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Overview
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.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Built of the 1996 Olympic Games considered the attraction hub of Atlanta. World of Coke, Georgia Aquarium, CNN and others.
2. Heart of Atlanta! Where Atlanta began. -Amazing unknown facts!! See Five Points District and the Birthplace of Coca Cola
3. Atlanta's Government Center -Atlanta City Hall -Fulton County Courthouse -Georgia Depot
4. The Olympic Stadium & Torch and relive the 1996 olympic moments. Amazing unknown facts! Fulton County Stadium, Baseball legend Hank Aaron and Historic Summerhill
5. 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.
6. The Original Madea House that Tyler Perry filmed popular movies like "Diary of a Mad Black Women and Family Reunion.
7. 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
8. Atlanta oldest black owned bookstore and culture center *Great street art murals and famous black-owned businesses
9. 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
10. 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.
11. 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
12. See historic Civil Rights landmarks from schools, restaurants, businesses to Civil Rights headquarters to Civil Rights soldiers residences.
13. 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
14. *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
15. 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
Inclusion
Driver/ Local Tour guide
3-5 stops for exploring and selfies (lunch-stop is optional)
Exclusion
Gratuities (suggested)
Food
Child Car Seat
Parking rates range $10-$30 Parking lots are located about one block from Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
Tour operates in all weather. Umbrella or rain poncho is recommended for for light rain. For extreme weather conditions, please call the phone number on your voucher to reconfirm tour operation.
The morning tour starts from 10:00am-2:00pm and the afternoon tour 1:30pm-5:30pm
Reviews
4.8
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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