Reviewed by: Patience Itson
7 enchanting Bham locations that echo the Twilight Saga
Reading time: 4 minutes
This one’s for you Twilight lovers!
If you’re looking to emulate the ultimate Bella Swan vibes, look no further. Many locals would hardly peg The Magic City to be gloomy and have a small-town feel, but it has its moments and we are all for it.
Keep reading to find out seven great places that embody the Twilight Saga.
1. Avondale Brewing Co.
Avondale Brewing’s rustic charm reminds me of the small town of Forks, where Bella ends up moving to in the first film. I wouldn’t be surprised if I caught Sheriff Swan grabbing a stiff drink here.
Grab a cocktail and enjoy the charming and dreary vibes that Avondale Brewing emulates.
- Location: 201 41st St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
- Hours: Sunday-Wednesday Noon-10PM | Friday and Saturday Noon-Midnight | Thursday Noon-11PM
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2. The Lyric Theatre
The Lyric Theatre is reminiscent of Bella’s flashbacks when she was a child and took ballet classes. This graceful venue is full of classy shows in an intimate setting.
- Location: 1800 3rd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
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3. Red Mountain Park
“Hold on tight, Spider Monkey!”
This quote from Edward lives rent-free in my mind. All kidding aside, Red Mountain Park is the perfect place to hike and pretend you’re flying at full speed on Edward’s back.
Check out this beloved park featuring 16 miles of multi-use trails and over 1,500 miles of forested acres.
- Location: 2011 Frankfurt Dr, Birmingham, AL 35211
- Hours: Daily 7AM-7PM
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4. The Grand Bohemian
Have you ever wanted to stay at Edward Cullen’s luxurious house? Me too, you’re not the only one.
At The Grand Bohemian, you’ll experience experience both modern and Gothic architecture. The dark and elegant rooms might parallel the sophisticated atmosphere of the Cullen house in Twilight.
- Location: 2655 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223
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5. Cafe Dupont
Imagine Bella’s quaint but stylish retro high school or the small cafe where she and Edward eat spaghetti.
This special cafe embodies that vintage ambiance in Twilight and makes for the perfect place to grab a quick bite.
- Location: 113 20th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 5PM-9PM
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6. Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
The museum’s unique and fascinating collection evokes the vibes of when Charlie buys Bella her first truck.
This motorsport mania has over 1,200 motorcycles and race cars that will make you feel like you’ve been transported to a different world.
- Location: 6030 Barber Motorsports Pkwy, Leeds, AL 35094
- Hours: Monday-Saturday 10AM-6PM | Sunday Noon-6PM
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7. Sloss Furnaces
Sloss Furnaces has been haunting the souls of many ever since it became a historic landmark in 1981.
Deemed one of the most haunted places in Alabama, Sloss Furnace’s eerie and hauntingly beautiful settings share similarities with the abandoned house scene where Bella and Edward share moments of tension.
Sloss Furnaces has both guided and self-guided tours and is free and open to the public.
- Location: 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35222
- Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-4PM
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