I love walking in this park. Free parking on the weekend. Beautiful park, highly recommend

This is a beautiful park in downtown Birmingham. I've been to several events here-concerts, festivals, nonprofit walks, and just for my walking pleasure. Years ago, I brought my students here on a field trip. There are healthy eating classes and workout classes offered in the warmer months. Check their FB page or website for exact times and dates. One of the coolest parts of this park is watching the trains go by. It's not called Railroad Park for no reason, lol. Parking can be tricky when there's an event being held here. But that's no fault of the park itself. There's nothing like a peaceful walk in the park and this park is the perfect place to do just that. Come visit! read more

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Spacious, beautiful and has lots of small creeks/runoffs that really add to the beauty! The restrooms were cleaner than I expected, although there wasn't any paper towels available. Air dry was the way! LOL There was a gentleman set up to take photos for Easter. He was charging $30 for 5 photos that he edited and airdropped to your phone. I was so glad he was there offering this service! I loved the nostalgia of the ice cream trucks being there! Expect to pay $3-5 for an ice cream nowadays. I remember asking my parents for CHANGE for the ice cream truck. And now I've aged myself adequately. read more

Such a nice park near downtown and was quite popular. Has plenty of seating options throughout with some covered under a roofed area. Lots of great walking path options with ponds and foliage throughout. read more

Enjoyed a beautiful Sunday at the park. The park was clean the atmosphere and scenery was good. The event was great for the kids and family, with plenty of food truck options. read more

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Yes nice place to take a walk or stand on the bridge and look over the city or just get a blanket and layout

I love a park and I love an orchestra! The lawn chairs that stay in my trunk came in handy yet again. Orchestra in the summer at railroad park was made for me and I just realized this was an annual event. Why didn't anyone tell me?! One of my pilates friends met me here after a work out for day one and we had such a great time. Day two (went alone) was cut short due to weather, however, the music was beautiful. We all were kicked out before intermission. I enjoyed day 3 (alone) from afar in case the weather wanted to act up again. Parking was a little chaotic for all days, but nothing a 10-15 minute walk couldn't fix. There were plenty of food trucks to choose from and alcoholic/non alcoholic beverages all available for purchase. Hundreds of people filled the park each day to support the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. Railroad Park tends to be well maintained in my experience. Several events are hosted here if you aren't the type to just go to a park for what one would typically frequent a park for. This is a great location to get those steps in, soak up some sun rays, read a book, walk you dog, throw a frisbee and just enjoy the outdoors for people of all ages who do simply enjoy a park being a park. read more

Railroad Park is still a nice place. It's age like we all have over the years. I love the outdoors doing this time of year because the foliage is beautiful! Things around RP have changed; primarily the restaurants. You can now grab a donut from HeroS across the street and go walk it off! I still really like railroad park. I just hate that I don't get to visit often. read more

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Railroad Park is one of the best in the city of Birmingham. It offers a wide range of clean outdoor space. There are public facilities available if a restroom break is needed. I love that it hosts community exercise events as well as family friendly gatherings and festivals. There is a walking trail with water front views, as well as room for bike riding and scooters. It's a great place to work out or gather with friends and family. read more

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Celebrating my HBCU's largest classic in America just keeps better. This Tailgate Festival has been one of the best events next to a win by Alabama A&M at the Magic City Classic. This years festival had an amazing line up. Too Short, SWV and Fantasia were fantastic. It will was terrific seeing an incredible number of people out having fun together without any incidents. The police we're out in affect. This festival was well organized. read more

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I love strolling through this park, it's always so nice and such a great little place that I never expected. The symphony plays there for free and that's always always a special treat for me. read more

Railroad Park is one of my favorite places in the city! I love coming here to ride bikes, do yoga, take a walk, or lay out on a blanket to watch the clouds. Some of my fav things are the winter ice skating rink and the ballet & symphony in the park events! The park is a few city blocks long and is directly across from Regions field, so you get to see firework displays during the season. There's usually plenty of security around, ice cream trucks, and a variety of food options in walking distance as well. There's a place for skaters, jungle gyms for kids, and a really big hill that's pretty fun to roll down! It really is Birmingham's front porch and I'm so glad to be able to use it to better connect with myself and community. read more

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Love this place! Parking can be a problem in the afternoon but the park is great! The location offers a great vibe and surrounded by a number of eateries and coffee houses. Check it out for a great workout spot or a nice chill date. read more

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Birmingham, Alabama has some cool parks and this one is one of my favorite ones. It is located in the downtown Birmingham area and makes maximum use of the land they are allotted. A very cool statue in the park is a mini and much more colorful version of Vulcan, the God of Fire, who has a significantly larger statue overlooking this amazing city which was built on the success on companies like Sloss Furnace. This park is a perfect respite from the rigors and stress of urban life, a place to just go and chill, maybe recharhe your batteries and shed the cloak of the modern world. If you are in Birmingham, I would recommend a visit here. read more

