From Civil War to Civil Rights Private Tour



Follow the history of Atlanta from a major American Civil War battlefield to the center of the US Civil Rights movement

Highlights

  • See the site of the Battle of ATL, now encircled by historic Victorian homes
  • Explore a garden cemetery, resting place for thousands of Civil War soldiers
  • Discover the MLK Historic site, including his birthplace and church
  • Visit the 19th century mill town section of Atlanta, now a vibrant arts district

Description

Stops on your tour will include: Cabbagetown - an historic cotton milltown established in the late 19th century which still retains its unique and historical architecture Inman Park - site of the Battle of Atlanta, the neighborhood has many decorative Victorian homes, including the founder of Coca Cola Grant Park - see the oldest surviving pre-Civil War home in Atlanta as well as the birthplace of golf legend, Bobby Jones Oakland Cemetery - the garden cemetery is the final resting place for various historical figures including Civil War soldiers, the author of Gone with the Wind and the co-founder of The Masters Golf Tournament Martin Luther King Jr. Historic Site - the district includes the birthplace, church and final resting place of the leader of the Civil Rights movement

Includes

Pick-up and drop-off within Atlanta city limits Private guide Bottled water

Important Information

  • Pickup is available within Atlanta city limits If driving, the meeting location is the parking lot for the MLK Historic site 423 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE 30312

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Available Dates

September 2026 3 dates
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October 2026 31 dates
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November 2026 29 dates
Sun 1st Nov Mon 2nd Nov Tue 3rd Nov Wed 4th Nov Thu 5th Nov Fri 6th Nov
December 2026 30 dates
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