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Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking

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On this three hour WALKING & DRIVING tour, you’ll travel around Birmingham to learn about the struggle for equal rights from the end of the Civil War up through the Civil Rights movement. Your tour will begin at the statue of Reverend Fred Shuttlesworth, the leader of the local movement Civil Rights struggle. We’ll discuss why the Civil Rights movement was needed and what led to segregation's fall. As you visit the major churches, parks and houses, you'll learn about a few groups who fought for Civil Rights in Birmingham and who fought against it.

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  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Air conditioned transportation
  • Live commentary on board
  • Gratuities
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512 16th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

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Civil Rights District

Guests will walk around Kelly Ingram Park, see 16th Street Baptist Church, and learn about the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kelly Ingram Park

Walk around the park to see the statues and learn about those who marched for freedom in Birmingham
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

16th Street Baptist Church

Learn about the role the church played in the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham and the history of the church bombing that tragically killed four little girls.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Linn Park

See where the march protests ended in Birmingham and learn about groups fighting for Civil Rights in Birmingham
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Boutwell Auditorium

Guests will learn about Bull Connor and his clashes against those fighting for Civil Rights
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Smithfield

Visit Dynamite Hill to see houses and churches that were bombing in Birmingham during the Civil Rights movement.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Historic Bethel Baptist Church

Guests will see the church where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth led the movement from
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eddie Kendrick Memorial Park

See the Black Business District to learn about Black life in Birmingham during its heyday.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

John Herbert Phillips Academy

Guests will see where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth attempted to integrate schools in Birmingham
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wells Fargo ATM

See where the Freedom Riders where attacked in Birmingham.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).
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The following is included:
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges.
  • Air conditioned transportation.
  • Live commentary on board.
  • All activities.
  • Driver/guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for those that cannot walk at least a mile.
  • Not recommended for those affected by cold/hot weather.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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  • Not recommended for those affected by cold/hot weather.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • TOUR RUNS RAIN OR SHINE. If canceled due to significant weather (hurricane, tornado, or ice), you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund. We have transporation if the rain becomes an issue.
  • We will walk over a mile on the tour in temperatures anywhere between 40-100F. Guests must be able to walk unassisted at a reasonable speed.
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