Montgomery Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Self Guided (GPS) Walking Tour

Montgomery Civil Rights Walk of Freedom Self Guided (GPS) Walking Tour

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About This Tour in Montgomery

Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient and a better story teller. The tour never expires. You can take it as many times as you want. And after taking the on location tour you'll unlock a virtual tour you can listen to anytime. Did you ever think "What did the tour guide say?" With our WalknTours app you can listen anytime and keep the stories forever. You'll see the historic civil rights spots in Montgomery associated with Martin Luther King Jr, Rosa Parks, The Freedom Riders, the Selma to Montgomery Marches and many more. You'll get a chance to eat a hotdog at the place Martin Luther King Jr at hotdogs. Same shop! You'll learn about Jim Crow laws and how people fought for civil rights in Montgomery.

Why Visit Montgomery?

Montgomery, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Montgomery 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 Montgomery

You can reach Montgomery, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. 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

  • Civil Rights stories in Montgomery AL
  • Learn about the Montgomery Bus Boycott
  • The tour never expires take it as many times as you like
  • See Rosa Parks Bus stop and hear her story
  • Professional, GPS Guided, Audio Tour
  • After taking the tour on location listen again virtually anytime
  • Go at your own pace and schedule
  • Learn the story of Martin Luther King Jr in Montgomery
  • Smart Phone Guided (GPS) Tour on our app WalknTours
  • Learn the history of Jim Crow Laws, segregation and "Separate but Equal"

What's Not Included

  • There are no in person guides, it's a smart phone app guided audio tour
  • No food or drink are included
  • no admission to any buildings is included. This is all outside

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Where you

It was on this spot on December 1st, 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat because of the color of her skin. That decision changed the USA and changed the history of the world. You'll hear Rosa Parks story. Our tour starts here. This is an outside walking tour.

End Point

Our tour ends at the stairs of the Alabama State Capital, the place that the Selma to Montgomery March ended and Martin Luther King Jr. gave his speech "How Long, Not Long". You'll hear part of that speech and the story of MLK and the march from Selma.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Where you are standing right now is the... 5 minutes

Where you are standing right now is the very spot where Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat because of the color of her skin. She was not the first, nor the last to be arrested. But her actions sparked the civil rights movement and brought national attention to Martin Luther King Jr. Here you will hear the story of what happened that day. Our tour starts here. We will only be outside. If you want to go inside you can pause the tour and buy a ticket. This is an outdoor walking tour.

We will stop by the courthouse and hear...

We will stop by the courthouse and hear about Judge Johnson who ruled in favor of Rosa Parks and changed history.

The Freedom Riders challenged the rulings against segregation... 5 minutes

The Freedom Riders challenged the rulings against segregation laws on buses and risked their lives to show the world the inequality that the people of the South faced. You'll hear their story of traveling through Alabama and being attacked.

This famous square was once the hub of... 10 minutes

This famous square was once the hub of slave trading, the bus stop Rosa Parks waited at to catch her bus, the start of the civil war, and so much more.

We will follow Dexter Avenue hearing the stories... 5 minutes

We will follow Dexter Avenue hearing the stories of it's history, Selma to Montgomery March and more.

We will stop by this iconic restaurant that... 5 minutes

We will stop by this iconic restaurant that was once frequented by Martin Luther King Jr, Elvis and many Presidents of the USA. It's a gathering place fo the people.

You'll see the memorial and hear the story...

You'll see the memorial and hear the story of how the marchers walked from Selma to Montgomery.

This is the church Martin Luther King Jr... 5 minutes

This is the church Martin Luther King Jr got his start, where he first preached and united the people of Montgomery and the world. You'll hear about MLK.

The tour ends on the stairs of the... 5 minutes

The tour ends on the stairs of the Alabama State Capital, the spot where Martin Luther King Jr gave his speech "How Long, Not Long!" You'll hear a clip of the speech and learn how that march changed the USA forever.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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