The best things to do in Hoover

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Rack Em Billiards

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Laid-back locale with pool tables and a bar, plus mini-golf and darts.

2613 Pelham Pkwy (Pelham)

“Laid-back locale with pool tables and a bar, plus mini-golf and darts.”

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Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema

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Nonprofit cinema showing independent films, plus documentaries, in cozy theaters.

1821 2nd Ave N (Birmingham)

“Nonprofit cinema showing independent films, plus documentaries, in cozy theaters.”

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Highland Park Golf Course

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Urban public golf course featuring a fun layout, pristine greens, and views of sunsets.

3300 Highland Ave (Birmingham)

“Urban public golf course featuring a fun layout, pristine greens, and views of sunsets.”

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Arlington Antebellum Home & Gardens

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Old 1840s home in Greek Revival style, with a storied collection of decorative art plus event space.

331 Cotton Ave SW (Birmingham)

“Old 1840s home in Greek Revival style, with a storied collection of decorative art plus event space.”

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John Lewis Mural

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Swing by the John Lewis Mural, a powerful piece by local artist Dewon Moton that channels the late congressman’s good-trouble spirit and…

1915 4th Ave N (Birmingham)

“Swing by the John Lewis Mural, a powerful piece by local artist Dewon Moton that channels the late congressman’s good-trouble spirit and nudges us to come together with purpose. A quick stop that hits you right in the civic pride, then sends you back into the week fired up.”

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Lucky Strike Birmingham

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Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

2908 Riverview Rd (Birmingham)

“Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.”

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RTJ Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley

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Facility along the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail offering 3 18-hole courses & vacation homes.

100 Sunbelt Pkwy (Birmingham)

“Facility along the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail offering 3 18-hole courses & vacation homes.”

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Breakout Games

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Clue-themed rooms at this chain facility challenge players to solve puzzles, decipher codes, and uncover clues to escape.

2717 19th Pl S (Homewood)

“Clue-themed rooms at this chain facility challenge players to solve puzzles, decipher codes, and uncover clues to escape.”

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The Wine Loft Birmingham - Events

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Upscale spot for wine by the glass or bottle served alongside eclectic tapas in a refined setting.

2200 1st Ave N Apt 100 (Birmingham)

“Upscale spot for wine by the glass or bottle served alongside eclectic tapas in a refined setting.”

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The Country Club of Birmingham

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Elegant private club featuring a golf course, tennis courts, a pool, food and a pro shop.

3325 Country Club Rd (Mountain Brook)

“Elegant private club featuring a golf course, tennis courts, a pool, food and a pro shop.”

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