4 days in Birmingham & Newport Itinerary

Birmingham may be one of America's most controversial cities.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Fri): get engrossed in the history at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, test your problem-solving skills at Breakout Games - Birmingham, and then get great views at Vulcan Park and Museum.

To find maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Birmingham trip planning site.

Atlanta to Birmingham is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or fly. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Atlanta to Birmingham due to the time zone difference. In September in Birmingham, expect temperatures between 87°F during the day and 66°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Sat) to allow time for travel to Newport.

With coastline on the west, south, and east, Newport is a maritime city with a rich history.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Sun): take a memorable drive along Ocean Drive Historic District, then examine the collection at The Breakers, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Cliff Walk, and finally take a memorable tour with Newport Helicopter Tours. Here are some ideas for day two: tour in style with a train tour, then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then steep yourself in history at The Elms.

To find more things to do, reviews, maps, and tourist information, go to the Newport planner.

Getting from Birmingham to Newport by flight takes about 8.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Birmingham to Newport. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Birmingham in September: high temperatures in Newport hover around 74°F and lows are around 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can travel back home.