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Martin Luther King Jr. History Walking Tour

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Atlanta, USA

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Overview

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.]

What's Included

  • • Entertaining and immersive stories of Dr. King and the many Civil Rights leaders
  • • Understanding the Atlanta's impact of the Civil Rights Movement
  • • Taking in the phenomenal views at the Jackson Street Bridge
  • Birth Home Tour (currently closed until 2025 )
  • Inside of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church Heritage Sanctuary
  • We do not provide transportation to or from the tour
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450a Auburn Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30312, USA

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Ebenezer Baptist Church (pass by)

Exterior only of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.
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Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

The tour meets and ends at the National Historic Site, and includes an overview of the site, as well as detailed walk through various areas on the site.Due to potential staffing shortages, all National Park buildings are subject to closure at any time.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Prince Hall Grand Lodge (pass by)

Exterior only of the historic Prince Hall Grand Lodge, location of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s and Congressman John Lewis's offices, as well as a historic Madam CJ Walker Beauty Salon
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Jackson Street Bridge

Take in the city's most famous views at the iconic Jackson Street Bridge.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sweet Auburn

The tour takes place entirely in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood and includes numerous visits to points of interests
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

The King Center

Hours of operation are 7 days a week from 10-5pm
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

International Civil Rights Walk of Fame

Guests will make connections from prominent Civil Rights leaders that they learned about on the tour as they see their shoe prints along the Walk of Fame
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The tour operates rain or shine.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Martin Luther King Jr. History Walking Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • • Entertaining and immersive stories of Dr. King and the many Civil Rights leaders
  • • Understanding the Atlanta's impact of the Civil Rights Movement
  • • Taking in the phenomenal views at the Jackson Street Bridge
  • Exterior of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and the King Center
  • • Seeing Prince Hall Grand Lodge, a hidden treasure in the Civil Rights Movement
  • Birth Home Tour (currently closed until 2025 )
  • Inside of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church Heritage Sanctuary
  • We do not provide transportation to or from the tour
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with inability to walk and stand for long periods of time
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The tour operates rain or shine.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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