Atlanta’s Black History and Civil Rights Tour

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Overview

Join us as we unfold time with this exciting Black History and Civil Rights tour. What better place to delve into African-American heritage than the Mecca of the Civil Rights Movement? Showcasing historic sites and most talked about black historic neighborhoods like Summerhill, The West End, Downtown Atlanta, Old 4th Ward and the Historic Sweet Auburn Ave District. During this 4 hour tour you will be immersed in black culture and arts, civil rights landmarks, groundbreaking HBCU’s, Tyler Perry Studios, along with famous Hollywood Film & TV locations and more. These are some of the reasons Atlanta is nicknamed “The Black Mecca” and one of the top destinations for Black History and Culture. This tour goes further than any other tour, allowing you to fully experience the historical and cultural significance of our groundbreaking city.

Atlanta’s Black History and Civil Rights Tour
Atlanta’s Black History and Civil Rights Tour

from $74.00

Duration
4 hours 15 minutes
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Pickup
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
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Meeting / start point
Meetup at the hotel’s STREET curbside for pickup (You’ll see a big grey sign on the hotel STREET curbside entrance that’ll display “Marriott Marquis Atlanta” The sign is located directly across the street from the Hyatt Regency. Paid-parking is available…

Itinerary

  1. 1
    The Hub at Peachtree Center Pass by

    Downtown Atlanta's historic hotel district filled with historic landmarks and powerful stories

  2. 2
    Centennial Olympic Park Pass by

    Built of the 1996 Olympic Games considered the attraction hub of Atlanta. World of Coke, Georgia Aquarium, CNN and others.

  3. 3
    Underground Atlanta Pass by

    Heart of Atlanta! Where Atlanta began. -Amazing unknown facts!! See Five Points District and the Birthplace of Coca Cola

  4. 4
    Georgia State Capitol Pass by

    Atlanta's Black Political Power -Atlanta's Government Center -Atlanta City Hall -Fulton County Courthouse

  5. 5
    Stop Pass by

    One of Atlanta 1st black neighborhoods -Fulton County Stadium -Turner Field

  6. 6
    Atlanta Olympic Cauldron Tower Pass by

    Catch the Olympic Stadium & Torch and relive the 1996 Olympic moments. Amazing unknown facts--Baseball legend Hank Aaron

  7. 7
    Stop 10 minutes

    Fun Stop for selfies and group photos ***Note: Visitors are only allowed to enter the studio welcome entrance area after 5pm Friday, all-day Sat & Sun and holidays per Tyler Perry mgmt.

  8. 8
    Stop 5 minutes

    The Original Madea House that Tyler Perry filmed popular movies like "Diary of a Mad Black Women and Family Reunion.

  9. 9
    Stop 20 minutes

    West End Atlanta-One of Atlanta’s spiritually rich and pro-black historic neighborhoods. Great local black-owned businesses, Beautiful Victorian Homes, Beautiful Street Art Murals *Bathroom Stop

  10. 10
    Stop Pass by

    Atlanta oldest black owned bookstore and culture center *Great street art murals and famous black-owned businesses

  11. 11
    Stop Pass by

    The HBCU/Atlanta University Center (Largest Consortium of black colleges in the country) Morehouse College, Spellman College, Clark Atlanta University, Morris Brown College, Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse school of Medicine -Rich Powerful Stories -Famous Film & TV location

  12. 12
    Stop Pass by

    See historic Civil Rights landmarks from schools, historic restaurants & businesses to Civil Rights headquarters to Civil Rights soldiers residences.

  13. 13
    Mercedes Benz Stadium Pass by

    Cruise through the Gulch and see the great views of Mercedes Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena, and Downtown Atlanta's beautiful skyline.

  14. 14
    Stop Pass by

    Atlanta’s hidden jewel for eclectic, laid-back, rich art gallery scenery. The Castleberry filming Back lot of famous movies & TV shows -Paschal’s Restaurant -HJ Russell -Escobar Restaurant & Tapas

  15. 15
    Sweet Auburn Pass by

    Once Atlanta’s richest Negro Street in the world. -Woodruff Park, Atlanta Daily World (1st black daily newspaper) -Atlanta Life, Apex Museum, Royal Peacock, - SCLC Headquarters, Historic Black churches -Beautiful Civil Rights art murals -Famous Film locations

  16. 16
    Stop 35 minutes

    *Atlanta’s historic gem! Lunch stop Great food and snack options from Independent/family-owned eateries like Soul food, BBQ, New Orleans, Seafood, West African & Asian cuisines, wide selections of fresh fruit to herbs & spices and much more. -Grady Hospital -Butler Street YMCA *Bathroom Stop

  17. 17
    Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park 30 minutes

    Home to one of the greatest freedom fighters, Dr. MLK Jr! See Ebenezer Baptist Church, MLK’s Birth Home, The King Center and more *Bathroom Stop

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fully Narrated/Local Tour Guide
  • Up to 5 stops for photos and exploring (lunch-stop is optional)

Not included

  • Gratuities (suggested)
  • Food
  • Child Car Seat
  • Parking rates range $10-$30 Parking lots are located about one block from Atlanta Marriott Marquis

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This experience 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.
  • Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel is the meet-up location for all travelers. Good location for using the Marta train, Uber/Lyft transportation. The hotel has comfortable lobby seating, clean bathrooms, and a Starbucks (opened 6am-1pm only) Hotel Parking is available, but isn't free! There's parking garages & lots are located about one block from the hotel. Parking rates range $10-$30. Most important, arrive 20-30 minutes before tour departure.
  • Tour operates in all weather. Umbrella or rain poncho is recommended for for light rain. For extreme weather conditions, please call the phone number on your voucher to reconfirm tour operation.
  • The morning tour starts from 10:00am and the afternoon tour 1:30pm

from $74.00

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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