Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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A motorcyclist's dream come true, this museum houses the world's largest collection of motorcycles and Lotus racecars with 1,000 vintage and modern motorcycles on display. In addition to the motorsports collection, The Museum houses the Barber Advanced Design Center. The Barber Advanced Design Center is an 11,000-square-foot hub for creation and design.
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- KristinaGreenville, South Carolina19 contributionsAmazing!!If our family could rate this 6/5 we would!! 🤯We have SO MANY pictures and memories to share!! It’s of course perfect for the motorcycle lovers, but also car lovers! If you’re like me & just want to explore new places, it’s still worth every penny of admission!Visited March 2023Traveled with familyWritten March 20, 2023
- Jordan B6 contributionsWell worth the tripBest of the area, Birmingham trip was highlighted by this great place, making collection of motorcycles, cars and other gear. It was payed out very well, it flowed around from level to level, watching a few cars go around the track was great. Would like to see some additional food options on site but don’t fault the museum at all, there are options available very close. We will returnVisited March 2023Traveled with familyWritten March 20, 2023
- Glendawpb213 contributionsPhenomenal collectionExceptional museum which displays a vast collection of motorcycles from various manufacturers as well as Indy cars and a large collection of lotus vehicles. The collection includes motorcycles from various periods of time. Each motorcycle has a plaque accompanying it, which provides specific details. A true motorcycle enthusiast could spend hours at this museum. Definitely a pristine collection. There is a a theater which has a short recurring film detailing the history of the museum & its beginning. I was fortunate enough to witness Porsche racing on the day that I was there. There is a walkover the track so you can view the cars racing. There are various races held at this complex throughout the year. Exquisite museum, thoroughly thought out with all vehicles displayed for the enjoyment of visitors. Thoroughly enjoyed this top-notch museumVisited April 2023Traveled soloWritten April 13, 2023
- Anonymous8551,712 contributionsWow! Great experience but hey, you guys need a cafeWe paid extra and took the guided tour and the docent was very good however, it went too long and we had to quit it early. The collection is amazing, the building beautiful and the track an extra bonus. I'm not necessarily a car/motorcycle buff but it was still delightful and the curated sections were well done. Worth the price.Visited July 2023Written July 18, 2023
- S MRochester, Minnesota56 contributionsBarbers Motorsport Museum.Anybody who has an interest in Motorcycle history, this is the place for you. I recently spent 3 hours in the museum and easily could have spent another. My only minor complaint was a wrong year sign on a 1972 Kawasaki S2, it was marked as a 73...to those of us who have ridden, owned, restored many of these bikes it was very minor error. The bikes are immaculate! there are many race cars as well and outboard motors hanging on a long hallway...Very cool. There was a track session as well when I was there, interesting to watch from a walkway bridge over the track. Take the time make the effort, visit this place!Visited September 2023Traveled with familyWritten September 9, 2023
- Wendy SLos Angeles, California105 contributionsOver 1800 motorcycles plus 2-300 race cars!!OMGoodness!! Motorcycles and racecars everywhere you look. Beautifully restored, ingeniously displayed. Examples of the earliest motorcycles ever built. Video recordings of Colin Chapman. Many Lotus racecars. We spent all day and would go again.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten November 12, 2023
- larryhackColumbus, Ohio143 contributionsVroom!This museum is a hidden gem. We have been to Birmingham numerous times to visit family and did not know about the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. We spent 2 1/2 hours at the museum and could have spent five hours. The museum itself is beautiful. It is designed with purpose and creativity to highlight the amazing vehicles on display. We were lucky enough to visit on a day when the track was hosting a Porsche Driving Experience class. We were able to walk out on the decks and overpasses to watch the cars while training. We will definitely return on our next trip to Birmingham.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten November 21, 2023
- DutchLaceHolland, Michigan753 contributionsMotorcycle OverloadCrazy the amount of motorcycles here. A few caes and boat motors. Surprised at the low number of motocross bikes. Found a few bikes we had as kids, which brought many great memories. Wish they had a V65. It wasn't busy, while we were here mid-week and we still spent more than 3 hrs enjoying ourselves. No real eats here, but restrooms are easily accessible.Visited January 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten January 12, 2024
- Elizabeth KSan Jose, California173 contributionsExtensive collection in a really nice facilityGreat museum for anyone interested in things with wheels! We spent a couple of hours walking through the exhibits and my kids (ages 9 and 10) were not bored at all! Beautiful facility, nicely laid out, friendly staff and well-stocked gift shop. Bridge over the track leads to some paths with sculptures, benches, water features, etc. Worth a walk around. Plan to spend lots of time here!Visited February 2024Traveled with familyWritten February 25, 2024
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Elizabeth K
San Jose, CA173 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
Great museum for anyone interested in things with wheels! We spent a couple of hours walking through the exhibits and my kids (ages 9 and 10) were not bored at all! Beautiful facility, nicely laid out, friendly staff and well-stocked gift shop. Bridge over the track leads to some paths with sculptures, benches, water features, etc. Worth a walk around. Plan to spend lots of time here!
