Uncover the rich African-American heritage and pivotal civil rights movement in Atlanta with our immersive 4-hour black history and culture tour. Discover historic sites, famous neighborhoods, HBCUs, Hollywood film locations, and more.
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Centennial Olympic Park - Built for the 1996 Olympic Games, this park is the central attraction hub of Atlanta. Nearby attractions include the World of Coke, Georgia Aquarium, and CNN.
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Underground Atlanta - The heart of Atlanta and the city’s birthplace.
-Discover amazing unknown facts! Visit the Five Points District and the Birthplace of Coca-Cola. -
Georgia State Capitol - The center of Atlanta’s government.
-Atlanta City Hall
-Fulton County Courthouse
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Atlanta Olympic Cauldron Tower - Visit the Olympic Stadium & Torch and relive the moments of the 1996 Olympics. Discover amazing unknown facts! See Fulton County Stadium, learn about baseball legend Hank Aaron, and explore Historic Summerhill.
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Tyler Perry Studios - A fun stop for selfies and group photos.
*Note: Visitors are only allowed to enter the studio welcome entrance area after 5pm on Fridays, and all day on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays as per Tyler Perry management. -
Madea’s House - The original Madea House where Tyler Perry filmed popular movies like “Diary of a Mad Black Woman” and “Family Reunion.”
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West End Historic District - One of Atlanta’s spiritually rich and pro-black historic neighborhoods. Known for popular local black-owned businesses, beautiful Victorian homes, and stunning street art murals.
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Shrine of the Black Madonna - Atlanta’s oldest bookstore and cultural center.
*Features great street art murals and famous black-owned businesses. -
Atlanta University Center Historic District - Home to the largest consortium of black colleges in the country, including Morehouse College, Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, Morris Brown College, Interdenominational Theological Center, and Morehouse School of Medicine.
-Famous film locations. -
Mercedes Benz Stadium - Cruise through the Centennial Olympic attractions and enjoy great views of Mercedes Benz Stadium, CNN Center, State Farm Arena, and Downtown Atlanta’s beautiful skyline.
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Castleberry Hill Historic District - Atlanta’s hidden gem known for its eclectic, laid-back art gallery scene.
-Paschal’s Restaurant
-(OLG) Old Lady Gang Restaurant
-The Glam Shop
-Frost Bistro & Bar
-Escobar Restaurant & Tapas
-The Castleberry filming backlot of famous movies & TV shows. -
Sweet Auburn - Once the richest African American street in the world.
-Woodruff Park, Atlanta Daily World (the first black daily newspaper)
-Atlanta Life, Apex Museum, Royal Peacock
-SCLC Headquarters, historic black churches
-Beautiful Civil Rights art murals
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Vine City - Explore historic Civil Rights landmarks, including schools, restaurants, businesses, Civil Rights headquarters, and residences of Civil Rights leaders.
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The Municipal Market - *Atlanta’s historic gem! A great lunch stop with a variety of food and snack options from independent and family-owned eateries offering soul food, BBQ, New Orleans cuisine, seafood, West African and Asian cuisines, a wide selection of herbs and spices, and much more.
Grady Hospital
Butler Street YMCA -
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site - Home to one of the greatest freedom fighters, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Visit Ebenezer Baptist Church, MLK’s birth home, The King Center, the Visitors Center, and more.
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Edgewood Avenue Southeast - Located in the historic Old 4th Ward District, known for its beautiful street art murals and eclectic bar scene.
-The Swag Shop, Esca Seafood & Bar, Cafe Circa Restaurant & Bar
Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar, Fin & Feathers, BQE Restaurant & Lounge
- Bottled water
- Driver/ Local Tour guide
- 3-5 stops for exploring and selfies (lunch-stop is optional)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Gratuities (suggested)
- Food
- Child Car Seat
- Parking rates range $10-$30 Parking lots are located about one block from Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Be a part of our thrilling Black History and Civil Rights journey as we traverse in time. There’s no better setting to explore African-American legacy than the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement itself. Highlighting historical locations and the much-discussed black historic neighborhoods, such as Summerhill, The West End, Downtown Atlanta, Old 4th Ward, and the Historic Sweet Auburn Ave District. During this 4-hour excursion, you will be engrossed in black arts and culture, civil rights milestones, pioneering HBCU’s, Tyler Perry Studios, along with well-known Hollywood Film & TV spots and more. These aspects contribute to Atlanta’s nickname ‘The Black Mecca’ and make it one of the key places for Black History and Culture. This tour offers more depth than any other, enabling you to completely grasp the historical and cultural importance of our innovative city.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel is the meet-up location for all travelers. Good location that’s using using Marta train riders, Uber/Lyft drop offs. The hotel has comfortable lobby seating, clean bathrooms, and Starbucks (opened 6am-1pm only) Parking is available, but isn’t free! The parking garages and lots are located about one block from the hotel. Parking rates range $10-$30. Most important to arrive 25-30 minutes before tour departure.
- Tour operates in all weather. Umbrella or rain poncho is recommended for for light rain. For extreme weather conditions, please call the phone number on your voucher to reconfirm tour operation.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- The morning tour starts from 9:30am-1:30pm and the afternoon tour 2:15pm-6:15pm
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
