Atlanta: Black History and Civil Rights City Driving Tour
Downtown Atlanta, Atlanta
Explore Atlanta’s rich African-American history, culture, arts and unstoppable Black Excellence. We'll bring history to life as you hear the stories of the Civil Rights Movement that shaped Atlanta.
Highlights
- See Tyler Perry Studios and famous Hollywood TV, movie, and film locations in Atlanta
- Visit Sweet Auburn Avenue and the Martin Luther King Jr. Birth Home
- Explore Atlanta University Center, the largest consortium of Black colleges
- Experience stories of resilience, community, and progress that shaped America
- Enjoy an interactive guided tour full of insight, laughter, and pride
Description
This guided tour explores Atlanta's African-American heritage, highlighting the city's role in the modern Civil Rights Movement.
Travel down Sweet Auburn Avenue, historically known as “the richest Negro street in the world,” featuring landmark churches, iconic sites, and Black-owned businesses that shaped the community and movement.
Your local guide shares the stories behind leaders such as W.E.B. Du Bois, Madam C.J. Walker, Booker T. Washington, Stokely Carmichael, and Maynard Jackson, as well as lesser-known figures.
The route covers Downtown Atlanta, West End, Castleberry Hill, Vine City, and the Atlanta University Center (HBCU), ending at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth and final residence homes. This tour reflects the city’s history of struggle, triumph, and enduring spirit.
Includes
- Centralized pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned/heated vehicle
- Up to five stops for selfies and group photos
- Fully narrated tour
- Bottled water
Excludes
- Food
- Child car seats
- Wheelchair lift
- Tips
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book this tour to gain a deeper understanding of Atlanta’s Black heritage. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a camera. Morning departures offer cooler temperatures and fewer crowds.
