Birmingham's only antebellum home pre-dated the city's founding in 1871. Arlington Antebellum Home is a fully restored Greek revival mansion built between 1845 and 1850 and set on beautifully-landscaped grounds. The mansion houses wonderful antiques and a collection of decorative arts from around the world. Truly a visit to a more genteel time. Two annual festivals, the Arlington Country Fair and Christmas at Arlington, are held here.

Gardens of roses, camellias, wildflowers, ferns and irises flourish in this quiet, panoramic setting. A Japanese garden and teahouse, serene in their simplicity, are high points of your tour. You will also find the largest greenhouse in the Southeast.