Yates Lake Tours

Visit Yates Lake

Get away from busy concrete cities at Yates Lake. This is the perfect place to fill your lungs with fresh air, unwind and simply appreciate the views.

This Selma body of water is a good spot to start your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to see close by, such as Edmund Pettus Bridge, Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights, and National Voting Rights Museum. Take your time at Yates Lake before making tracks to these other fine sights.

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Sonesta ES Suites Montgomery

$453

per person

Feb 27 - Mar 2

found 11 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Philadelphia (PHL) to Montgomery (MGM)

7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

Staff was nice, room was overly sufficient for me. staff explained why they didn’t serve breakfast but multiple restaurants around hotel. Quiet as well.

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

Sleep Inn & Suites Millbrook - Prattville

$514

per person

Feb 27 - Mar 2

found 11 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Philadelphia (PHL) to Montgomery (MGM)

8.4/10 Very Good! (586 reviews)

I like the location. More variety for breakfast like turkey meat

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Montgomery E - Eastchase by IHG

$560

per person

Feb 27 - Mar 2

found 11 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Philadelphia (PHL) to Montgomery (MGM)

8.2/10 Very Good! (872 reviews)

Clean rooms, great breakfast, great location

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Popular places to visit

This is where Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. marched and was arrested in February 1965. One month later on Bloody Sunday a crowd of protesters were beaten an two died. Later that month National Guard troops and FBI Agents allowed 300 marchers to march 42 miles from Selma to Montgomer

Edmund Pettus Bridge

You can learn about the history of Selma with a stop at Edmund Pettus Bridge. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Vaughan Regional Medical Center

Though Vaughan Regional Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Selma while you are here.

Selma University

Walk around the campus at Selma University during your stay in Selma. Find some time to visit the cathedral or monuments in this family-friendly area.

Old Live Oak Cemetery

Step back in time and learn more about local history with a stop at Old Live Oak Cemetery in Selma. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Sturdivant Hall Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sturdivant Hall Museum during your trip to Selma. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this family-friendly area.

The Smitherman Building

You can browse the exhibits at The Smitherman Building, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Selma. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's sunsets.

Best Lodging Options Near Yates Lake

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Hampton Inn Selma

2200 West Highland Avenue Selma AL

Luxury Inn and Suites

1120 Highland Ave Selma AL

Baymont by Wyndham Selma

2420 N Broad St Selma AL

Holiday Inn Express Selma by IHG

2000 Lincoln Way Selma AL

Hospitality Inn By Belvilla Selma US 80 AL

1200 W Highland Ave Selma AL

Stay at a 4-bedroom Unique Historic Landmark just outside of the city of Selma.

Selma AL

Quality Inn Edmund Pettus Bridge Area

1812 Highway 14 E Selma AL

Relax & Unwind in a Spacious Historic Home with Porch, Patio, & Sunroom

Selma AL

Authentic Colonial Home Near Downtown Selma!

Selma AL

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