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Historical Highlights of Birmingham

Overview
On this three hour WALKING AND RIDING adventure around the "Magic City" we'll hit the historical highlights of Birmingham, AL. We'll see the best of what this town has to offer and taste a few local treats along the way. To start, we'll set our sights on the original rail lines and discuss Birmingham's origins. From there we'll make stops to learn about Birmingham's baseball history, the Civil Rights Movement and when the city was "The Industrial Capital Of the South." We might even head over to Legion Field, site of some 1996 Olympic soccer, or futbol, matches and Rickwood Field, oldest ballpark in America.
City: Birmingham
Tue 24 Dec
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Starting at $70.00
Tue 24 Dec
Starting at $70.00
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What's Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Snacks
Air conditioned transportation
Live commentary on board
Beverages
All activities
Additional Info
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adultā€™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
  • Any sight temporarily closed will be substituted with another sight in town
  • Guests should be prepared to walk the equivalent of one mile on the tour
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • 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
1
Birmingham's Railroad Park
We will get a great view of the city and learn about the origins of the city and the skyline of the city.
2
Heaviest Corner on Earth
Get a glimpse of the Heaviest Corner...or at least learn why it's called that
3
Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark
Here we will learn about the foundations of the city and how we were built by iron, specifically pig iron.
4
Kelly Ingram Park
We will walk around the park to discuss the marches in April and May of 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement.
5
Civil Rights District
Guests will learn about the Civil Rights movement here in Birmingham
6
16th Street Baptist Church
See the church where four girls were tragically killed in a 1963 church bombing.
7
Rickwood Field Park
See the Oldest Baseball Park in America...right here in Birmingham
8
Alabama Theatre
Guests will get to see the old theater district here in Birmingham
9
Vulcan Park and Museum
See the largest cast iron statue in the world from atop Red Mountain
Show 6 more stops
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (37)
hullls
Jun 2019
I had the pleasure of working with Clay for our 2019 EMMG ladies tour! He was AWESOME!! Clay and his tour far exceeded everyone's expectations! We were amazed at his knowledge, loved his wit and impressed with his hospitality. Clay you deserve 10 stars!! Thanks so much for everything!
MagneticCommand
Jun 2019
We just moved to Birmingham and took the opportunity of having family visit to schedule a tour with Clay. He was so much fun, and has a true love of Birmingham that is contagious. He quickly figured out our interests and kept us all entertained while taking us to places I know we would have never found on our own. Also, Clay was very business-like in getting the tour scheduled and making sure we knew the meeting point. We are looking forward to taking more of his tours around Birmingham.
Holly_S
Jun 2019
I have traveled many times to Birmingham to complete my Master's Degree and graduate certificate in low vision rehab. I never had the opportunity to stay and really get to know the town. Because I had extra time, I decided to tour the city. I chose this tour because it fit my schedule. I travel to many cities and I believe this is the best tour I have ever been on. The tour guide was professional, enthusiastic, well versed and interesting. If you have never traveled to Birmingham and would like to enjoy a great day, this is the best tour ever. I am sure this tour guide has other tours that you may also enjoy. Thank you for the wonderful tour!

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