If you’re in Tuscaloosa or Northport for a game weekend, a move-in or a hospital stay, this guide shows where to find what you need, organized by ZIP code. The two hospital emergency rooms are DCH Regional Medical Center (35401) and Northport Medical Center (35476). The main post office is at 1313 22nd Avenue (35401). Local restaurants cluster downtown in 35401 and along McFarland Boulevard.
Everything below is listed with its street address and ZIP code so you can match it against the ZIP code map. One thing that surprises visitors: as of October 15, 2026, we could not confirm a single 24-hour pharmacy or 24-hour Walmart in Tuscaloosa or Northport. Every local Walmart lists 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., so plan late-night errands accordingly.
Where is the nearest emergency room in Tuscaloosa?
Tuscaloosa and Northport have two 24/7 hospital emergency departments, both run by DCH Health System. We found no freestanding ER in the area. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
| Facility | Address | ZIP | Emergency room? |
|---|---|---|---|
| DCH Regional Medical Center | 809 University Blvd. E., Tuscaloosa | 35401 | Yes, 24/7 |
| Northport Medical Center (DCH) | 2700 Hospital Dr., Northport | 35476 | Yes, 24/7 |
| Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center | 3701 Loop Rd. E., Tuscaloosa | 35404 | No. The VA states it does not have an emergency room; enrolled veterans can use a weekday walk-in Sick Call Clinic |
| Bryce Hospital | 1651 Ruby Tyler Pkwy., Tuscaloosa | 35404 | No. State inpatient psychiatric hospital, not a general ER |
| UA Student Health Center | 750 5th Ave. E. (University Medical Center building) | 35401 | No. Clinic for UA students; weekday hours |
Visiting someone at DCH? The hospital sits on University Boulevard East just east of the UA campus, so game-day traffic can slow the drive. The commute guide covers the bridges and main routes between the two hospitals.
Where can I find urgent care in Tuscaloosa and Northport?
Urgent care clinics are spread across every main ZIP code, so there’s usually one within a short drive. Hours change often; check with the clinic before you go.
| Clinic | Address | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| AFC Urgent Care Midtown | 710 15th St. E., Tuscaloosa | 35401 |
| Crimson Urgent Care (Veterans) | 1718 Veterans Memorial Pkwy., Tuscaloosa | 35404 |
| AFC Urgent Care Tuscaloosa (Hwy 69) | 9070 AL Hwy. 69 S., Tuscaloosa | 35405 |
| ExperCARE Tuscaloosa-South | 5005 Oscar Baxter Dr., Tuscaloosa | 35405 |
| ExperCARE North River | 4960 Rice Mine Rd. NE, Tuscaloosa | 35406 |
| Crimson Care / First Care | 1251 McFarland Blvd. NE, Tuscaloosa | 35406 |
| Urgent Care for Children (pediatric only) | 4700 Rice Mine Rd. NE, Tuscaloosa | 35406 |
| ExperCARE Tuscaloosa-North | 3909 McFarland Blvd., Northport | 35476 |
AFC addresses come from AFC’s own location list. The ExperCARE and Crimson Care addresses come from a clinic directory, so confirm them by phone. Older listings for “MedCenter” urgent care are outdated; ExperCARE bought those clinics in 2024.
Is there a 24-hour pharmacy in Tuscaloosa?
We couldn’t confirm one. Some directories still list the Northport CVS and Walgreens as 24-hour, but both chains’ own store pages show late-evening closing times. The Walgreens at 3107 Lurleen B. Wallace Blvd. in Northport (35476) is open until 10 p.m. The CVS at 1910 McFarland Blvd. in Northport (35476) lists store hours until midnight and pharmacy hours until 10 p.m. on weekdays.
Other Walgreens locations: 521 University Blvd. E. (35401), 4400 University Blvd. E. (35404), 8701 Hwy. 69 S. (35405) and 1520 McFarland Blvd. N. (35406). After the pharmacies close, the hospital emergency rooms above are the 24-hour option for urgent medical needs.
Where are the post offices and mail drop boxes in Tuscaloosa?
