Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
Birmingham is known for its civil rights history, but matching landmarks to their significance can be difficult on a self-led tour. Visit notable locations, including the 16th Street Baptist Church, Kelly Ingram Park, and the site of the 1961 Freedom Riders attack, and discover their history from your guide. Travel between sites with ease via air-conditioned vehicle, and benefit from the small-group size for a more intimate experience.
Highlights
- ✓Visit landmarks including Dynamite Hill and Bethel Baptist Church
- ✓Avoid hidden costs with all entrance fees included
- ✓Gain intimate insight into the battle for civil rights from your guide
- ✓Enjoy a personalized experience in a small group
What you'll see & do
- ✓Guests will walk around Kelly Ingram Park, see 16th Street Baptist Church, and learn about the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham
- ✓Walk around the park to see the statues and learn about those who marched for freedom in Birmingham
- ✓Learn about the role the church played in the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham and the history of the church bombing that tragically killed four little girls.
- ✓See where the march protests ended in Birmingham and learn about groups fighting for Civil Rights in Birmingham
- ✓Guests will learn about Bull Connor and his clashes against those fighting for Civil Rights
- ✓Visit Dynamite Hill to see houses and churches that were bombing in Birmingham during the Civil Rights movement.
- ✓Guests will see the church where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth led the movement from
- ✓See the Black Business District to learn about Black life in Birmingham during its heyday.
- ✓Guests will see where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth attempted to integrate schools in Birmingham
- ✓See where the Freedom Riders where attacked in Birmingham.
What's included
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Air conditioned transportation
- ✓Live commentary on board
- ✓All activities
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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
TOUR RUNS RAIN OR SHINE. If canceled due to significant weather (hurricane, tornado, or ice), you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund. We have transporation if the rain becomes an issue.
We will walk over a mile on the tour in temperatures anywhere between 40-100F. Guests must be able to walk unassisted at a reasonable speed.
Not recommended for those that cannot walk at least a mile.
Not recommended for those affected by cold/hot weather.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
Birmingham is known for its civil rights history, but matching landmarks to their significance can be difficult on a self-led tour. Visit notable locations, including the 16th Street Baptist Church, Kelly Ingram Park, and the site of the 1961 Freedom Riders attack, and discover their history from your guide. Travel between sites with ease via air-conditioned vehicle, and benefit from the small-group size for a more intimate experience.
Highlights
- ✓Visit landmarks including Dynamite Hill and Bethel Baptist Church
- ✓Avoid hidden costs with all entrance fees included
- ✓Gain intimate insight into the battle for civil rights from your guide
- ✓Enjoy a personalized experience in a small group
What you'll see & do
- ✓Guests will walk around Kelly Ingram Park, see 16th Street Baptist Church, and learn about the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham
- ✓Walk around the park to see the statues and learn about those who marched for freedom in Birmingham
- ✓Learn about the role the church played in the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham and the history of the church bombing that tragically killed four little girls.
- ✓See where the march protests ended in Birmingham and learn about groups fighting for Civil Rights in Birmingham
- ✓Guests will learn about Bull Connor and his clashes against those fighting for Civil Rights
- ✓Visit Dynamite Hill to see houses and churches that were bombing in Birmingham during the Civil Rights movement.
- ✓Guests will see the church where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth led the movement from
- ✓See the Black Business District to learn about Black life in Birmingham during its heyday.
- ✓Guests will see where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth attempted to integrate schools in Birmingham
- ✓See where the Freedom Riders where attacked in Birmingham.
What's included
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Air conditioned transportation
- ✓Live commentary on board
- ✓All activities
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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
TOUR RUNS RAIN OR SHINE. If canceled due to significant weather (hurricane, tornado, or ice), you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund. We have transporation if the rain becomes an issue.
We will walk over a mile on the tour in temperatures anywhere between 40-100F. Guests must be able to walk unassisted at a reasonable speed.
Not recommended for those that cannot walk at least a mile.
Not recommended for those affected by cold/hot weather.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.