3 Best Places To See in Birmingham, AL

“Birmingham Zoo aims to provide animal care workers, both volunteers and professionals, with training, professional development, and conservation resources. The zoo is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including tigers, rhinos, giraffes, sea lions, orangutans, jaguars, Asian elephants, and endangered species from six continents, making it Alabama's top attraction. The zoo is committed to promoting concern for the natural environment and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) as a private, non-profit organization. Every Tuesday, admission is half-price, and the zoo’s mission is to educate and inspire as animal caregivers, educators, and conservationists. Infants can also enter for free.”

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“Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is a contemporary, glass-enclosed facility that houses over 1,200 motorcycles and race cars. The museum is world-renowned for its extensive collection of vehicles. It showcases more than 900 motorcycles on display, with a total collection of over 1,600 motorcycles, some of which are kept in storage. Visitors can explore the entire collection by purchasing the Premium Museum Tour, which includes access to the Restoration Level. Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is an exceptional destination for vehicle enthusiasts. The museum offers a unique experience that no other museum can match.”

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“Birmingham Botanical Gardens contains the most extensive public horticulture library in the U.S. The gardens feature conservatories, a wildflower greenhouse, two rose gardens, the Southern Living Garden, and Japanese gardens with a traditional tea house. In 2016, USA Today rated Birmingham Botanical Gardens as one of America’s top three free attractions. This 67-acre urban oasis offers stunning blooms, specialty gardens, and year-round opportunities to cultivate your green thumb. The peaceful setting is home to two dozen unique garden spaces, original outdoor fountains and sculptures, miles of walking paths, and endless opportunities to learn and explore. Birmingham Botanical Gardens boasts over 12,000 different plants in its living collections. It is a mission-driven membership organization dedicated to protecting, nurturing, and sharing the wonders of the Gardens.”

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