Vulcan Park and Museum

Come see the Magic City from Vulcan's view. Atop Red Mountain on a 124-foot pedestal, the world''s largest cast iron statue overlooks the city of Birmingham. The park grounds and observation tower surrounding Vulcan offer breathtaking panoramic views of downtown Birmingham and the area��� an idea...

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    (205) 933-1409

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    visitvulcan.com

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    Scenic Lookout

Address

1701 Valley View Dr (at Valley Ave) Birmingham , AL 35209 United States

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Clint Lee

The park is free to visit during the day if you don't want to visit the museum . Wifi access is free and fast, too. So this makes for a good spot to relax, enjoy the views , and get some work done.

Jon Darveau

Very nice park with sweeping scenic views of Birmingham along with some interesting history on the industry of the area

Laura Wong

Honestly paying for the museum and to go to the top of the statue isnt really worth the $7. But the park is a nice stroll and has a great view of Birmingham . Good place for a picnic on a nice day.

Kt Segrest

The museum was nice and interesting. They observation tower has a great view !! But beware that the observation tower floor is grated and you can see through it.

Benjamin Maxwell

Beautiful hidden gem , but don't look straight down when on the viewing platform ! Only $4 a person.

Laken Berry

Super fun riding to the top & looking out. So beautiful & worth the price. The museum was interesting too.

Caroline Littleton

The view is amazing! On side you can see the entire city and the other you can see rural land for miles.

Paula Madeira

Best view in town and the museum is very interesting.

Amanda Lowery

Breath taking view if the Birmingham skyline. Great trails and excellent getaway for a few hours.

AL.com

As the world's largest cast-iron statue , Vulcan, the Roman god of the forge, is an iconic symbol of Birmingham offering beautiful panoramic views of the city . Read more

Conrhonda Baker

On July 4th, Vulcan Park & Museum will be open to the public @ 10am and close @ 6pm. At this time, the entire park grounds and parking lots will be cleared out and closed for safety purposes. Read more

Cory Decareaux

You can almost always catch the most spectacular views here!

Regions Bank

Birmingham, AL is the only place in the world where iron ore, coal and limestone - the three main raw materials used in making steel - are found naturally.

Go Poncho

The Statue of Liberty equivalent of Birmingham. I recall stellar fireworks behind Vulcan on 4th of July.

Go Poncho

It served as a reminder of traffic hazards lifting a red light whenever there had been a fatal traffic accident and green if none during the day.

Plwm Bwm

Great views over Birmingham. Try to walk up the steps for some exercise

Brian Alexander

First time ever,me being here! Always would see the Vulcan statue from the highway!

Matthew Wood

If you come to Birmingham you must come see the city from Vulcan

Robert E

Beautiful view of the city

Carson Stalnaker

One of the longest basketball shots in history was made here....search YouTube "Vulcan Basketball Shot" to see the video!

Alyssa Szymanski

Go at night and park in the back parking lot . Hop over the gate and the perfect benches await you.

Ryan

Get up in the Vulcan for $6...$3 between 6pm til 10pm. The view is gorgeous. There"s also a museum and gift shop .

Nadya Noodle

great city view

Gma "Shell" Swagga

It's really a great family oriented place.

FitCities

This is a great park to walk around with plenty to look at.

Scott Cagle

Beautiful at night!!!

JoAnn

Wonderful place to take family!!

S.W

Great view of the city

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Karen Williams

Great day to go visit The Vulcan!

Steven Eb

Hours says 10p on Sunday but museum doesn't open until 1p.

Leslie Elledge Moon

Great view of the city !

Latonia Nettles

The view was ok. It's worth going to not much to do other than look ????

Shawn Plunket

Great place to see all downtown B'ham. It is a must if you have been!

Robyn Sirmans

Since you're so close, come a bit further and visit me at Alabama's 13 News :-)

Kristen Miller

Great view

Conrhonda Baker

An important public service announcement from Vulcan about Alabama Gives Day! Read more

James Gilbreath

Go to Vulcan between 6-10 PM and enjoy a panoramic night view of Birmingham .

Jeff Brodsky

Cool spot to check out

Pam S.

Buns over B'ham.

Jack Sizemore

Cool & Colton is a idiot

Crawford Miller

Watch for the moon over Homewood.

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