Guided Martin Luther King Walking Tour with Historian

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Martin Luther King Home — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

MLK National Historical Park — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 45 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Great Exploration Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–64 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Ebenezer Baptist Church

15 min

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.
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park

30 min Admission not included

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.
Stop 3

10 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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).

End 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).

Using your ticket

Please contact local tour supplier 24 to 48 hrs to confirm pick up details.
Entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.
Tour start time is approximate and can be adjusted for traffic conditions and pick-up schedule
Please advise if wheelchair is required.