Just a short drive from downtown Birmingham and you’ll find yourself in the small city of Tarrant. If you’re driving through, you might miss some of the most interesting parts of the city, so we gathered three fun things you should keep an eye out for.

1. Gallery VOX

rainy sunset — Sightseeing at Gallery VOX. (Summer Guffey / Bham Now)

vox gallery book signing in tarrant — Sightseeing at Gallery VOX. (Summer Guffey / Bham Now)

If you’re looking for emotive works of art, Gallery VOX is the way to go. From inspiring art from The Black Cherry Tree Project to their latest exhibit by Byron Sonnier, Gallery VOX always displays interesting art that involves the local community.

This gallery isn’t something you want to miss especially if you’re a local art enthusiast.

Location: 1623 Pinson St, Birmingham, AL 35217
Hours: Varies
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2. Bite

The newest addition to Tarrant should be on your must-go-to list. If you’re a fan of homestyle cooking, then Bite is your place. They serve up tasty queso-tacos, mozzarella pizza, bacon burgers and more. My mouth is watering already!

Location: 1521 Pinson Valley Parkway, Tarrant City, AL 35217
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11AM-7PM
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3. Tarrant Nature Park

Need a place for rest and relaxation? Tarrant Nature Park is a mini oasis amidst the busy downtown area. The park covers half a city block with labeled native and medicinal plants, so you can easily learn more about our natural ecosystem.

Also, history lovers will appreciate the iron gate that stands at the entrance reflecting the city’s industrial heritage.