Category Archives: Birmingham

In the heart of downtown Birmingham you can leave the busy vibe of the streets behind and recharge at Railroad Park. The premiere public green space in Magic City is a little slice of nature that a metropolis so desperately … Continue reading →

Filled with adventure and elements that scream Birmingham, a hike in Red Mountain Park is the perfect choice to get into nature during your vacation. There are 15 miles of trails, many of which are wide, flat, and accessible. The … Continue reading →

The city of Birmingham is always looking up to Vulcan, the Roman god of fire and forge. This is symbolic due to its past industry developing iron and steel, but also literal on account of the massive 56’ statue that … Continue reading →

Just outside the city of Birmingham is a preserve filled with wonder. A hike along the twelve miles of trails at Moss Rock Preserve unfolds constant excitement! The parking lot leads directly into the boulder gorge, a favorite place for … Continue reading →

One of the greatest things you can do for your senses in Magic City is stop and smell the roses at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The immaculate rose garden is just one of the dozens of unique gardens along the miles … Continue reading →

A good story brings us all together. Outside the Methodist Church in the popular Five Points neighborhood of Birmingham is an intriguing piece of public art. It attracts both children and adults with its inquisitive and exquisitely crafted animal figures. … Continue reading →

Don’t hang out under the bridge. Dark, seedy, and susceptible to derelict company, tunnels are a place most people walk through quickly with unease. One artist sought to change that notion. Bill FitzGibbons had his eye on a 1931 Art … Continue reading →

Have you ever eaten a hexagonal donut? The Heavenly Donut Co is known not only for their uniquely shaped and handcrafted donuts, but also their glorious flavor. If you’re dining in, the space is large and homey. There is a … Continue reading →

Where is the best chocolate chip cookie you’ve ever had from? I can comfortably say mine was at Church Street Coffee & Books in Birmingham, Alabama. I’m not alone in this sentiment. The ‘breakup cookies’ have a cult following. What … Continue reading →

Barbeque. Southern cuisine. Comfort food. Pure soul. You cannot miss eating at Saw’s Soul Kitchen while visiting Birmingham, Alabama. I was so excited to eat here and man, did this place deliver. After meticulously looking at the menu and the … Continue reading →