Alabama State Capitol building in Montgomery, Alabama.

Montgomery

Explore Alabama's capital, Montgomery, a city steeped in Civil Rights Movement history. Discover historical sites that pay homage to this pivotal era, or nestle amidst top Montgomery hotels to indulge in the vibrant arts and entertainment scene. Catch a family-friendly Biscuits baseball game before taking a stroll along the scenic Alabama Riverwalk or enjoying a boat ride at Montgomery Riverfront Park.

Enjoy nearby cities like Alexander City, Prattville and Selma.

Alabama State Capitol building in Montgomery, Alabama.

The Rosa Parks Museum and Children’s Wing

The Rosa Parks Library and Museum, affiliated with Troy University, is a state-of-the-art facility that commemorates Rosa Parks, the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." The museum provides an interactive, multimedia experience, depicting the events that ignited the Montgomery Bus Boycott and fueled the civil rights movement in Alabama and throughout the nation.

Explore Rosa Parks’ Legendary Life
I knew someone had to take the first step, and I made up my mind not to move.

Explore Montgomery

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Explore Alabama’s Mural Trail: A Journey...

Alabama’s Mural Trail has become a significant attraction, drawing tourists who embark on road trips across the state to discover these artistic gems.

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Travels With Darley: The Alabama for Foo...

It’s the Year of Alabama Food, and Darley Newman of Travels With Darley has embarked on a two-part series exploring the great eats in Central and South Alabama.

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An Alabama (Travel) 2024 Bucket List

The new year is quickly approaching and so is the time for planning exciting trips and lots of fun adventures in the coming year. We invite you to embark on a journey through the heart of the Deep South as we unveil Alabama’s captivating travel bucket list for 2024.

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Road Trip Through History

Montgomery, Alabama, attracts visitors with its rich history and vibrant culture with a tapestry of civil rights landmarks. Visiting this Southern city promises a captivating experience that blends the old with the new.

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Show the Love for Alabama’s Restaurants ...

Alabama’s culinary expertise will be on display when Restaurant Week kicks off on Aug. 18. This culinary event showcases an appreciation of Alabama’s diverse cuisine over a two-week period from Aug. 18-27.

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Civil Rights: Tracing Selma to Montgomer...

After winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 and in 1965, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. began focusing his attention on Black voter registration in Selma, Alabama.

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How to Get There

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Montgomery is a nexus of travel convenience, strategically located at the intersection of Interstates 65 and 85. The city is further complemented by a selection of essential highways, including Highways 230, 31, and 80.
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The Montgomery Regional Airport is located southwest of downtown Montgomery.
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Greyhound offers daily bus service, including holidays, to and from Montgomery.

Find Your Alabama Sweet Spot

Find the sweetest Alabama vacation spot perfectly suited just for you. Customize your next Alabama vacation by the type of experience you are looking for, then filter by the region of Alabama you want to visit. Don't know what your Alabama destination should be? Let our interactive location map be your guide. Now, where is your next Alabama Sweet Spot?