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I love Railroad Park! It's a perfect hub for building connection throughout the city. There are events and often vendors onsite. The length of the pavement around the park is perfect for running laps. You can go further down and visit the Rotary trail for and extended walk/run. Plenty of things to do and it's all pretty! read more

Me and my wife rode bikes, got lost, but besides, we had so much fun at the park It was very fun. Besides, my wife got Coca-Cola in the middle of it so fun I would recommend. read more

My first time at Railroad Park and we very much enjoyed our visit! The Alabama Symphony Orchestra was performing and it was brilliant! The weather was perfect for a night under the stars listening to an orchestra. We got in relatively quickly as it was a free show. There were a lot of people here! We brought our blanket and spread it out on the grass to listen to the show. It was crowded but not too bad where we couldn't spread out a bit. They had food trucks and plenty of places to get snacks. We were allowed to bring in a cooler with water and Cokes in it. The staff checking our things as we walked in were quick and friendly. There were plenty of portable restrooms as well as the ones at the facility. It's a very beautiful park and very clean from trash. There are several places within walking distance to get a drink or a meal. The only thing I found aggravating was the parking. There's only a limited number of street spaces available. We drove around for a good 20 minutes or so before finally finding a place to park. In all, it was a great show and a fun experience! Thanks!! read more

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I'm surprised I haven't reviewed this magnificent piece of Birmingham. This place is just so lovely and lively. It is a must stop for anyone visiting. Undoubtedly the most pedestrian and bike friendly places in Bham. When I think of the future of Birmingham and what it could be, I always mention this place. I can't wait for the pandemic to stop spreading so all of us can come back and gather to enjoy the festivities that occur here weekly. I have been to symphonies here and jazz shows and absolutely loved the atmosphere and look. It is next to the stadium and railroad and has numerous hallmarks and walkways. Lots of grassy areas and food trucks, perfect for chilling and spending times outdoors. Don't forget the bug spray & sunscreen, not too many shaded areas so come when the sun is low! Wear comfy shoes and bring a lawn chair! read more

I really like Railroad Park. Some of the best events are held here. Last night, I enjoyed Symphony in the Park and two months ago, I had a great time at March for Babies. There's a cooking class and many other interesting things to do. I love that the park has a no smoking policy. I also like the foliage and the grass is so green. Back when I was a part of the Pokémon Go craze, this park was a regular destination of mine. This is a nice park to hang out with family and friends. It's in a great location so you can walk to grab a coffee or food and have a picnic in picturesque place. The Birmingham Barons stadium and Good People Brewing is right across the street so it's a great area to have a good time. Oh...and even though I'm not a dog-lover, this park is dog-friendly. read more

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Railroad Park is a little park near downtown Birmingham. We stopped by for a walk around the park after visiting the nearby Negro Southern League Museum and were pleasantly surprised! What a great use of a large plot of land near downtown! The park isn't large, but it has walking trails (short but they can add up to about 2 miles if you do them all), water features (including a "Rain Curtain"), a skate area, outdoor gym equipment, play areas, a plaza, and more! It's a pretty area and well worth exploring if you find yourself in the area and want to stretch your legs! read more

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This was our first visit to Railroad Park's ice skating rink. We visited right after Christmas during the mid afternoon. It was packed. Thus parking was limited and we had to drive around. As we looked at the rink with all the people we wondered if there was any room to skate. Turns out that more people were standing around the edge so there was adequate room to skate. A separate building sells you the tickets (for unlimited time skating), but you have to go to take yourself and your wristband to an adjacent building where you swap your own shoes for a pair of skates. When you're done, you get your shoes back when you turn in your skates. A novel and clever idea I thought. As I mentioned it was a small skating rink compared to Pelham Civic Center. I was expecting it to be bigger. The entire rink is "elevated" so there are a few steps to climb. I'm guessing that the refrigeration magic occurs underneath the ice. As crowded as it was, there was still room to skate at a gingerly pace counterclockwise. There's no Zamboni so this was first time I observed how they resurfaced the ice manually. A young man skated across every inch of the surface pushing a large "scraper". Then they "spread" a thin layer of water across the ice. There is a small building at the venue that sells food ranging from burgers to gumbo. They have small tables and plenty of chairs scattered around the rink. I got 3 cups of hot chocolate on this cold day for $4 each. A little pricey I thought. Perhaps when I return I'll review some of their food. This outdoor ice skating is obviously seasonal and I think it's a wonderful option for Birminghamians to bring kids and families for a fun couple of hours. The Railroad Park venue is perfect. Before or after skating you can walk some trails, take in the sights with Region Field right next door, Good People Brewery and the lakes. If you visit during a typical day and not around a holiday, you'll have plenty of parking and much more room to skate. Either way you'll have a fun time! read more