Written February 25, 2024
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DutchLace
Holland, MI753 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
Crazy the amount of motorcycles here. A few caes and boat motors. Surprised at the low number of motocross bikes. Found a few bikes we had as kids, which brought many great memories. Wish they had a V65. It wasn't busy, while we were here mid-week and we still spent more than 3 hrs enjoying ourselves. No real eats here, but restrooms are easily accessible.
Written January 12, 2024
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Leon B
Colorado Springs, CO50 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
Absolutely a must see if you have even the slightest interest in motorcycles. This place has the best of the best and the displays are some of the most spectacular I have seen. Whether you are a bike enthusiast or not...this museum will not disappoint!
Written January 7, 2024
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larryhack
Columbus, OH143 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
This museum is a hidden gem. We have been to Birmingham numerous times to visit family and did not know about the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. We spent 2 1/2 hours at the museum and could have spent five hours. The museum itself is beautiful. It is designed with purpose and creativity to highlight the amazing vehicles on display.
We were lucky enough to visit on a day when the track was hosting a Porsche Driving Experience class. We were able to walk out on the decks and overpasses to watch the cars while training. We will definitely return on our next trip to Birmingham.
We were lucky enough to visit on a day when the track was hosting a Porsche Driving Experience class. We were able to walk out on the decks and overpasses to watch the cars while training. We will definitely return on our next trip to Birmingham.
Written November 21, 2023
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Wendy S
Los Angeles, CA105 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
OMGoodness!! Motorcycles and racecars everywhere you look. Beautifully restored, ingeniously displayed. Examples of the earliest motorcycles ever built. Video recordings of Colin Chapman. Many Lotus racecars. We spent all day and would go again.
Written November 12, 2023
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TennG78
Clarksville, TN123 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Their is a reason why this attraction is one of the top things to do in Birmingham. It's not a hidden gem - it's a must do for auto enthusiasts.
My wife and I visited on a one day trip to Birmingham in September of 2023. Upon entering and paying the admission fee I can only describe the museum as if it was a life-sized display of someone's Hot Wheels collection.
Be warned though that the museum is probably 90% motorcycles and similar 2-wheeled vehicles. I'm more of a car fan but was still blown away by the displays.
My wife and I visited on a one day trip to Birmingham in September of 2023. Upon entering and paying the admission fee I can only describe the museum as if it was a life-sized display of someone's Hot Wheels collection.
Be warned though that the museum is probably 90% motorcycles and similar 2-wheeled vehicles. I'm more of a car fan but was still blown away by the displays.
Written October 6, 2023
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S M
Rochester, MN56 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Anybody who has an interest in Motorcycle history, this is the place for you. I recently spent 3 hours in the museum and easily could have spent another. My only minor complaint was a wrong year sign on a 1972 Kawasaki S2, it was marked as a 73...to those of us who have ridden, owned, restored many of these bikes it was very minor error. The bikes are immaculate! there are many race cars as well and outboard motors hanging on a long hallway...Very cool. There was a track session as well when I was there, interesting to watch from a walkway bridge over the track. Take the time make the effort, visit this place!
Written September 9, 2023
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Billy S
Youngstown, OH3 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
This museum was fair at best. The name says vintage motorsports museum, however this is false. If it were “motorsports” there would be more of a variety at this museum. When I visited the museum it was 95% motorcycles/motorbikes.
I have been to motorsports museums across the nation and they all have a variety of Motorsports, including cars, bikes and sometimes trucks.
The majority of the slim amount of cars at this museum are not even in Motorsports, for example a plain black Ford Model T.
The few cars seen on social media outlets, such as newer Porsche 918 are able to be seen from the museum’s multiple floors, but are located in the basement which is not accessible with the personal tickets. Only used for private events or track days and that was no where on the website nor online. This information was not given to us when purchasing the tickets. Not mention the outrageous price is $22 a person for a museum that is not truly all Motorsports.
