Atlanta's Black History and Civil Rights Tour

4.9
(1,311 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join us as we unfold time with this exciting Black History and Civil Rights tour. What better place to delve into African-American heritage than the Mecca of the Civil Rights Movement? Showcasing historic sites and most talked about black historic neighborhoods like Summerhill, The West End, Downtown Atlanta, Old 4th Ward and the Historic Sweet Auburn Ave District. During this 4 hour tour you will be immersed in black culture and arts, civil rights landmarks, groundbreaking HBCU’s, Tyler Perry Studios, along with famous Hollywood Film & TV locations and more. These are some of the reasons Atlanta is nicknamed "The Black Mecca" and one of the top destinations for Black History and Culture. This tour goes further than any other tour, allowing you to fully experience the historical and cultural significance of our groundbreaking city.

What's Included

Bottled water
Driver/ Local Tour guide
3-5 stops for exploring and selfies (lunch-stop is optional)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities (suggested)
Food
Child Car Seat
Parking rates range $10-$30 Parking lots are located about one block from Atlanta Marriott Marquis

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Atlanta Marriott Marquis

Meetup at the hotel’s STREET curbside for pickup (You’ll see a big grey sign on the hotel STREET curbside entrance that’ll display “Marriott Marquis Atlanta” The sign is located directly across the street from the Hyatt Regency. Paid-parking is available one block from the hotel. Arrive 15min early

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Built of the 1996 Olympic Games considered the attraction hub of Atlanta. World of Coke, Georgia Aquarium, CNN and others.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Heart of Atlanta! Where Atlanta began. -Amazing unknown facts!! See Five Points District and the Birthplace of Coca Cola

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Atlanta's Government Center -Atlanta City Hall -Fulton County Courthouse -Georgia Depot

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    The Olympic Stadium & Torch and relive the 1996 olympic moments. Amazing unknown facts! Fulton County Stadium, Baseball legend Hank Aaron and Historic Summerhill

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Fun Stop for selfies and group photos ***Note: Visitors are only allowed to enter the studio welcome entrance area after 5pm Friday, all-day Sat & Sun and holidays per Tyler Perry mgmt.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The Original Madea House that Tyler Perry filmed popular movies like "Diary of a Mad Black Women and Family Reunion.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    West End Atlanta-One of Atlanta’s spiritually rich and pro-black historic neighborhoods. Popular local black-owned businesses, Beautiful Victorian Homes, Beautiful Street Arts Murals

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Atlanta oldest bookstore and culture center *Great street art murals and famous black-owned businesses

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    HBCU's-Atlanta University Center (Largest Consortium of black colleges in the country) Morehouse College, Spellman College, Clark Atlanta University, Morris Brown College, Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse school of Medicine -Famous Film locations

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Cruising through the Centennial Olympic attractions and see the great views of Mercedes Benz stadium, CNN Center, State Farm Arena, and Downtown Atlanta's beautiful skyline.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Atlanta’s hidden jewel for eclectic, laid-back, rich art gallery scenery. -Paschal’s Restaurant -(OLG) Old Lady Gang Restaurant -The Glam Shop -Frost Bistro & Bar -Escobar Restaurant & Tapas -The Castleberry filming Back lot of famous movies & TV shows

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Once Atlanta’s richest Negro Street in the world. -Woodruff Park, Atlanta Daily World (1st black daily newspaper) -Atlanta Life, Apex Museum, Royal Peacock, - SCLC Headquarters, Historic Black churches -Beautiful Civil Rights art murals -Famous Movie locations

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See historic Civil Rights landmarks from schools, restaurants, businesses to Civil Rights headquarters to Civil Rights soldiers residences.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    *Atlanta’s historic gem! Lunch stop Great food and snack options from Independent/family-owned eateries like Soul food, BBQ, New Orleans, seafood West African & Asian cuisines, wide selections of herbs & spices and much more. Grady Hospital Butler Street YMCA

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

    Home to one of the greatest freedom fighters, Dr. MLK Jr! See Ebenezer Baptist Church, MLK’s Birth Home, The King Center The Visitors Center and more

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Historic Old 4th Ward District known for beautiful street art murals and Eclectic Bar District. -The Swag Shop, Esca Seafood & Bar, Cafe Circa Resturant & Bar Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar, Fin & Feathers, BQE Resturant & Lounge

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
  • Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel is the meet-up location for all travelers. Good location that's using using Marta train riders, Uber/Lyft drop offs. The hotel has comfortable lobby seating, clean bathrooms, and Starbucks (opened 6am-1pm only) Parking is available, but isn't free! The parking garages and lots are located about one block from the hotel. Parking rates range $10-$30. Most important to arrive 25-30 minutes before tour departure.
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