Welcome to Atlanta: Private Tour including Skyview Ferris Wheel
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.
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.
Atlanta is also popular for its cultural and food scene with patios in every neighbourhood, and for being the number 1 filming location for movies and TV shows in the world.
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!
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
On your private introductory tour of Atlanta, you will:
-Discover Atlanta's southern charm, rich history and vibrant culture.
-See the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Headquarters.
-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.
-Visit Centennial Olympic Park and its famous Olympic Rings, the legacy of the Olympics Games of 1996.
And much more!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The King Center, 449 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312-1503
Visit the King Center to see the Eternal Flame, the Freedom Walkway and Reflecting Pool surrounding Martin Luther King Jr.'s tomb.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ebenezer Baptist Church, 101 Jackson St NE, Atlanta, GA 30312-1501
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Auburn Avenue Northeast, Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, USA
See Dr King’s birthplace on Auburn Avenue, just one of several buildings that make up the Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: SKYVIEW Atlanta, 168 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303-2000
End your tour with tickets included to SkyView Atlanta, and admire the views of the city from above! Your guide will hand you tickets, and you will visit at your own leisure.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Start location: Historic Fire Station 6, 39 Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.