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

Wed 13 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)

Nomatez2015

Mar 2018

Clay made the tour really interesting and was very informative with his in depth knowledge around this important part of Birmingham's history. He was easy going, friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend taking the tour to anyone. He only takes small groups and takes you to places you wouldn't normally venture into.

John S

Mar 2018

Loved the tours and especially Clay, tour owner and guide. We did a half-day Civil Rights Tour and a half-day Magic City tour. The 3-hour Civil Rights Tour was a deep dive into how Birmingham played into the fight for equality. It was not a glossed over version with a nice neat ending. Its was a realistic historical interpretation of how the movement was (and continues to be) a struggle. Clay was very knowledgeable, but most importantly he framed how the leaders of the movement were heroic, especially the children involved in childrens' marches. It was full of setting and meaning, but also of interesting facts. The Magic City tour was also very good. Not a deep dive, but rather an understanding of how the different industries, civil rights, and just general life in the city played into the rise of Birmingham. The immersion into the iron plant was fascinating as were all the little tidbits of the city's history. Also, enjoyed the BBQ lunch and the other food stops during the day. Finally, so appreciative of Clay's honesty about his life and family's lives in relation to why he's giving tours. The guy really wants to give back and make Birmingham a better place. He's chosen this as his profession for the right reasons and it shows. -John (Paul Posluszny)

Response from Host

May 2018

Hey John, We had a great time showing y'all around all day. It was great to get to know y'all and hang out with y'all over the course of the two tours. Hope you son's lacrosse matches turned out well. Next time you're in town, join us for a brewery tour. Thanks again.

AudreyK1986

Feb 2018

My dad and I took the civil rights tour this morning and can’t express enough how much we loved it. We have each traveled extensively around the world, and consider this one of the best tours either of us has ever been on. It was absolutely fascinating, and as other reviewers mentioned Clay discusses the history in a knowledgeable and personal way. This tour was particularly special for my dad who has a deep interest in civil rights. He is very knowledgeable on the topic from both personal experiences and extensive reading, and loved every second of the tour. Clay - thank you for a fantastic tour and introduction to Birmingham!

Response from Host

May 2018

Hey Audrey, Thanks for the excellent review. We've worked really hard to ensure our tour is a good as can be. We're glad y'all felt as strongly as you did. Thanks for visiting the city and trying out Red Clay Tours.

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