Montgomery Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in and county seat of Montgomery County, Alabama, United States, that is the capital of Alabama
About Montgomery
Montgomery briefly held the title of capital of the Confederacy and was also the site of Jefferson Davis' inauguration. Montgomery was also a pivotal location during the civil rights movement, seeing the arrest of Rosa Parks and the ensuing bus boycott, as well as numerous non violent protests led by Dr. Martin Luther King. Montgomery's central location in Alabama'sBlack Belthas long made it a processing hub for commodity crops such as cotton, peanuts, and soybeans. Due to its location along the Alabama River and extensive rail connections, Montgomery has been and continues to be a regional distribution hub for a wide range of industries. Since the late 20th century, it has diversified its economy, achieving increased employment in sectors such as healthcare, business, government, and man
Top Attractions in Montgomery
Explore the best things to see and do in Montgomery:
- ★Alabama National Fair
- ★Alabama Shakespeare Festival
- ★Alabama State Capitol
- ★Blount Cultural Park
- ★Civil Rights Memorial
- ★Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church
- ★First White House of the Confederacy
- ★Freedom Rides Museum
Where to Eat in Montgomery
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Chris' Hot Dogs
- 🍴Jim & Nicks Bar-B-Que
- 🍴La Jolla
- 🍴Martha's Place Buffet and Catering
- 🍴Scott St. Deli
- 🍴Vintage Year
Where to Stay in Montgomery
- 🏨Comfort Suites Montgomery
- 🏨Courtyard Montgomery
- 🏨Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center
- 🏨Holiday Inn Express
- 🏨Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
- 🏨Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel & Conference Center at Capitol Hill
Montgomery Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 14 sections including: