Hoover Travel Guide

Hoover is a Jefferson County city near Birmingham that boasts a population of 84,000 permanent residents. It has friendly residents, a rich history, and tons of fun things to do, as well as a healthy dose of Southern charm.

Things to Do in Hoover

Sports enthusiasts who visit Hoover can cheer on Hoover’s local high school football teams at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex, play outdoor basketball in Wildflower Park, or volleyball in Veterans Park. A few more of the outdoor activities offered in Hoover include hiking and walking the various nature trails of Blue Ridge Park and Trails, admiring the brightly colored flower gardens of Aldridge Gardens, or exploring the unpaved terrain of Moss Rock Preserve and Waterfalls, which features rocky cliffs, rock piles, and flowing waterfalls as well as a number of great places to stop for a picnic lunch. Taking things indoors, visitors can take a guided art lesson at Painting With A Twist, get a deep tissue or Swedish massage at Stellar Massage, enjoy a live music experience at Moonlight on the Mountain, or participate in an open mic night at StarDome Comedy Club.

Best Places to Stay in Hoover

The vacation rentals found in Hoover offer guests a home away from home to enjoy during their stay. They are not only charming, but also spacious and fitted with modern interiors. They come with complimentary internet and full kitchens, and are located in different areas of the city, each location offering a number of location-related benefits, beautiful scenery, and relaxation.

Best Time to Visit Hoover

The best time to visit Hoover is late Spring, as the weather is pleasantly warm but accommodation rates are low.

Food in Hoover

The food in Hoover is as diverse as the city’s population, offering a bit of everything. Pita Cafe specializes in Mediterranean dishes, Shonos Restaurant in Japanese, and Blue Pacific in Thai. Hoover is also home to pizza joints and American fast food locations such as Chick-fil-A and Arby’s.

Best Events in Hoover

Hoover, with its friendly residents and community spirit, hosts a number of annual events. The Christmas Tree Lighting, Hoover Hayride & Family Night, Pink Palace Casino, and High Country 5K.

Things to Do for Families in Hoover

Energetic families who visit Hoover can burn off some energy st the Sky Zone Trampoline Park- a large indoor trampoline facility that features dodge ball, fitness programs, trampoline sports, and free range bounce areas as well as snacks and refreshments. They can also make their way to Birmingham to spend the day at TreeTop Family Adventure, where they can go go-karting, play arcade and virtual reality games, play laser tag, and a variety of other great family-friendly activities that are guaranteed to get families up and moving.