I personally will not be coming back to this museum, if you love motorcycles/motorbikes then this is your museum, but if you are more interested in cars then I would not waste the money here.
If you want to specialize in motorcycles, then don’t call your museum “motorsports”.
Cars below in the photos are some of the vehicles that we could not access… as you can see they are some unique vehicles, that I would have liked to have seen closer…. Bummer
I have been to motorsports museums across the nation and they all have a variety of Motorsports, including cars, bikes and sometimes trucks.
The majority of the slim amount of cars at this museum are not even in Motorsports, for example a plain black Ford Model T.
The few cars seen on social media outlets, such as newer Porsche 918 are able to be seen from the museum’s multiple floors, but are located in the basement which is not accessible with the personal tickets. Only used for private events or track days and that was no where on the website nor online. This information was not given to us when purchasing the tickets. Not mention the outrageous price is $22 a person for a museum that is not truly all Motorsports.
I personally will not be coming back to this museum, if you love motorcycles/motorbikes then this is your museum, but if you are more interested in cars then I would not waste the money here.
If you want to specialize in motorcycles, then don’t call your museum “motorsports”.
Cars below in the photos are some of the vehicles that we could not access… as you can see they are some unique vehicles, that I would have liked to have seen closer…. Bummer
Written August 14, 2023
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Dan A
Alpharetta, GA1,030 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
This museum contains the most unbelievable collection of Motorsports vehicles and associated item you can imagine. The museum is located in a gorgeous setting and is immaculate throughout! I highly recommend this museum.
Written August 8, 2023
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Nomadic_Gemini
Birmingham, AL248 contributions
Aug 2022 • Business
This is the #1 place to visit if you are around Birmingham. I’m not even a race car or motorcycle person but this place is one of a kind.
Written July 27, 2023
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Are mobility scooters allowed in the museum?
Kristina
Greenville, SC19 contributions
Yes! Absolutely!! There are ramps for accessibility!
Can you buy tickets at the door or do you have to order them ahead of time if you just want to walk through the museum?
aberfitchgr534
Bolivar, OH1,462 contributions
You can buy them at the door, i think you can save a few dollars purchasing them online ahead of time
Lacky888
Bor, Serbia14 contributions
Are they pet friendly, or do they have some kennel for my dog?
bullfrogbend
Birmingham, AL101 contributions
Pets are not allowed in the museum.
I’m sure there is some accommodation for service pets but I would imagine those would require valid credentials prior to entering.
It may be best to check with the museum staff prior to visiting.
Are there any special deals, like 15% off days, or any coupons?
Tim and Lily
Birmingham, AL214 contributions
I’m not aware but I do believe they give senior citizen and military discount. I also have seen deals on Groupon also.
amyallen23
Lamar, MS
Do you have any ATC’s on display?
C490TTlizc
Toronto, Canada63 contributions
I don't remember any so if they do, it's only a few.
How long to allow for visiting?
Paul T
Nacogdoches, TX20 contributions
Depends on you. Get your moneys worth. There are a couple options, TOUR which will take you to the lower levels where they do the restoration and then General type where you can just roam the museum but you will not have access to the lower levels. We spent about 4 hours checking out the bikes and other displays. But it still just revolves around how much time you want to spend. We spent around 6 hours roaming around and could have spent longer. Like any history museums it is a spectator event and time spent is totally up to you and what you want to see and review. 3 floors to see on the general admission. Many of the items are legendary in the world of motorsports. Evolution of the motorcycle world and many cars. There is also auto race course on a real track where you can participate
Can I park my RV while I visit
Ignatius56
Florida55 contributions
It's an enormous parking area at Barber's. Unless you're hoping to camp there overnight, I can't imagine that parking your R/V would present any kind of problem.
Brittany D
Hamburg, NY2 contributions
How much is it?
BarberMuseum
Birmingham
Hi! Thank you for your interest in visiting the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. The cost is $15 per person, $10 for children. For more information please visit our website.
Marshall D
Memphis, TN
Do you have wheelchairs available
BarberMuseum
Birmingham
Good morning! We do have 2 wheelchairs for use but they are first come, first serve. When you arrive, ask the front desk if they would be able to get it for you.
DnAMobile
Mobile, AL5,075 contributions
Is this something young children (he loves cars but is only 2 1/2) would be able to enjoy with a family or would we be pushing our luck?
cem44
Birmingham, AL85 contributions
My guess is that he would be interested for a while, but only for a while. I'd wait until he's 4 or 5 before considering it.
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