There are three full-service post offices in the area: Tuscaloosa Main (35401), Skyland (35405) and Northport (35476). The Alberta City station closed in 2011. Directory listings show the Main and Skyland lobbies open around the clock for PO box access and self-service, but check with USPS before counting on it.
| Location | Address | ZIP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa Main Post Office | 1313 22nd Ave., Tuscaloosa | 35401 | Full retail counter; lobby listed as 24/7 |
| The UPS Store (University Blvd.) | 1130 University Blvd., Ste. B9 | 35401 | Open 7 days; near campus |
| FedEx Office Print & Ship | 2374 McFarland Blvd. E., Tuscaloosa | 35404 | FedEx drop-off and printing |
| Skyland Post Office | 3201 Skyland Blvd. E., Tuscaloosa | 35405 | Full retail counter; lobby listed as 24/7 |
| The UPS Store (Southview Ln.) | 1105 Southview Ln., Ste. 103 | 35405 | UPS drop-off and packing |
| Northport Post Office | 4200 McFarland Blvd., Northport | 35476 | Full retail counter; Saturday hours |
Blue USPS collection boxes: the fastest way to find the nearest drop box and its last pickup time is the USPS Location Finder. Set the location type to “Collection Boxes” and enter a ZIP code. Every post office above also has outdoor or lobby drop slots. Mailing to someone at UA? Campus mail uses its own ZIP. See UA ZIP code 35487 and the PO box ZIP codes guide.
Where should I eat in Tuscaloosa? Local restaurants by ZIP code
Downtown Tuscaloosa (35401) has the densest cluster of local restaurants, most within walking distance of each other along Greensboro Avenue and University Boulevard. Barbecue is the local signature: the original Dreamland is in 35405 and the original Archibald’s is in Northport (35476).
| Restaurant | Food | Address | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rama Jama’s | Diner by Bryant-Denny Stadium | 1000 Paul W. Bryant Dr. | 35401 |
| Glory Bound Gyro Co. | Gyros, Mediterranean | 1301 University Blvd. | 35401 |
| The Waysider | Southern breakfast | 1512 Greensboro Ave. | 35401 |
| Big Bad Breakfast | Southern breakfast and brunch | 520 19th Ave. | 35401 |
| Taco Mama | Tacos, Tex-Mex | 2104 University Blvd. | 35401 |
| Avenue Pub | Gastropub | 2230 University Blvd. | 35401 |
| DePalma’s Italian Cafe | Italian | 2300 University Blvd. | 35401 |
| Chuck’s Fish | Seafood, sushi, steak | 508 Greensboro Ave. | 35401 |
| Wright’s Restaurant | Southern meat-and-three (Alberta) | 3750 University Blvd. E. | 35404 |
| Baumhower’s Victory Grille | Wings, sports bar | 500 Harper Lee Dr. | 35404 |
| Full Moon Bar-B-Que | Barbecue | 1434 McFarland Blvd. E. | 35404 |
| Dreamland BBQ (original) | Hickory-smoked ribs | 5535 15th Ave. E. | 35405 |
| Baumhower’s Victory Grille (South) | Wings, sports bar | 4251 Courtney Dr. | 35405 |
| Southern Ale House | Southern | 1530 McFarland Blvd. N. | 35406 |
| Evangeline’s | Upscale Southern | 1653 McFarland Blvd. N. | 35406 |
| Avenue Pub Northbank | Gastropub | 1491 Northbank Pkwy. | 35406 |
| Archibald’s (original) | Barbecue | 1211 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Northport | 35476 |
| City Cafe | Southern meat-and-three | 408 Main Ave., Northport | 35476 |
| Southern Ale House Dockside | Southern, on Lake Tuscaloosa | 15129 Marina Dr., Northport | 35475 |
Restaurants open, close and change hours, especially around football season. We left off places we found had closed, including Wilhagan’s and the Cypress Inn. Check hours before you go. For more downtown context, see the downtown Tuscaloosa guide and historic downtown Northport.
Where are the grocery stores in Tuscaloosa and Northport?
Every main ZIP code has at least one full grocery store. Publix has five locations, and there are two Walmart Supercenters, one in Tuscaloosa (35405) and one in Northport (35476). There’s no Whole Foods in Tuscaloosa; the nearest ones are in Birmingham.
| Store | Address | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Publix (University Town Center) | 1190 University Blvd. | 35401 |
| Target | 1901 13th Ave. E. | 35404 |
| Publix (Capital Market Center) | 1101 Southview Ln. | 35405 |
| Walmart Supercenter | 1501 Skyland Blvd. E. | 35405 |
| Walmart Neighborhood Market | 4201 Hargrove Rd. E. | 35405 |
| Walmart Neighborhood Market | 8600 Hwy. 69 S. | 35405 |
| Publix (Shops of Lake Tuscaloosa) | 4851 Rice Mine Rd. NE | 35406 |
| Publix (Northwood Crossings) | 2300 McFarland Blvd., Northport | 35476 |
| Walmart Supercenter | 5710 McFarland Blvd., Northport | 35476 |
| Publix (Bristol Park) | 13556 Hwy. 69 N., Northport | 35475 |
Other errands: driver licenses, car tags, libraries and airports
- Driver license (ALEA): 2645 Skyland Blvd. E. (35405). Weekdays, closed for lunch; tests aren’t started late in the afternoon.
