Atlanta's Black History and Civil Rights Tour
Overview
Join us as we unfold time with this exciting Black History and Civil Rights tour. What better place to delve into African-American heritage than the Mecca of the Civil Rights Movement? Showcasing historic sites and most talked about black historic neighborhoods like Summerhill, The West End, Downtown Atlanta, Old 4th Ward and the Historic Sweet Auburn Ave District. During this 4 hour tour you will be immersed in black culture and arts, civil rights landmarks, groundbreaking HBCU’s, Tyler Perry Studios, along with famous Hollywood Film & TV locations and more. These are some of the reasons Atlanta is nicknamed "The Black Mecca" and one of the top destinations for Black History and Culture. This tour goes further than any other tour, allowing you to fully experience the historical and cultural significance of our groundbreaking city.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- 3-5 stops for exploring and selfies (lunch-stop is optional)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver/ Local Tour guide
- Gratuities (suggested)
- Food
- Child Car Seat
- Parking rates range $10-$30 Parking lots are located about one block from Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Meeting Location
Peachtree Center Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Centennial Olympic Park (Pass By)
Underground Atlanta (Pass By)
Georgia State Capitol (Pass By)
Atlanta Olympic Cauldron Tower
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tyler Perry Studios
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Madea's House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
West End Historic District
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Shrine of the Black Madonna (Pass By)
Atlanta University Center Historic District (Pass By)
Mercedes Benz Stadium (Pass By)
Castleberry Hill Historic District (Pass By)
Sweet Auburn (Pass By)
Vine City (Pass By)
The Municipal Market
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Edgewood Avenue Southeast (Pass By)
Additional Info
Protecting you
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel is the meet-up location for all travelers. Good location that's using using Marta train riders, Uber/Lyft drop offs. The hotel has comfortable lobby seating, clean bathrooms, and Starbucks (opened 6am-1pm only) Parking is available, but isn't free! The parking garages and lots are located about one block from the hotel. Parking rates range $10-$30. Most important to arrive 25-30 minutes before tour departure.
- Tour operates in all weather. Umbrella or rain poncho is recommended for for light rain. For extreme weather conditions, please call the phone number on your voucher to reconfirm tour operation.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- The morning tour starts from 9:30am-1:30pm and the afternoon tour 2:15pm-6:15pm
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-60827P3
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