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When you visit a new city, what is the moment or event or venue that begins to unlock the doors of your mind so you can appreciate where you are? I came to Alabama and Birmingham with a lot of baggage. I can't get my head around the incredibly polarizing politics and startling history. I had been driving around Birmingham when I stopped at Railroad Park. My brain suddenly threw those thoughts out the window as I walked around the park and saw joy on the faces of so many who reveled in this beautiful space. It was here at this moment that I would begin to realize that Birmingham had now become one of my favorite cities. read more

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Railroad Park is one of our favorite places in Birmingham. Whether you want to take a walk or jog, play with your kids on the playground, or just sit in the grass and have a picnic, this an incredible place to do it. You can frequently find fitness classes like Zumba or yoga, community events like festivals, Symphony in the Park, camp outs, outreach events, and more! In the winter they have an ice skating rink that's fun for the whole family! There's an on-site restaurant and frequent food or ice cream trucks. It's such a gorgeous spot. We even watched a wedding from afar once! Come check it out and bring the whole family! read more

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I can't believe I've never been to Railroad Park before! Great place in downtown to get out for a stroll or skateboard or dog walking. There's a nice amphitheater I'd love to come watch a show sometime. It's really nice and unfortunately a summer shower cut my time short here today. Will be back!! read more

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Fantastic place to go for a picnic, working out, or even photoshoots. This place encases what a Beautiful Birmingham area is. I have been here many times in the recent years, and I have enjoyed my time there every visit. I also appreciate how large it is, so plenty of perfect space to not be too close to others. The upkeep of the bathrooms is nice, as well as the area under the pavilion to enjoy food. This area is near the "rainbow" bridge as well as it's near a few good bars and food joints. Perfect place to take your bike, skates, or a picnic basket with a nice meal. read more

Great park! We really enjoyed walking around here. I was surprised at how well the park was designed. There are lots of water ways with plants all around and gold fish in the small streams. There is a large pond with huge koi in it. We were surprised how big they are! Super cool. There's a lot of open space here so it would be nice to have a picnic lunch. The one down side is that there is not a lot of shade so I don't think I would be coming here on a hot day! But we came on a cool day so we enjoyed walking the dogs around here. At night the park is nicely illuminated so it's pretty to see in the evening. I'm so glad we checked it out. I look forward to coming back. read more

Railroad Park - Looking down from bridge. Well fed koi! - Parks Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Railroad Park has done wonders for downtown Birmingham. It is a vibrant space that blends perfectly with the surrounding urban atmosphere. It's location near Regions Field only adds to the experience. It has a small lake, a pond, angulating hills, tall grass, ample seating areas, clean restrooms, and an outdoor gym area. Great beverage and dining options envelop the park and the Birmingham railroad station is just across the street, adding a rustic vibe to the park. Railroad Park is perfect for a walk, jog, or lounging and relaxing with friends and family. On warm days you will often see groups playing games or enjoying picnics. It is surprisingly tranquil, especially if you come in the mornings or afternoon. Downtown Birmingham has undergone some major changes in the last decade and Railroad Park has no doubt contributed substantially to this. If you are a local or even a visitor, I strongly recommend a brief stop in the park. It will surely impress with its well-maintained facilities, green spaces, and panoramic views of Birmingham. read more

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When I feel the need to become one with nature, I come to Railroad Park. I like that I can find parking and get my laps in while enjoying the calmness of the area. I love the view and the landscape of the overall park. I would recommend it for walks, runs, and the kids area looks inviting. read more

Railroad Park - 2019 Brrrmingham Winter Adventure in Railroad Park: Ready for Ice Slide! - Parks Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I was introduced to Railroad Park while doing a 5K for the American Heart Association. Railroad Park's address is 1600 First Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama 35233. It's a beautiful 19 acre green space venue adjacent to downtown Birmingham, AL. The park is where the old Birmingham railroad yards used to be. Plenty of trails run throughout Railroad Park - and another Rail Trail that goes 3/4 of a mile or the length of the park. The Park board controls Railroad Park, and the Board goes to the extra effort of protecting the resources - whether green grass and flowers, playground equipment or water features - the beautiful lake, wetlands, ponds, or streams. Make time to visit Railroad Park. It's worth a visit or choosing to attend an event there. read more

This park has an amazing atmosphere to walk, sit or have a picnic in. The views are nice, there's 3 bodies of water, you'll see ducks, turtles and fish. One is kind of like a waterfall. There are walkable eateries close by if you need a snack. The park does have two drink vending machines including water, sports drinks and soda. This place is family friendly as there is a spot just for kids. read more

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Great park! We walked the park one afternoon and then returned to the area the next day and there were food trucks and lots of vendors. We did not know anything was going on there, despite excessive research to find events/markets. So we ended up missing everything as everyone was packing up. The park was beautiful, lots of room to spread out, run/walk, workout, exercise equipment, and an amphitheater type establishment as well. read more

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A great place to walk if you can avoid the dog crap and homeless people. Recommend going in the morning when it's less walkers and dogs.