- Car tags and registration (Tuscaloosa County License Department): main office at 2501 7th St., Ste. 100 (35401); Skyland office at 1514 Skyland Blvd. E. (35405); Northport office at 3500 McFarland Blvd. (35476).
- Public library: Main Library at 1801 Jack Warner Pkwy. (35401) and Weaver Bolden Branch at 2522 Lanier Ave. (35401). Northport has no staffed branch, only book-vending machines at City Hall and the Faucett Brothers Activity Center.
- Flying in: Tuscaloosa National Airport handles private and charter flights only; it has had no scheduled airline service since 1997. Most visitors fly into Birmingham-Shuttlesworth (BHM), about 64 road miles away via I-20/59.
Frequently asked questions
Which hospital in Tuscaloosa has an emergency room?
DCH Regional Medical Center, 809 University Blvd. E. (35401), and Northport Medical Center, 2700 Hospital Dr. (35476), both run 24/7 emergency departments. The Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center does not have an emergency room.
What ZIP code is DCH Hospital in?
DCH Regional Medical Center is in 35401. Northport Medical Center is in 35476.
Is there a 24-hour Walmart or pharmacy in Tuscaloosa?
Not that we could confirm as of October 15, 2026. Local Walmart Supercenters list 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., and the area’s latest-closing pharmacies close by 10 p.m. or midnight.
Where is the main post office in Tuscaloosa?
The Tuscaloosa Main Post Office is at 1313 22nd Ave. (35401). Skyland (3201 Skyland Blvd. E., 35405) and Northport (4200 McFarland Blvd., 35476) are the other full-service offices.
How do I find a USPS drop box near me in Tuscaloosa?
Use the USPS Location Finder, choose “Collection Boxes,” and enter your ZIP code. It shows each box’s location and last pickup time.
Facts in this guide were checked against the sources below on October 15, 2026. Hours, addresses and businesses change; confirm with the source before relying on them, and call 911 in an emergency.
Sources
- DCH Health System — Emergency services (accessed October 15, 2026)
- DCH Health System — Locations (accessed October 15, 2026)
- VA — Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Alabama Department of Mental Health — Bryce Hospital (accessed October 15, 2026)
- University of Alabama — Student Health Center (accessed October 15, 2026)
- AFC Urgent Care — Alabama locations (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Solv — Tuscaloosa urgent care directory (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Levin Associates — ExperCARE purchases MedCenter Urgent Care (accessed October 15, 2026)
- CVS — 1910 McFarland Blvd., Northport (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Walgreens — 3107 Lurleen B. Wallace Blvd., Northport (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Walgreens — Tuscaloosa store locator (accessed October 15, 2026)
- USPS — Location Finder (accessed October 15, 2026)
- ABC 33/40 — Alberta City post office closing (accessed October 15, 2026)
- The UPS Store — 1130 University Blvd. (accessed October 15, 2026)
- UPS — Tuscaloosa locations (accessed October 15, 2026)
- FedEx Office — 2374 McFarland Blvd. E. (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Visit Tuscaloosa — Best restaurants (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Visit Tuscaloosa — Best BBQ (accessed October 15, 2026)
- West Alabama Chamber — Restaurant directory (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Chuck’s Fish — Tuscaloosa, Big Bad Breakfast — Tuscaloosa, Avenue Pub, DePalma’s, Glory Bound Gyro Co., Baumhower’s, Southern Ale House (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Tuscaloosa Thread — Wilhagan’s space reopens as Hunt Club (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Publix — Tuscaloosa and Northport store pages (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Walmart — Tuscaloosa Supercenter and Northport Supercenter (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Target — Tuscaloosa (accessed October 15, 2026)
- ALEA — Tuscaloosa County driver license office (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Tuscaloosa County — License Department (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Tuscaloosa Public Library — Locations and hours (accessed October 15, 2026)
- AirNav — Tuscaloosa National Airport and Visit Tuscaloosa — Getting here (accessed October 15, 2026)
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