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Martin Luther King Jr. historic district tour

Free cancellation
Place: Atlanta
Validity: Flexible
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Do this because

  • Hear entertaining and immersive stories of Dr. King and the many Civil Rights leaders in Atlanta
  • Learn about hidden treasures from Civil Rights Movement
  • See the exterior of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and the King Center
  • Take in the phenomenal views at the Jackson Street Bridge
  • Understand the impact of the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood and the Civil Rights Movement

What to expect

Track the fascinating life of Martin Luther King Jr. in a fast-paced, unforgettable 2.5 hours, that reveals how Atlanta and the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood changed the world. This must-experience tour by Unexpected Atlanta Tours includes inspiring visits to Ebenezer Baptist Church, the King Center, and unexpected locations even locals don't know. We will make the most of your visit to the King Historic District and make every minute you spend in this neighborhood count, and we make sure you know about all the important locations. You will get a deep understanding of the people and places that inspired the Civil Rights Movement on this tour. As the only tour in the city authorized by the King Center, we'll give you the inside scoop into this incredible neighborhood. [Note: This tour does NOT include going inside the King Birth Home or Old Ebenezer Baptist Church. Our walk is 1.7 miles with lots of standing; please contact us if you have any physical limitations.]
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Important to know

  • All buildings in the King National Historical Park have reopened; however, they are currently subject to closure without notice at any time due to staffing shortages caused by the ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic. This tour currently does not include going inside the King Birth Home as this is a separate tour run by the park service.
  • This is a 1.7-mile walk with lots of standing, so please contact the tour operator if you have any physical limitations or difficulty walking
  • This tour operates with small groups
  • Restrooms are available before the start of the tour with the National Park Service Visitor Center, Mon-Sat from 9am to 5pm. And 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm inside the Freedom Hall.
  • Guides will carry wipes and hand sanitizer for guests
  • Masks are strongly encouraged but no longer required
  • Social distancing is encouraged
  • Guests are encouraged to bring their own water bottle
  • Digital brochure provided for contactless experience
  • This tour operates rain or shine, so umbrellas are encouraged if rain is in the forecast. Rain ponchos will be provided
  • Infants (ages 0-5): free
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What’s included

Free parking on John Wesley Dobbs Ave at the National Historic Park parking lot (5 minute walk to start of tour)

Water

Guided walking tour

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Tips (optional)

Roundtrip transportation

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, USA

Meeting point:

Meet across the street from historic Ebenezer Baptist Church located at 450 Auburn Ave NE where there is a statue of an African man holding a baby to the sky. Your guide will be in the amphitheater or near the rose garden waiting. Your guide will have an orange flag and will check you in on their mobile device when you arrive. DO NOT GET ON A BUS TOUR. This is a walking tour.

Provider

Unexpected Atlanta Tours

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +1 208-744-6464