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.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- All activities
- Air conditioned transportation
- Gratuities
What To Expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Civil Rights District, Birmingham, AL 35203
Guests will walk around Kelly Ingram Park, see 16th Street Baptist Church, and learn about the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kelly Ingram Park, 5th Ave N at 16th St, Birmingham, AL
Walk around the park to see the statues and learn about those who marched for freedom in Birmingham
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 16th Street Baptist Church, 16th St & 6th Ave,
The Location
Where To Go
512 16th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA
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Return details
Returns to original departure point
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Written Reviews (24)
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Extensive local knowledge, difficult subject...
Jeff K | Oct 2021
Extensive local knowledge, difficult subject matter handled sensitively without pulling punches. Tour builds logically over time and location.
Clay and mike do an...
Glen A | Oct 2021
Clay and mike do an extraordinary job bringing the civil rights fight to life. I take many similar tours in my travels and this is one of the best.
Very informative tour!! ...
Valerie | Sep 2021
Very informative tour!! Loved Mike’s enthusiasm and knowledge of the history given . Highly recommended.
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Stroller accessible
Cancellation Policy
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