Freedom Rides Museum, Coosa Valley Travel Guide

Getting There

• Walking

  From the Alabama State Capitol, walk south on N Union St towards Washington Ave. Turn right onto Washington Ave, then turn left onto S Court St. The Freedom Rides Museum will be on your right, adjacent to the Frank M. Johnson, Jr. Federal Courthouse. This is a straightforward walk through downtown Montgomery.

• Public Transport

  The Montgomery Intermodal Center is about 1 mile from the museum. From there, you can take a local bus or taxi to the museum. Check local transit schedules for bus routes and times. A short bus ride will cost approximately $1.25 [Information obtained from local transit website].

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in downtown Montgomery. A ride from the Rosa Parks Museum to the Freedom Rides Museum would typically cost between $8 and $12, depending on demand.

• Driving

  From I-65, take Exit 172 (Clay Street). Stay straight on Dickerson Street. Take a left on Herron Street (which becomes Bibb Street). Turn right on Lee Street (which becomes Court Street). The Freedom Rides Museum is up the hill on the right. Metered parking is available directly across from the museum's entrance. Metered parking is free on Saturdays. Parking fees typically range from $1 to $2 per hour.