Old Cahawba Archaeological Park

Alabama’s 1st permanent capital and most famous ghost town. Archaeological Interpretive Park includes welcome center and education room, picnic area, hiking trails, interpretive signs, historic ruins. New, accessible nature trail.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free
Hours
Open 9-5; special group tours by appt.
Address
9518 Cahaba Rd.
Phone
334-872-8058
Website
www.cahawba.org
Map
Get Directions →

More Things to Do

Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Craig Golf Course

Learn more →

Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Craig Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

Learn more →

Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Brown Chapel AME Church

1st AME church in state (1866). Headquarters for Blacks during Voting Rights movement. Starting point…

Learn more →

Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Edmund Winston Pettus Bridge

National landmark; symbol of momentous changes in Selma, Alabama, America and world. Figured prominently in…

Learn more →

Explore all of Selma →

Events in Selma

Nearby Lakes & Parks