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.

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

What To Expect

Civil Rights District

Guests will walk around Kelly Ingram Park, see 16th Street Baptist Church, and learn about the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kelly Ingram Park

Walk around the park to see the statues and learn about those who marched for freedom in Birmingham
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

16th Street Baptist Church

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.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Linn Park

See where the march protests ended in Birmingham and learn about groups fighting for Civil Rights in Birmingham
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Boutwell Auditorium

Guests will learn about Bull Connor and his clashes against those fighting for Civil Rights
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Smithfield

Visit Dynamite Hill to see houses and churches that were bombing in Birmingham during the Civil Rights movement.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Historic Bethel Baptist Church

Guests will see the church where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth led the movement from
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eddie Kendrick Memorial Park

See the Black Business District to learn about Black life in Birmingham during its heyday.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

John Herbert Phillips Academy

Guests will see where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth attempted to integrate schools in Birmingham
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wells Fargo ATM

See where the Freedom Riders where attacked in Birmingham.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Stroller accessible
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
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Include

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
All activities
Air conditioned transportation

Exclude

Gratuities

  • Checkboxes