Birmingham Alabama Vulcan Statue

Vulcan Park and Museum    

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Aug 28, 2024
Very Unique Park Overlooking the city. We were staying close by so decided to check this park out and I am so glad we did, it is beautiful. It was $6 a person do see the museum and ride up to the top… Full review by aberfitchgr534
Aug 6, 2024
You still get charged full price with or without the museum. They should change that. But walking up (or choosing the elevator if you like) to the top was a lot of fun for my teenage sons to burn… Full review by Teammilitello
Aug 3, 2024
This is a great place to visit, with great views of Birmingham! There is a museum inside the visitor center that I would recommend going to-it tells the history of the statue, and gives a brief overv… Full review by Tara L

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Opened:1904

Questions & answers

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is there a elevator or just steps to get to the top?
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Yes, there is an elevator :-)
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What is the cost to ride the elevator to the observation deck?
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$6 for adults and that includes park
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Is there a restaurant in the vulcan?
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No. Just a gift shop.
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Would this be a good spot to stop for a picnic during a road trip? We only want to spend an hour and a half or so eating, …
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Would this be a good spot to stop for a picnic during a road trip? We only want to spend an hour and a half or so eating, stretching our legs, and exploring something new.
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Hi Lucrisha, you would have an enjoyable time at this location. There are picnic benches in the area. The View would be worth while also. Don't forget to bring your camera and you can …
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Hi Lucrisha, you would have an enjoyable time at this location. There are picnic benches in the area. The View would be worth while also. Don't forget to bring your camera and you can also go up inside the tower for an outstanding view of the city. this is also a wonderful location to sit and gather your thoughts. Hope this information is helpful. Enjoy your picnic and have a wonderful time. Doctor Marc PS 63:7
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Is this a safe area?
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Yes during the day
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Why Vulcan?
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Vulcan is the Roman god of fire and forge (a forge is a shop with a furnace where metal is heated and hammered out into useful items). City...
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