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Dr. Martin Luther King Walking Tour with Local Historian
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Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn More
1 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, Spanish
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.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Meet your guide under the blue sign outside the Ebenezer Baptist Church on 101 Jackson St NE, Atlanta, GA 30312 at 9:30 AM. Free parking is also available at the MLK Welcome Center. The entrance to the park's parking lot is located on John Wesley Dobbs Avenue (GPS 33°45'32.43"N, 84°22'24.00"W).
Start time
09:30 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Spend time in front of the birth home of Martin Luther King, Jr. learning about the economic, social and religious background in which he grew up.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements in the (Special Reqirements Section) when checking out.
- Tour start time is approximate and can be adjusted for traffic conditions and pick-up schedule
- Please advise if wheelchair is required.
Operated by Great Exploration Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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