Named for the Marquis de Lafayette, Fayette is found in Fayette County (North Region) S of Winfield along Highway 43.
There are many historical sites in the area of which are the Fayette Art Museum, and the Evelyn Walker Robertson Historical Museum. These offer many past events and information about the city.
The city is very proud of its high education in the area of which include the Bevill State Community College, Fayette County High School, Fayette Middle School, Fayette Elementary School, Berry High School, Berry Elementary School, and the Hubbertville School.
The Fayette County Public Lake is in the are which features a 10 acre fishing lake with many wildlife such as swans and ducks. Along with the lake, there are many athletic fields, picnic facilities, and metered walking trails for anyone in the area to use.