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Martin Luther King Jr. History Walking Tour

From$40
2h 30m
Commentary: Guide · en
Atlanta, USA

About this activity

Discover untold stories of Dr. King's legacy while walking the streets where he grew up and then later made his family's home. You'll understand Atlant's impact on the Civil Rights Movement and be inspired by the stories of the neighborhood. 

Highlights

  • Guided tour of Dr. King's neighborhood
  • Sticker brochure and souvenir postcard
  • Audio of Dr. King's powerful speeches
  • Instagrammable views of downtown Atlanta at the Jackson Street Bridge

Full description

Track the fascinating life of Martin Luther King Jr. in a fast-paced, unforgettable 2.5 hours, that reveals how Atlanta and the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood changed the world. This must-experience tour by Unexpected Atlanta Tours includes inspiring visits to Ebenezer Baptist Church, the King Center, and unexpected locations even locals don’t know. We will make the most of your visit to the King Historic District and make every minute you spend in this neighborhood count, and we make sure you know about all the important locations. 

You will get a deep understanding of the people and places that inspired the Civil Rights Movement on this tour. As the only tour in the city authorized by the King Center, we'll give you the inside scoop into this incredible neighborhood. 

[Note: This tour does NOT include going inside the King Birth Home or Old Ebenezer Baptist Church. Our walk is 1.7 miles with lots of standing; please contact us if you have any physical limitations.] 

Included / Excluded

  • Exterior of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and the King Center
  • • Seeing Prince Hall Grand Lodge, a hidden treasure in the Civil Rights Movement
  • • Entertaining and immersive stories of Dr. King and the many Civil Rights leaders
  • • Taking in the phenomenal views at the Jackson Street Bridge
  • • Understanding the Atlanta's impact of the Civil Rights Movement
  • Birth Home Tour (For more information visit: https://thekingcenter.org/visit/ )
  • Inside of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church Heritage Sanctuary
  • We do not provide transportation to or from the tour
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

450a Auburn Ave NE, Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, United States

Important information

Know before you book

  • This is a mostly outdoor walking tour.
  • Tours are held rain or shine.
  • Free parking is available.

Know before you go

  • This is NOT a bus tour. Do not get on a bus!
  • Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather
  • Parking is free and is a 5 minute walk to the meeting point.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

4.9(104 reviews)
TRIPADVISOR
taylor26reeves
Jul 2025
5.0

Zoe was an amazing tour guide, she was so knowledgeable and well-spoken, we loved it. Highly recommend if you are visiting Atlanta.

VIATOR
Harlanette_H
Jul 2025
3.0

This was not the advertised 2.5 tour and the food tastings were less in number than advertised. It was alittle over 2 hours and 6 tastings...not 8-9 as we were told. The last stop at a renown bakery and we were given 2 kinds of cookies in a bag "to go" and abruptly dismissed.

VIATOR
Portia_K
Jul 2025
5.0

had such a wonderful time on this walking tour. Our guide, Joy, was an absolutely wonderful guide it was clear that she had a passion for what she does - knows the history of the area and MLK very well and we thought she told the stories of his life and presence in Atlanta with great skill such that we were deeply moved by the end of tour. We appreciate that she gave us some extra time and will definitely book future tours with the unexpected folks - especially the food tour. Thank you Joy! See you next time :)

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Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with inability to walk and stand for long periods of time
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