The Priest here, Fr. Jerabek is the most excellent priest I have ever witnessed.

Leigh McCombs

5/5

7 months ago

Nothing like Midnight Mass at Christmas. Beautiful Cathedral.

Nicole Hill

3/5

10 months ago

I love the olive oils and balsamic vinegar flavors. They are excellent on salads and as a marinade for meats. The staff are very knowledgeable about how to pair the two for some awesome flavors. So for the products alone, 5stars! But, the owner was not wearing a mask and that's a big problem for me so that decreased my rating to 3 stars. Do better... we're in a pandemic... 😷 up when you're dealing with customers.

Zebbo Leppo

5/5

8 months ago

Just...just go. I've never had olive oil this good outside of fresh-pressed oil at a fine dining restaurant. And even then, maybe the stuff here is better.

And the infusion flavors, as far as I've tasted, are all done exceedingly well. The traditional balsamic is good enough to go on pizza, fish, and vanilla ice cream. Yup. The owner suggested ice cream and she wasn't lying.

The balsamics really flavor up some sparkling water, FYI.

Gary “Dis dikk” Gaillard

1/5

3 months ago

Rude older lady with blonde hair doesn’t know how to greet people and made me feel feel uncomfortable. Won’t return.

Bri Herrick

5/5

5 months ago

Made it to the trail late in the evening, but the fields and area was beautiful still; the lightening bugs were quite entertaining. Always looking for a great place to walk. Definitely will be back to enjoy a stroll, the bridge, the atmosphere, and the overall calm of this great hidden treasure.

Amy Dubois

5/5

3 weeks ago

A hidden gem in a quiet neighborhood with a calming stream.

Go go Gabriel

5/5

2 months ago

Nice shady park. Playground, open space, trail.

THE ONE THEY CALL WISE

4/5

3 months ago

Everybody's heard that the byrd is the word.

Magali S

5/5

9 months ago

Very nice park. Perfect for small birthday parties, a walk or just a play day with the kids.

Elena Virseda

4/5

10 months ago

It is a small neighborhood park, but there is also a walking trail around and children can ride their bikes or walking dogs. Other parents and people in the park are very nice.

Joshua Skelton

4/5

3 months ago

We took our kids ranging from 6-8 in age here. They had a great time. The water was a little swift but overall a great time. It would be a 5 star if not for the litter in the water. Please clean up after yourself!

viRt205

5/5

4 months ago

Peaceful and beautiful. Good for a good walk and bring your best friend Billy the dog.

Tonya Formby

5/5

4 months ago

Lovely small park with a paved walkway, a fenced dog park and steps down to the Cahaba River. It feels like a small cutout from Oak Mountain that was installed on the side of Overton Road. It’s such a nice pocket of nature so close to home!

Acacia Willey

5/5

a month ago

This is a real cool park that I almost passed up seeing because from the satellite view it looks like just a parking lot. That’s because it’s a short walking trail that leads to the monument. I’m from Nevada, visiting while on a cross country road trip. For those who don’t know, Nevada is desert country. We don’t have trials like this, which made the trail an exciting and unique experience on its own. There was a feeling of peace and calm as I walked and heard the crunching of the leaves. Something I’m sure locals to the area and neighboring states know well.

The walk took roughly 5 minutes to reach the monument. It was real cool to walk and see what each pillar represented. There was also a sacred room that listed each Alabamian who has served our county. I was hit with a strong sense of pride viewing this monument. America is great because of the sacrifices that so many have made. This Nevadan is proud and thankful to our veterans.

David Brown

5/5

2 months ago

Have toured the park before, but today I had to clear my head so I went to the park and truly discovered the commitment and cost of soldiers sacrifices and commitment to the state

Jeremy “Lucky” Jamison

3/5

3 months ago

Not much to do there especially if your alone kinda boring

Alison Rocco

5/5

2 years ago

I went there to volunteer harvesting vegetables. They are beautiful gardens!

Alice Thompson Moore

5/5

a year ago

Cecelia Watts

5/5

4 years ago