Atlanta: Martin Luther King Historical Park Walking Tour

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Atlanta: Martin Luther King Historical Park Walking Tour
Top rated
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
77 reviews

Join a guided outdoor walking tour that tracks the life of Martin Luther King Jr in Atlanta. Visit landmarks linked to the civil rights movement as well as places associated with Dr King's life.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English

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Lauri-Ann – United Kingdom

This tour brought personal and well as public aspects of MLK’s life into context. Full of tidbits and beautifully presented history with visual aids and short relevant voice recordings. Kristen was a superb guide: knowledgeable, eloquent, personable - and flexible enough to fit in a few tailored questions; wider, relevant history or to accommodate for the heat where feasible. We learnt so much and enjoyed the journey. Our teen was just as riveted as we were. An unmissable tour in Atlanta.

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Emma – United States

Jessica did an amazing job on our tour! She was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Definitely would recommend doing this tour!

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    407 Auburn Ave NE

  • Martin Luther King National Site

    Guided tour (25 minutes)

  • Guided tour

  • Jackson Street Bridge, Atlanta

    Guided tour (10 minutes)

  • Sweet Auburn

    Guided tour (1 minute)

  • Guided tour (10 minutes)

  • International Civil Rights Walk of Fame

    Guided tour (10 minutes)

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park on a walking tour
  • Walk in the footsteps of Dr King as you learn more about his life and work
  • Discover notable artifacts and photos related to MLK's life in the King Center
  • See the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, a hidden treasure of the civil rights movement
  • Hear immersive stories of Dr. King and other civil rights leaders in Atlanta

Full description

Embark on a guided walking tour of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park in Atlanta. Walk the same streets once traversed by Dr. King and see the places where he worked, lived, and worshipped including the Ebenezer Baptist Church and the Prince Hall Grand Lodge.

Meet your guide at the Behold Monument at the entrance to the King National Historical Park. Listen to amazing stories of civil rights leaders that seamlessly weave through the history of Martin Luther King JR, the civil rights movement, and the city of Atlanta.

Learn about the work of Dr. King with a visit to the Freedom Hall of the King Center. See the Ebenezer Baptist Church, the church where he served as co-pastor with his father. Visit Prince Hall Grand Lodge, which was the headquarters of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference during the 1960s.

Visit the King Center and see a variety of photos and artifacts related to his life. Take in the phenomenal views at the Jackson Street Bridge. By the end of the tour, you'll walk away with a deeper understanding of the life and enduring legacy of Martin Luther King.

Includes

  • Tour guide
  • Walking tour
  • Donation to the King Center
  • Entry tickets to the King Birth Home and Ebenezer Baptist Church
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Meet your guide next to the Behold Monument at the entrance to the King National Historical Park. The Behold Monument shows an African man holding a baby to the sky. Your guide will be waiting for you at the Behold Monument across from the Ebenezer Baptist Church. They will have an orange flag.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Cash
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • This tour involves a 1.7-mile outdoor walk with a lot of standing

From $40 per person

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Lauri-Ann – United KingdomJuly 1, 2025 – Verified booking
This tour brought personal and well as public aspects of MLK’s life into context. Full of tidbits and beautifully presented history with visual aids and short relevant voice recordings. Kristen was a superb guide: knowledgeable, eloquent, personable - and flexible enough to fit in a few tailored questions; wider, relevant history or to accommodate for the heat where feasible. We learnt so much and enjoyed the journey. Our teen was just as riveted as we were. An unmissable tour in Atlanta.
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Emma – United StatesJune 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Jessica did an amazing job on our tour! She was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Definitely would recommend doing this tour!
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Mary – United StatesMay 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide, Kristen, was the best! We enjoyed leaning something new & touting this historic area of Atlanta.

Product ID: 220860

Activity provider:
Unexpected Atlanta Tours & Stories

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