The Riverfront Loop

Harriott II: Re-live history while enjoying a relaxing cruise on The Cypress Creek Inlet Bridge:
Montgomery’s greatest downtown attraction, the Harriott II. This Explore the River’s edge from this new
elegant 19th Century riverboat offers dinner, dancing, and live bridge that crosses Cypress Creek where
entertainment, making this a perfect night out for the family. it flows into the Alabama River. Pause and
Continue past the pavillion, a set of historic markers and ascend listen to the train as it passes, keep an eye
the tower to continue your adventure. out for turtle and heron. This creek flows
from the Cypress Nature Park, a Tupelo/
Cypress swamp of great natural signifi-
cance to our region. The trail ends here for now, but only until the next phase
The Tower, the Bridge and the Trail continues: This climbs the slope and connects to Lafayette Street to the north.
elevator/stair tower and bridge connects across the railroad tracks
to the downtown intermodal station. Pause at the top to enjoy the
amazing views of the River City, Montgomery’s historic train shed
and Union Station. For those of you on the secret treasure hunt,
look for the locks of love at the very top. The train shed is a Nation- Splash Pad: In addition to this iconic band-
al Historic Landmark and continues to serve as a shelter for season- shell and stage for Riverfront Concerts, there is
al events such as the Crawfish and Craft Festival. also an awesome splashpad and Sand Bar, for
cooling off during the hot Alabama summer.
Bring all your children down to the Riverside!
EAT South: Urban There are restroom facilities here and a remark-
able tile mural of the State Capitol.
Farm: After descending
the tower, follow signs to
Wright Brothers Park and EAT
South. The path weaves be-
hind the Montgomery Adver- Riverfront Park : The historic Cotton
tiser to arrive at the down- Slide, Picnic Pavillion, High Water Mark-
town farm. E.A.T. stands for ers, Heron and Fish Sculpture; there are
Educate, Act and Transform. so many things to see, learn and do at
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food security, community Welcome to the Riverfront:
health equity and culinary
justice. Check out the raised
Gateway & Tunnel: The main
entrance to the Downtown Riverfront
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is on Commerce Street at Tallapoosa.
herbs, visit with the chickens
Graced by the Hank Williams statue,
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the walk, the park features the Aronov Pavilion reminiscent can see the last car of the Lightning Route, America’s first elec-
of an airplane hanger, picnic tables and a small children’s tric street car. This street will open your eyes to the founding his-
playground. This overlook walk with shady trees and bench- tory of Alabama and shine the light of truth on our history and
es features some of the best river views in the City. Look legacies of racial injustice. Pause a minute and enjoy free wifi,
across Maxwell to see a mural dedicated to another Mont- a part of Montgomery’s Smart City living laboratory initiative,
gomery great, world reknown musician Nat King Cole. and remember a smart city is a just city.

2 MILE LOOP
MPAC Montgomery Performing Arts Center: Is a check it out !!!
venue that features bands, performances, conventions, symposia
PLEASE NOTE: THE COMPLETE LOOP INCLUDES THE RIVERFRONT and large arts centered gatherings of all stripes. Keep your eyes
out as you pass by for upcoming shows. And if you have worked
TOWER WITH STAIRS AND ELEVATOR & THE EAT SOUTH STAIRS WHICH up an appetite, please consider supporting one of the many
CONNECT TO MAXWELL BLVD, BUT ARE NOT ADA ACCESSIBLE! delicious downtown restaurants along your route.