Dr. Martin Luther King's Tour

Overview

Experience a guided tour of the historic neighborhood where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spent his childhood. Our tour gives an in-depth overview of the life of Dr. King Jr. from his formative years as a youth growing up on historic “Sweet Auburn” Ave, once called the richest Negro street in the world, to his impact as a leader in the Civil Rights Movement. Hear the stories that helped shape his character. You’ll gain insight into Atlanta’s history as well as other movers and shakers such as the city’s first Black Millionaire, on through the struggles of the Jim Crow era. Our guide is a long-time Atlanta resident who has worked for three former Atlanta Mayors including civil rights icon and former U.S. Ambassador. Andrew J. Young Jr.

City: Atlanta

Tue 01 Jul

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Tue 01 Jul

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What's Included

Professional guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum numbers of (4) guest to run tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Tour start time is approximate and can be adjusted for traffic conditions and pick-up schedule
Please advise if wheelchair is required.

What To Expect

Ebenezer Baptist Church

Begin in front of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church with a brief of history of the formation of Atlanta, the Civil War, reconstruction and Jim Crow.

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

As the walk continues learn “Daddy Kings” background and how the family became associated with original Ebenezer Baptist Church. Along the way we visit Freedom Hall and see exhibits on Dr. King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King. We see The Reflecting Pool and tombs of Dr. and Mrs. King, Jr.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (45)

elderlmark

Dec 2019

This was a great educational experience of Dr Kings History. His family and his journey. It was very informative and the lunch was so good. We have a awesome tour guide she was the best. Mrs Tiffaney, you was the best.

Response from Host

Dec 2019

Thank you very much for review and taking our Dr. Martin Luther King Tour. Our tour guides are local historians who enjoy what they do. Our tours and day trips are the perfect overview of each destination's history, culture, activities, scenic views and cuisine. Thank you again for your review. We hope to see you on your next trip to Atlanta.

Elizabeth_L

Sep 2019

What a wonderful day and very interesting. Our tour guide was incredible, very warm and personable, very knowledgeable and just a pure joy to spend time with. She deserves 100 thumbs up!!! I've lived here my entire life and found out things I never knew, things like why it's called Sweet Auburn etc....

Donald C

Aug 2018

This was a dream come true and a very moving experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable. I don't know which part of the tour I enjoyed the most. However, when we first stopped a the museum next door to the new Ebenezer Baptist Church, it brought back a lot of memories, as I watched history unfold on the TV while growing up as a boy in Ohio. Seeing and going inside the original Ebenezer Baptist Church, across the street from the new one, was a solemn moment I will never forget.

Response from Host

Nov 2019

Thank you for your positive review. We are very pleased to hear you enjoyed your tour to the Dr. Martin Luther King National Historical Park. It was our pleasure to tour with you. Best Regards Hamblet