Railroad Park is a wonderful addition to the city of Birmingham. Being across the street from Regions Park and down the street from Good People Brewery, it is a convenient location and frequently visited by a lot of people. There are a lot of paved walking trails and green space for picnics, flying kites or throwing a football. And, if you don't want to sit on the ground, there are table and chairs. It is a great place to eat lunch on a sunny day. You will also find joggers, small children riding bikes and occasionally skateboarders. There are "bowls" for skateboarders to ride in. Sometimes there are special events in the park and they are open to the public. Sometimes the events are free and other times there is a cost. Visit their website to know what is going on. read more

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One of the best parks in Birmingham and a big part of the revitalization that took place several years ago. It's not a "deep in the woods" kind of park; rather, if you like the idea of walking on trails right in the middle of the skyline of downtown Birmingham and a more urban feel, this is the place. The location is super convenient right by the railroad (but still far enough from it) and very close to Regions Field, restaurants, Good People Brewing, etc. This is a great spot to bring your pets, sit down and relax by the water, have a picnic on the large greenspace, etc. They even have concerts from time to time outside and during the holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Years there is an ice skating rink available for a fee. Overall, a fun and beautiful place to walk around and enjoy the scenery of downtown Birmingham. read more

Simply put this park is Awesome! Paths that lead around the outside perimeter, trails that go by the water features that flow throughout the park, open grassy areas (picnic, Frisbee, etc), pavilion area for special events....this park really has it all. While we were there they were wrapping up a Cajun Cook off, which smelled amazing! During the summer they have music in the park. They set up an amphitheater type stage and the sound is really good. Nigh time is a great time to visit as well. Water that trickles down from a bridge has light effects illuminating off the water/pond area below. Ponds and water features are full of marine life (coy and turtles primarily) which add to the adventure, especially for kids. Great place to walk your dog and get a chance to socialize them with other dogs out for their afternoon walk. Love this place and will be returning throughout the summer. Hope to see you there! read more

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A great place to walk, bike, or jog. It's quiet, clean, and safe. Be sure to get there early to beat the heat read more

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One of those new city park/urban landscaping right near downtown Birmingham. It's well-kept and fairly modern. Even though it started to sprinkle a little and get dark out, there were people jogging, walking their dog, biking, etc. around the park. There's multiple trails, none of which are too long. Everything is out in the open with few trees, so you don't feel hidden in all the foliage. There's a few ponds and an artificial 'waterfall,' so you can get an excellent cityscape shot by the water. There's parking around the streets that surround the park. Wasn't busy at all for a winter evening. read more

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Railroad Park is one of the best investments Birmingham has made. I have been here so many times just to walk around or attend a free program (symphony in the park!!). My friends and I constantly reflect that Railroad Park has probably increased the sense of community and contributed to revitalizing downtown Birmingham. There are definitely more shops open around the area since its creation. I love that so many people benefit from Railroad Park. No matter when you visit, you can see families really enjoying their time together, people getting their fitness on, and others catching up with friends or practicing a new trick on their skateboard. I have also always felt safe no matter the time of day and I believe that people do try to take care of the area. Recently, because of COVID-19, a lot of the standard programming including the free exercise classes have been canceled. However, when I stopped by last week ~06/07/2020), I saw that BCBS had put up little signs throughout the park on mini exercises you can do (e.g., 10 squats, 15 jumping jacks, etc.). I think this is a really neat idea and hope the signs stay up for a while. I'll definitely have to return really soon and try to do them. I bring all of my out-of-state guests here at least once and hope it can continue to be a great place where people can just enjoy nature and the community Birmingham has to offer. read more

I am from out of town and read about this new(ish) park and thought I would check it out. Nice to have a park in the middle of the city. Great views of the city, waterfront, green space and tons of paths to run, walk, bike, etc. I felt safe when I went for a stroll yesterday even though I am not familiar with the area. I found free parking right along the park and it didn't seem too hard to get a spot. All kind of people were doing their own thing at the park (playing, reading, walking, running) and it was great to see people using it. There are a few different paths that all vary in length. There were lots of garbage and recycle cans throughout the park and the park was very clean which was refreshing. read more

Railroad Park - Parks Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I visit this park several times each year to take pictures of the skylines. When freight trains slowly run by the park, you can feel the rhythms of the old days... just pick a seat and relax. read more

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