Things to do in Hoover
What should a visitor do in Hoover? This list is built by readers, one pick at a time. Add the place you would take a friend.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are September to November. In January, March, April and July, rain makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Parks and sights near Hoover
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Jefferson State Community College 20 miles
- Samford University 6 miles
- Lawson State Community College 7 miles
- University of Montevallo 19 miles
- Miles College 9 miles
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Hoover actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known places to visit near Hoover?
University of Alabama at Birmingham (place, 9 miles), Jefferson State Community College (place, 20 miles), Samford University (place, 6 miles), Birmingham Museum of Art (museum, 10 miles) and Lawson State Community College (place, 7 miles) are among the parks and sights people know best within about 35 miles.
When is the best time to visit Hoover?
For comfortable weather, go in September to November, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Hoover: city profile, weather by month, ask a local.
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