Book a hotel near Birmingham Zoo, Birmingham

Every species has its own behaviors. At Birmingham Zoo, you will be able to see these first-hand, a fun activity for people of all ages.

To find it, travel approximately 80 miles (129 kilometers) from the state capital, Montgomery, until you get to Birmingham.

For uncomplicated access to Birmingham Zoo, reserve a room at one of the 11 accommodations that are within 2 miles (3 kilometers). Discerning travelers enjoy the Courtyard Birmingham Downtown at UAB, The Hotel Highland Downtown UAB and Aloft Birmingham Soho Square, 2 miles (3 kilometers), 1 mile (2 kilometers) and 0.8 miles (1.3 kilometers) away, respectively.

If you'd like to save a little bit of money for more important things in life, spend a few nights at one of the low-cost solutions in the surrounding neighborhoods. Some of your choices are the Candlewood Suites Birmingham/Homewood and the Comfort Inn Birmingham.

Live it up at the Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection, just 0.3 miles (0.5 kilometers) away. This is a fantastic place to experience life's finer things.

After your excursion to Birmingham Zoo, take a five-minute walk to The Kudzoo Café for a few snacks, a caffeine hit or an energizing drink. When you've really worked up a big appetite, Gardens Cafe is also close-at-hand, and is one of the finest places to enjoy dinner. If that isn't enough for you, stop for a relaxing drink at Habitat Feed & Social.

Other Things to Do Near Birmingham Zoo

• Birmingham Botanical Gardens is an interesting place for nature enthusiasts to spend the afternoon with its myriad trees, bushes, flowers and birds.
• Most visitors to this destination will hear about Vitola Fine Cigars at one point or another. That's how popular a store it is.
• Take a moment and kick a ball around in Vulcan Park and Museum, an urban oasis.
• Eager to spend some cash? The famous Three Sheets: A Linen Shop is a must-visit on many people's shopping schedules.
• A well-known local structure, Vulcan Statue is a commemoration of historical events inscribed in the minds of the local residents.