Things to Do in Montgomery in March
March weather, activities, events & insider tips
Shoulder Season · Good Value
March Weather in Montgomery
Long-run averages for March
71°F (21°C)
High Temp
50°F (10°C)
Low Temp
4.5 inches (114 mm)
Rainfall
68%
Humidity
9
Rainy Days
7
Sunny-Day UV
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Is March Right for You?
Weigh the advantages and considerations before booking
Advantages
- + The azaleas and dogwoods around the state capitol complex explode in full, riotous bloom. Their scent mingles with the damp-earth smell of a recent shower.
- + You can explore the city's civil rights history sites, including the Rosa Parks Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, before crushing Deep South summer heat makes the 500-meter (1,640-foot) walk between them feel like a marathon.
- + The Alabama River cuts a wide, brown path through downtown. Spring rains keep it high and fast enough to make riverboat cruises scenic, not just slow drifts past muddy banks.
- + The humidity hasn't clamped down yet. Morning air feels crisp. Afternoons stay merely warm. Perfect weather for outdoor patios at spots like The Vintage Year in Cloverdale.
Considerations
- − That 4.5 inches of rain arrives in sudden, gully-washing downpours. Your plans stall for an hour or two. Brick sidewalks in Old Alabama Town turn slick and gleaming.
- − March occupies a strange shoulder season. Some attractions haven't shifted to summer hours yet. You might find a historic house museum unexpectedly closed on a Tuesday.
- − The wind bites surprisingly sharp along the bluffs overlooking the river. It cuts through a light jacket. Pack something heavier.
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Best Activities in March
Top things to do during your visit
March in Montgomery delivers the year's most walkable weather. The average high hits 71 degrees, soft enough to shed your jacket beneath live oaks draped in Spanish moss. Nighttime still drops to 50 degrees, so evenings carry a crisp edge. Locals know this window won't last. Summer humidity waits just around the corner, and the heavy rains of early spring are already giving way to drier days before April arrives. Light lingers longer each afternoon, throwing warm tones across the red brick of historic buildings. This transitional month rewards foot exploration. Montgomery's story is etched into its streets, and moderate temperatures let you engage with both heavy history and lazy riverfront life. You won't fight peak-season crowds at the sites that define the American civil rights movement. The rhythm here favors quiet reflection and easy movement, a chance to absorb layers without the intensity of busier months.
Montgomery Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Self Guided (GPS) Walking Tour
walking_tourputs history directly in your hands. You'll hear your own footsteps on the pavement outside Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church. You'll see the stark white columns of the Alabama State Capitol. The audio-guided journey connects landmarks at your own pace, allowing pauses at the Civil Rights Memorial where you can touch the cool, smooth granite inscribed with martyrs' names.
It transforms the city center into an open-air museum, making tangible the path from protest to policy.
Insider tip: Start early. Have the Dexter Avenue steps to yourself. Catch soft morning light on the Capitol building.
3hr Private Driving Civil Rights Tour
guided_experienceoffers curated passage through pivotal neighborhoods, from modest shotgun houses in the Centennial Hill district to powerful displays at the Freedom Rides Museum. You'll feel the vehicle's hum between sites, hearing narratives that connect dots across the city's geography. This tour delivers context static plaques cannot, placing you where strategy was planned and courage was summoned.
It delivers a complete narrative thread across disparate sites, with flexibility to linger where your interest is piqued.
Insider tip: Request focus on lesser-known sites like the former Greyhound station. Understand the logistics and dangers Freedom Riders faced.
Sip-n-Cycle Pedal Cruise in Montgomery
cruiseprovides a lively, social perspective from the Alabama River. You'll feel cool river breeze on your face, hear synchronized clatter of pedals and laughter, and see the Montgomery skyline from a unique low-angle vantage as you glide past riverfront park. Communal pedaling creates a casual, festive atmosphere distinct from silent boat tours.
It combines light physical activity, social interaction, and sightseeing into one uniquely Montgomery experience on the water.
Insider tip: Book late afternoon. Watch sunset paint the RSA Tower in shades of orange and pink.
6 Hours Private Civil Rights Tour of Montgomery
guided_experienceis an immersive look at, allowing pace that respects history's gravity. You can spend time absorbing somber exhibits at the Legacy Museum, feel hushed reverence inside Dexter Avenue church, and trace the Selma to Montgomery March route at its conclusion. Extended format prevents rush that dilutes emotional impact.
The generous timeframe allows for contemplative and unhurried engagement with Montgomery's most significant sites.
Insider tip: Use flexibility to include quiet lunch at a nearby soul food spot. Discuss morning insights before continuing.
Private 6 Hour Tour of Selma and Montgomery Civil Rights Sites
guided_experienceconnects two cities forever linked in history. You'll see the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma and feel its steep arc before returning to Montgomery to understand the journey's end. You'll hear contrast between quiet Selma streets and busy capital, smell distinct air of each place, and grasp full geographic and emotional scale of the voting rights movement.
It is the only way to fully comprehend the fifty-four-mile journey that changed a nation by physically tracing its key points.
Insider tip: Prepare for significant driving. The journey between cities is part of the story, so discuss road topics with your guide.
Astonishing Montgomery Scavenger Hunt: History & Heroes
otherturns exploration into a game, leading you to discover architectural details and historical markers you might otherwise miss. You'll find yourself peering at engraved cornerstones, feeling texture of different bricks in Old Alabama Town, and listening for clues amidst ambient sounds. This interactive approach suits groups or families, making discovery of Montgomery's past an active and engaging puzzle.
It re-frames sightseeing as a fun, collaborative challenge, good for those who learn by doing and solving.
Insider tip: Download the app. Begin at Court Square Fountain area, using its central location as a hub for deciphering first clues.
Where to Stay in Montgomery in March
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for March travellers.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Montgomery Downtown
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Luxury
Embassy Suites by Hilton Montgomery Hotel & Conference Center
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Public Holidays in March
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Good Friday
A public holiday in these regions only: US-CT, US-DE, US-HI, US-IN, US-KY, US-LA, US-NC, US-ND, US-NJ, US-TN.
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Insider Knowledge
Locals know: late afternoon weekdays deliver the best experience at the expansive, solemn National Memorial for Peace and Justice grounds. Crowds thin out. Low sun angles through suspended columns create profound, moving shadows.
Follow distant brass-heavy marching band sounds downtown. Likely Alabama State University's Mighty Marching Hornets at practice. Free. Thrilling. Pure local culture you'll never find scheduled.
Skip the generic downtown lunch spots. Drive five minutes to Chris' Famous Hot Dogs. It has occupied the same narrow, tile-walled spot since 1917. The smell of steaming dogs and onions hits you first. This is the real scent of old Montgomery. Order them 'all the way'.
The Riverwalk Stadium, home to the Montgomery Biscuits minor league baseball team, often hosts preseason or early-season games in late March. The crack of the bat. The smell of grilled burgers. The downtown skyline rising over the outfield wall. This is a perfect, affordable local night out.
Avoid These Mistakes
Do not underestimate the distance between key civil rights sites. The Rosa Parks Museum, the Freedom Riders Museum, and the National Memorial are technically walkable. It is a serious walk. Relying on ride-shares works. Planning a driving tour for the broader narrative is smarter.
Never assume everything is open on Sunday. This is the Deep South. Many museums and historic sites have limited hours. Some close entirely on Sundays. Always check specific hours for the day you plan to visit.
Do not pack only for 'spring.' The temperature swing is significant. A damp, cool morning turns into a warm, sunny afternoon. Dressing in a single outfit without layers leads to discomfort. You will regret it.
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