Montevallo is located in Shelby County (Central Region), 30 miles south of Birmingham along Highway 19 near I65 placing as part of the Birmingham, Alabama metro area.
The city is full of historic sites and museums including the American Village,and the Aldrich Coal Mine Museum. These are excellent places for finding information about the city of the past. The Parnell Memorial Library is also a great place for students of the University of Montevallo to find study materials for all classes and needs.
The recreation of the city includes the Montevallo Golf Club, Orr Park, Brierfield Ironworks Park, Oak Mountain State Park, and the Bulldog Bend Canoe Park. These are great places for hiking, walking paths, picnics, or playing on the playground.