Birmingham Civil Rights Tour- Riding & Walking
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About This Tour in Birmingham
Why Visit Birmingham?
Birmingham, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Birmingham provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Birmingham
The easiest way to reach Birmingham is by flying into Birmingham Airport (BHX). From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Air conditioned transportation
- Live commentary on board
- All activities
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- TOUR RUNS RAIN OR SHINE. If canceled due to significant weather (hurricane, tornado, or ice), you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund. We have transporation if the rain becomes an issue.
- We will walk over a mile on the tour in temperatures anywhere between 40-100F. Guests must be able to walk unassisted at a reasonable speed.
- Not recommended for those that cannot walk at least a mile.
- Not recommended for those affected by cold/hot weather.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
GuestsI will be standing in front of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute next to the Fred Shuttlesworth statue. There is a parking lot diagonal from the front of the Institute that is free to park in. There is also free street parking(no meters) & paid street parking(meters) around the start point.
End Point
I will be standing in front of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute next to the Fred Shuttlesworth statue. There is a parking lot diagonal from the front of the Institute that is free to park in. There is also free street parking(no meters) & paid street parking(meters) around the start point.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Guests will walk around Kelly Ingram Park, see... 30 minutes
Guests will walk around Kelly Ingram Park, see 16th Street Baptist Church, and learn about the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham
Walk around the park to see the statues... 30 minutes
Walk around the park to see the statues and learn about those who marched for freedom in Birmingham
Learn about the role the church played in... 30 minutes
Learn about the role the church played in the Civil Rights movement in Birmingham and the history of the church bombing that tragically killed four little girls.
See where the march protests ended in Birmingham... 15 minutes
See where the march protests ended in Birmingham and learn about groups fighting for Civil Rights in Birmingham
Guests will learn about Bull Connor and his... 15 minutes
Guests will learn about Bull Connor and his clashes against those fighting for Civil Rights
Visit Dynamite Hill to see houses and churches... 15 minutes
Visit Dynamite Hill to see houses and churches that were bombing in Birmingham during the Civil Rights movement.
Guests will see the church where Rev 20 minutes
Guests will see the church where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth led the movement from
See the Black Business District to learn about... 5 minutes
See the Black Business District to learn about Black life in Birmingham during its heyday.
Guests will see where Rev 15 minutes
Guests will see where Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth attempted to integrate schools in Birmingham
See where the Freedom Riders where attacked in Birmingham 10 minutes
See where the Freedom Riders where attacked in Birmingham.
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What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
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