Tuscaloosa city in west central part of Alabama is the seat of Tuscaloosa County that is the second-largest county in the state. Located by the banks of Black Warrior River, it is the fifth-largest city in Alabama. Port of Tuscaloosa is a river port located here and administered by the Alabama State Port Authority.
The six major areas of Tuscaloosa are West Tuscaloosa, Midtown, Downtown Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama, Alberta City, and Northport. It is home of the University of Alabama that remains the dominant economic and cultural force for the city. Numerous performing arts organizations are active in the Tuscaloosa area.
Despite its image as a college town, Tuscaloosa has a diversified economy based on all sectors of manufacturing and service. It is the regional center of industry, commerce, healthcare, and education for West Alabama. Health-care and education serve as the cornerstone of its service sector. The downtown area used to be the main retail area until the opening of McFarland and University malls.
A former capital of Alabama, Tuscaloosa named for the Choctaw chieftain Tuskaloosa, experiences a typical Southern subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Known as the "Druid City" for the numerous Water oaks planted in its downtown streets since the 1840s, the city offers entertainment and cultural offerings in its revitalized downtown.
- Attractions in Tuscaloosa City
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