Martin Luther King Jr. History Walking Tour

Atlanta, US
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Highlights

  • Explore the fascinating life of Martin Luther King Jr.
  • Visit inspiring locations in the King Historic District
  • Learn about the people and places that inspired the Civil Rights Movement
  • Experience the iconic views of Atlanta from Jackson Street Bridge
  • Discover the rich history of Sweet Auburn neighborhood

Meeting Point

We meet next to the Behold Monument, a statue of a man holding a baby to the sky, located across the street from Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church at the outdoor amphitheater. Your guide will have an orange Unexpected Atlanta tote bag. DO NOT GET ON A BUS.

Meeting point

Memorial Rose Garden, 450a Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312 , United States

End point

End Point

We meet next to the Behold Monument, a statue of a man holding a baby to the sky, located across the street from Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church at the outdoor amphitheater. Your guide will have an orange Unexpected Atlanta tote bag. DO NOT GET ON A BUS.

Meeting point

Memorial Rose Garden, 450a Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Ebenezer Baptist Church

Exterior only of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.

2

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.

Duration 25 minutes
Admission Admission Included
3

Prince Hall Grand Lodge

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

4

Jackson Street Bridge

Take in the city's most famous views at the iconic Jackson Street Bridge.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
5

Sweet Auburn

The tour takes place entirely in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood and includes numerous visits to points of interests

Duration 120 minutes
Admission Admission Included
6

The King Center

Hours of operation are 7 days a week from 10-5pm

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
7

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

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Not recommended for travelers with inability to walk and stand for long periods of time
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What our experts say

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    Visit the King Center after the tour.
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    Grab lunch at Busy Bee Cafe nearby.
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    Check out the murals in Sweet Auburn.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.

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