Birmingham Civil Rights Tour

Overview

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.

City: Birmingham

Wed 11 Feb

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Starting at $70.00

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Wed 11 Feb

Starting at $70.00

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What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Driver/guide

Air conditioned transportation

Live commentary on board

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Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to significant weather (hurricane, tornado, or ice), you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
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.
Not recommended for those that cannot walk at least a mile.
Not recommended for those affected by cold/hot weather.

What To Expect

Civil Rights District

Guests will walk around Kelly Ingram Park, see 16th Street Baptist Church, and learn about the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham

Kelly Ingram Park

Walk around the park to see the statues and learn about those who marched for freedom in Birmingham

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.

Linn Park

See where the march protests ended in Birmingham and learn about groups fighting for Civil Rights in Birmingham

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (746)

271gwendak

Jul 2022

We went with our 3 teenage children, & HIGHLY recommend it. It is a very honest, factual & informative tour about very important historical events that took place right where you are standing. The tour guide was very knowledgeable & open to any questions about the area & history of Birmingham. We learned A LOT - to respect the lessons of history & the bravery & significant struggles of those who stood up & fought for Civil Rights! On a side note, it was very nice to walk in the parks around town & other sites, but also nice to ride the bus for other parts of the tour. You should definitely put this tour on your itinerary!!!

W7369GSvirginiam

Jul 2022

The tour guide was so knowledgeable and willing to share the history of Birmingham even back to the 1800. It was well worth the cost of the tour

Z9758DVlisac

Jul 2022

What a wealth of information Clay has to share! Highly recommend taking his tour whether you are visiting Birmingham or are a native- worth every Penny and minute! Being reminded of our history- so we do not forget and repeat it, educated on all that transpired and understanding that freedom is worth the struggle for all! Thank you Clay for your time and your your.