Walk Selma at your own pace with a location-aware audio tour that starts at the Old Depot Museum and ends at Brown Chapel AME Church. Expect 60–75 minutes of flat, accessible walking through sites tied directly to Bloody Sunday and the Selma-to-Montgomery march.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You press play at the Old Depot Museum and the city opens its pages: brick storefronts, a low-slung train platform, and the steady cadence of the Alabama River nearby.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
60–75 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires walking 1–1.5 miles on city sidewalks.
Wildlife
History
Selma was a focal point of the 1965 voting rights movement; Bloody Sunday on the Edmund Pettus Bridge and the Selma-to-Montgomery marches were pivotal to the Voting Rights Act.
Conservation
Stay on sidewalks, avoid trampling riverbanks, and respect historic buildings and memorials — local groups work to preserve both the physical sites and archival records.
Reserve your spot on the Selma Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Self Guided GPS APP Audio Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Unlock the tour before you go
Download the WalknTours app, register and enter experience code 'mlk2780' so the audio cues load without cell issues.
Bring water and wear sturdy shoes
The route is mostly flat but exposed; a refillable water bottle and comfortable walking shoes make the hour-long tour easier.
Plan around heat and events
Summer afternoons can be hot and humid — aim for morning or late afternoon; note that March commemorations bring larger crowds.
Observe respectful behavior at memorials
Keep voices low, avoid obstructing plaques or ceremonies, and treat private property and active church grounds with courtesy.
Charged smartphone with WalknTours app
Required to run the GPS-triggered audio and access the tour content.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive sneakers or walking shoes for pavement and occasional uneven sidewalks.
Refillable water bottle
Hydration is important during hot months; water fountains are limited.
summer
Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)
Helps manage sun exposure on exposed segments like the Edmund Pettus Bridge.
summer