Top 10 kids-friendly things to do in Birmingham

1. Pokémon GO tour in Tuscaloosa

Two hours of guided Pokémon GO gameplay — explore Tuscaloosa while catching Pokémon, visiting Poké Stops, and battling at Gyms, with a personal golf cart driver included.

2. Birmingham area family attractions multi-pass

Multi-attraction pass for family-friendly spots in Birmingham, including the Zoo, Science Center, and State Parks.

3. Birmingham Civil Rights scavenger hunt

Self-guided scavenger hunt through Birmingham's Civil Rights history — solve puzzles and visit landmarks including the Statue of Liberty replica.

4. Wild Cave Adventure Tour in Bryant Mountain

Explore the depths of Bryant Mountain on a guided 4-hour cave tour, featuring underground waterfalls and unique formations.

“Wes guided an incredible tour! With family visiting, this turned out to be an extraordinarily unique experience. We were surprised by what we accomplished. This is something you will always remember, and it truly tests your limits.”— Cruiser46443240914

5. Civil Rights history walking tour in Birmingham

Two hours on foot — explore Birmingham's pivotal civil rights history, focusing on community, children, and church involvement.

“This tour was incredibly enlightening and easy to follow. It offered a great blend of historical context, current issues, and insights from local business owners. Overall, I had a fantastic experience, and Taylor was an outstanding guide.”— GaryK2351

6. Birmingham Civil Rights Walk of Freedom audio tour

Self-guided audio tour through Birmingham's key civil rights locations, featuring stories of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Children's Crusade Marches.

“This was an excellent tour that provided a thorough history of the Civil Rights Movement in Birmingham. The narration was impressive, and I appreciated the carefully chosen stops along the route.”— williammT5299MQ

7. Self-guided ghost walking tour of downtown Birmingham

Explore Birmingham's haunted history on a self-guided walking tour with GPS navigation, featuring ghost stories and music. No time limit to start.

“The guided tour was a fantastic experience and very affordable, highlighting some fascinating history about the area. The visit to the church felt a bit eerie that night, as none of the street lights were functioning.”— Charles_P

8. Extreme caving adventure in Birmingham

A half-day tour exploring unique underground destinations — waterfalls, fossils, and stream passages, with physical challenges including bouldering and crawling.

“The cave is truly incredible, offering a diverse range of features like slot canyons, waterfalls, ribbons, and countless fossils. We encountered several salamanders, crickets, and fish. Wes was a fantastic guide, demonstrating extensive knowledge of the cave and a deep commitment to its preservation. He also captures plenty of photos to share, which is helpful when it's tricky to use your camera. While the adventure was challenging, with some narrow passages and belly crawls, reaching the unique inner areas was immensely satisfying.”— TheresaHilary

9. Birmingham Hop On Hop Off driving tour

Self-guided tour through Birmingham Metro, visit over 10 attractions at your own pace, family-friendly.

“This tour is incredibly enjoyable and provides a fantastic opportunity to explore numerous attractions in Birmingham while also gaining insights into its history, all from the comfort of your vehicle. I highly recommend it to anyone who values independence in their tours or wants a COVID-safe experience.”— Eachone1

10. Holiday scavenger hunt in Birmingham with Holly Jolly Hunt

App-based scavenger hunt around Birmingham — find holiday-themed items, complete challenges, and track your scores against other teams.

“Getting started with the app was a bit tedious and took several minutes. While the app provided directions, they felt irrelevant to our experience. We opted for the Birmingham-specific scavenger hunt, but aside from the starting point, nothing felt tailored to the city. The AI chat support wasn’t helpful, and the initiation process was unclear. On the positive side, we enjoyed walking and appreciated the first 10-15 items on the list before my grandson lost interest. The price was reasonable, which was appropriate given the lack of depth and local relevance. We won't be doing this again.”— 42chuckt