Birmingham Civil Rights Tour in Birmingham booking from $63.85

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

Mon 18 Nov

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What's Included

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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 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.
Masks are required while on our transporation
Not recommended for those that cannot walk at least a mile.
Not recommended for those affected by cold/hot weather.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Masks covering the nose and mouth are required by all individual while in transportation at all times. Gaiters, handkerchiefs, or similar face coverings are not acceptable masks. There are no exceptions. No refunds will be given to guests that refuse to comply.

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 (457)

Sus-e-reid

Apr 2019

Clay is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Birmingham & it's history. He gave us insight into Birminghams civil rights movement and took us to multiple locations throughout Birmingham. This honestly, is one of the best tours I've been on. It's emotional and educational. I highly recommend it!

AlexW1686

Apr 2019

I have traveled extensively around the world and within the United States. And, I have taken many tours over the years. But, hands down, the Birmingham Civil Rights Tour was the best tour I have ever been on! Clay's tour was more of a story; told with emotion, facts and history woven into the tattered fabric of the south. It was incredible to hear Birmingham's story from a local who had grown up in the deep south and was driven to share its true history - without glossing over its many ugly truths. It was far from a regurgitation on memorized facts - like many tours are. Clay's tour, and the Birmingham story are powerful. I came away from it thinking everyone should know its truths - painful as they may be. It is a part of US history and should not be swept away and forgotten. The tour is incredible! You must do this. Thank you Clay.

TashfromMelb

Apr 2019

Clay's Birmingham Civil Rights Tour was an incredible experience. As an overseas visitor, I only had a sketchy understanding of events in America's civil rights movement. This was a very comprehensive tour visiting areas and hearing the stories behind some of the critical events that occurred in Birmingham. Clay talked almost continuously (without a mic with a large group!) as we toured multiple sites and neighbourhoods. He weaves his storytelling with pathos and emotion; the honesty is very emotive. As soon as I got back to my hotel, I was inspired to read more about some of the important people mentioned in the tour (thanks Wikipedia!). It's a pity that the upkeep or protection of some of these historic buildings is so costly, especially when you stand at the guard house opposite the Bethel Street church and notice the actively crumbling walls. I am so glad that I took this tour and would 100% recommend this to others visiting the area for a deeper understanding of these important historical events.

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