Itinerary
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Stop At: Atlanta Visitor Information Center at Centennial Olympic Park, 267 Park Ave W NW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
Your tour of Atlanta begins by the Atlanta Visitor Information Center in Centennial Olympic Park. From here, you'll walk through the coolest neighborhoods of this ecclectic city, from the high rises of downtown to the rich history of the Sweet Auburn neighborhood, once home to Martin Luther King, Jr.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Centennial Olympic Park, 265 Park Avenue West NW, Atlanta, GA 30313-1615
This 22-acre public park was built in preparation for the 1996 Summer Olympics. In addition to playing a role in the opening ceremony, this park was also the site of a shocking bombing during the games. It stands today as a testament to the resilience of the Olympics, which continued in spite of the tragedy.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: World of Coca-Cola, 121 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313-1807
The World of Coca-Cola is a truly one-of-a-kind attraction you won't find anywhere else. This sprawling museum details the iconic beverage's long history. It also features samples of coke flavors from around the world!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: SKYVIEW Atlanta, 168 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303-2000
This ferris wheel is 20 stories tall and provides sweeping views of Centennial Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. Even better, the gondolas are climate controlled!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: APEX Museum, 135 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303-2567
APEX stands for African American Panoramic Experience, and this museum absolutely delivers on this title. Here, you'll find exhibits on everything from ancient African culture to contemporary Black art and beyond.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Sweet Auburn Curb Market, 209 Edgewood Ave SE Intersection of Jesse Hill Jr. Drive, Atlanta, GA 30303-3012
The Sweet Auburn Curb Market dates all the way back to 1917, and owes its existence to the Great Atlanta Fire of the same year. Farmers came here with produce and livestock in an effort to help the city back onto its feet. Today, you can find all sorts of goods here, most of it local.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, 450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
As you walk, you'll explore the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. This urban historical site encompasses a number of buildings essential to King's story, from his childhood home to the church where he served as a pastor. Along the way, you'll learn plenty about King's history, like how he went from his famous bus boycott to the March on Washington.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: International Civil Rights Walk of Fame, 14 -0046-0011-082, 2, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
The International Civil Rights Walk of Fame honors not only the Civil Rights activists who fought alongside King during the 1950s and '60s, but also more contemporary figures. It's a truly sobering experience to walk in the footsteps of these heroic figures.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The King Center, 449 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312-1503
The King Center, established by MLK's wife Coretta, aims to carry the torch of civil rights into a new era. King's tomb is the centerpiece of the center, and is placed near an eternal flame signifying King's enduring legacy. Here, you can learn about not just King, but Coretta as well, and the continuing work done in King's name.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr, 501 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
This is the childhood home of Martin Luther King, Jr. It may not look much different from the surrounding houses, but it is undeniably a major historical landmark. Your tour concludes here.
Duration: 10 minutes
