The Civil Rights Movement in Atlanta: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Atlanta, US
66% of travellers recommend this
Very Good (6 reviews)

Highlights

  • Explore the history of MLK's life and legacy
  • See where Martin Luther King is buried
  • Visit the birth home of Martin Luther King Jr.
  • Experience the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame
  • Learn about Madame CJ Walker and her historical significance

Meeting Point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Meeting point

340 Auburn Ave NE Suite-A, Atlanta, GA 30312 , United States

End point

End Point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Meeting point

340 Auburn Ave NE Suite-A, Atlanta, GA 30312 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Wheat Street Baptist Church

The tour briefly stops outside the Wheat Street Baptist Church. You'll hear a bit about its history and then hear the rest while you continue walking.

2

Ebenezer Baptist Church

The tour stops briefly outside the Ebenezer Baptist Church where you'll hear about the church, its history and its relation to Martin Luther King Jr.

3

The King Center

The tour gives you the opportunity to look around the King Center. While you explore, you'll hear a bit about what the King Center represents and why it was created.

4

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

The tour pauses outside the birth home of Martin Luther King, Jr. While you continue to walk, you'll hear a bit more about MLK's birth home.

5

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park Visitor Center

The tour takes you through the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame where you'll hear about some of the famous faces you'll see along the way.

6

Jackson Street Bridge

The tour briefly stops on the Jackson Street Bridge. You'll hear a bit about the bridge, which shows it's been featured in and some of the landmarks you can see from the bridge.

7

Freedom Park

The tour takes you along a part of the Freedom Park Trail. You'll learn about its history and what it represents.

8

Homage to King

The tour stops briefly in front of the Homage to King. You'll hear about the origins of the sculpture before continuing with the tour.

9

Sister Louisa's Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium

The tour stops in front of the unusual Sister Louisa's Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium. You'll hear about its history and have an opportunity to pop in if you wish.

10

The Sweet Auburn Curb Market

The tour stops briefly in front of the Municipal Market. You'll hear a bit about the market and then have an opportunity to pause the tour and go inside for a treat.

11

John Lewis Mural

The tour briefly stops in front of the John Lewis Mural. There you'll learn a bit about John Lewis before you continue with the walk.

12

John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE

The tour takes you past the John Wesley Dobbs Plaza. You'll learn a bit about the man the plaza is named after before continuing with the tour.

13

Madame CJ Walker Boutique Museum/WERDSTUDIO

The tour's last stop is the Madam CJ Walker's. It's around the corner from the start location. You'll learn about Madame CJ Walker and the significance of the building.

Additional Information

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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Wheelchair accessible
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What our experts say

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    Start at Atlanta Breakfast Club for brunch.
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    Visit the King Center for more history.
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    Check out local street art in Edgewood.
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    Bring headphones for a better experience.
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    Explore nearby museums after the tour.

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