Welcome to Atlanta: Private Tour including Skyview Ferris Wheel Atlanta, GA

Travel Curious39 Boulevard NEAtlanta, GA 30312
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Total Price: $290.70 (USD)
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Overview

Embark on a private Atlanta walking tour of the city’s biggest highlights, including the historic Martin Luther King Park. Visit key sites like the King Center, walk along Auburn Avenue to see the iconic CNN building, and so much more. This introductory Atlanta tour ends with a ride on the 20-story Skyview Ferris Wheel for breathtaking skyline views from above.

up to 2.5 hrs

Good To Know

  • See Dr King's birthplace, John Wesley Dobbs Plaza, the CNN building, and more.
  • Walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther King through the heartlands of the Civil Rights Movement.
  • Discover Atlanta's rich history and vibrant culture on this 2.5-hour walking tour.
  • Suitable for couples, culture vultures, families and history buffs.
  • Tour is for all ages.
  • Tickets to SkyView Atlanta is included.
  • Other tickets, food & drinks, and transportation are not included.
  • This is an exclusive tour with just you, your group and your guide.

Description

Explore Atlanta, Georgia's capital and a city with a diverse and thriving cultural scene on this private walking tour where you will get the opportunity to discover its most popular highlights, and to walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther King through the heartlands of the Civil Rights Movement.

On your private Civil Rights Tour of Atlanta, you will:
  • Discover Atlanta's southern charm, rich history, and vibrant culture
  • See Dr King’s birthplace on Auburn Avenue, just one of several buildings that make up the Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site
  • Visit the site of King’s baptism and funeral - the Ebenezer Baptist Church - which has become the most meaningful symbol of civil rights in America
  • See the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Headquarters
  • Visit the King Center to see the Eternal Flame, the Freedom Walkway and Reflecting Pool surrounding Martin Luther King Jr.'s tomb
  • Pass by the SCLC National Office and learn about this still-active national and international human rights organization
  • Explore the John Wesley Dobbs Plaza, named after John Wesley Dobbs, informally known as the "Mayor of Auburn Avenue" and a local and powerful voice in the African-American community
  • See the Woodruff Park Fountain, constructed in 1995 to commemorate Atlanta’s role in the Civil Rights movement
  • Walk along Auburn Avenue towards Downtown Atlanta to see the iconic CNN building
  • Visit Centennial Olympic Park and its famous Olympic Rings, the legacy of the Olympics Games of 1996
  • End your tour with tickets included to SkyView Atlanta, and admire the views of the city from above!

Known as “The Cradle of the Civil Rights Movement,” Atlanta emerged as the epicentre for activism from 1940 to 1970 when it became the cultural catalyst for freedom without discrimination or repression. Black leaders called for voting rights, access to public facilities and institutions, and economic and educational opportunities for African Americans.

The civil rights movement had a spiritual home in Atlanta, specifically in the Sweet Auburn district, where the influence of Martin Luther King Jr. and his wife on civil rights history can still be felt to this day. It is here that King first had “his dream” while honing a particularly powerful speech that would have a seismic impact on US race relations.

Atlanta is also popular for its cultural and food scene with patios in every neighborhood, and for being the number 1 filming location for movies and TV shows in the world, like the popular show Stranger Things filmed on the outskirts of Atlanta.

You will discover the legacy of the Olympic Games of 1996 by taking a stroll down the Centennial Olympic Park to see its iconic Olympic rings and end your tour with a ride on the Skyview Atlanta Ferris Wheel where you will admire the skyline of the city from above. The perfect way to end this introductory tour!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Welcome to Atlanta: Private Tour including Skyview Ferris Wheel

Where is the meeting point for this Travel Curious tour?

You will be meeting your guide for the Welcome to Atlanta tour at "Historic Fire Station 6", located at 39 Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, or as advised on your e-ticket. Please be at the location 10-15 minutes prior to your tour.

How long is this tour?

The Private Welcome to Atlanta tour is approximately 2.5 hours.

What does the tour include?

This tour includes tickets to the SkyView Atlanta, a local English-speaking guide, and an expertly guided walking tour. Travel Curious tours are all given in English, but numerous guides may speak other languages. Please call the number provided on your e-ticket to see if they can accommodate any special requests.

What will we see on this highlights of Atlanta tour?

You will be seeing and touring the following areas, most notably in the Sweet Auburn district: (1) Martin Luther King in Auburn Avenue, one of several buildings that make up the Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site (2) Ebenezer Baptist Church where Dr. King was baptized and where his funeral was held (3) Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Headquarters which was an agency created to coordinate several civil rights movements (4) King Center an institution honoring MLK (5) The John Wesley Dobbs Plaza to honor the "Mayor of Auburn Avenue" (6) Centennial Olympic Park and its famous Olympic Rings, the legacy of the Olympics Games of 1996

Is transportation included?

This is a family-friendly, guided walking tour. Transportation, food & drinks, and other ticket entrances not mentioned is not included in this highlights of Atlanta tour.

Is parking provided?

There is free parking near the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park which is near the departure point. There are also multiple garages nearby that charge according to length of stay, time of the day, and day of the week. You can also contact the phone number on your e-ticket to ask for advice on how to get to the departure point via car or public transport.

Are there any age/physical/health/etc. restrictions for this tour?

This tour is suitable for all ages. All guests must be at moderate physical fitness as the majority of the Tour of Atlanta will be spent walking. Accommodations can be made according to need of the guests.

What should I bring?

Bring your camera and cash on hand for any other purchases or gratuities (optional)!

What should I wear?

Casual clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended.

Will there be other people on the tour?

This is a private walking tour, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.

How does Travel Curious ensure the quality of their guides?

All tour guides currently active go through a vetting process in which they carry out interviews, check previous reviews and employers references if applicable. More importantly, they make sure that these guides provide an excellent experience for the guests.