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Historic Water Avenue

View the world-famous Edmund Pettus Bridge and Songs of Selma Park as you stroll through one of Selma's most historic areas. Visit the Bridge Tender's House and Riverfront Park as you explore our city's rich history.

Water Avenue Selma, AL 36701
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(334) 875-7241
Open 24 hrs
Wheelchair Accessible
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Open 24 hrs
(334) 875-7241

Getting There

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  • Water Avenue
  • Selma, AL 36701
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Where to Stay

Selma Flea Market RV Park & Campground

The Selma Flea Market RV Park & Campground is clean, well- managed, friendly, and family owned.

Comfort Inn

Book a room at the Comfort Inn hotel in Selma, AL.

Quality Inn

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Luxury Inn & Suites

Located just one mile from Historic Downtown Selma.

St. James Hotel Selma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Located in Selma's downtown historic district, this full service hotel offers beautiful views of the Alabama River and Edmund Pettus Bridge. Sterling Restaurant open 7 days a week.

Holiday Inn Express

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Hampton Inn

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Woolworth Lofts

The Woolworth Lofts comprise five Airbnb apartments conveniently situated just two blocks away from the iconic Edmund Pettus Bridge. Positioned at the heart of the Civil & Voting Rights landmarks, they serve as a sanctuary for small groups embarking ...
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Upcoming Events

46th Annual Tale Tellin' Festival

Come hear wonderful stories and great music from featured storytellers and music groups!

Bridge Crossing Jubilee

The weekend is a commemoration of the anniversary of "Bloody Sunday" and the Selma to Montgomery March. Join us on March 6-9, 2025 at the largest annual Civil Rights Commemoration event in the world, attended by three sitting presidents, hundreds civ...
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Where to Eat

Seniq's Variety Cafe

Seniq's Variety Cafe serves a rotating daily special of a meat and two vegetables as well as a constant collection of sandwiches, burgers and salads

Mi Tenampa Mexican Restaurant

Mexican cuisine

Hickory Pit

Barbecue and more

Hog Heaven

Serving barbecue in Selma, Alabama

Mr. Waffle

Late-night food · Comfort food · Small plates

Black Sheep Kitchen & Catering

Our mission is to provide hot, healthy, restaurant-quality meals to disadvantaged communities throughout rural areas of Alabama's Black Belt region.

Downtowner Restaurant

Selma's Downtowner Restaurant serves Southern meats and vegetables in a relaxed atmosphere.

Tally-Ho Restaurant

The Tally-Ho offers choice selections of steaks, seafood, and chicken.
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