Martin Luther King Jr. History Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Track the fascinating life of Martin Luther King Jr. in a fast-paced, unforgettable 2.5 hours, that reveals how Atlanta and the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood changed the world. This must-experience tour by Unexpected Atlanta Tours includes inspiring visits to Ebenezer Baptist Church, the King Center, and unexpected locations even locals don’t know. We will make the most of your visit to the King Historic District and make every minute you spend in this neighborhood count, and we make sure you know about all the important locations.
You will get a deep understanding of the people and places that inspired the Civil Rights Movement on this tour. As the only tour in the city authorized by the King Center, we'll give you the inside scoop into this incredible neighborhood.
[Note: This tour does NOT include going inside the King Birth Home or Old Ebenezer Baptist Church. Our walk is 1.7 miles with lots of standing; please contact us if you have any physical limitations.]
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
The tour operates rain or shine.
Not recommended for travelers with inability to walk and stand for long periods of time
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Ebenezer Baptist Church
Exterior only of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
The tour meets and ends at the National Historic Site, and includes an overview of the site, as well as detailed walk through various areas on the site. Due to potential staffing shortages, all National Park buildings are subject to closure at any time.
What‘s Included
• Entertaining and immersive stories of Dr. King and the many Civil Rights leaders
• Understanding the Atlanta's impact of the Civil Rights Movement
• Taking in the phenomenal views at the Jackson Street Bridge
Exterior of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and the King Center
• Seeing Prince Hall Grand Lodge, a hidden treasure in the Civil Rights Movement
Birth Home Tour (currently closed until 2025 )
Inside of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church Heritage Sanctuary
We do not provide transportation to or from the tour
Gratuities
Options
Spring afternoon
Afternoon Spring Tour
Winter Hours 12:00 PM
Guided Tour
Spring/Summer Hours 10:00 AM
Guided Tour
Reviews
719 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Five Star Tour
Sunshine17169014944,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kristine was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. A great tour of the Sweet Auburn area of Atlanta.
A must
Helena G,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really moving and informative. Nick is absolutely wonderful and so passionate. I learned a lot and also enjoyed Nicks company as well as him being an excellent guide.
Civil Rights Tour
echeniqued,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you so much Kristen! You were very thorough. We really appreciate your knowledge and time you took to answer our questions. I can’t wait to bring others on your tour. Take care and thank you again.
Don’t miss this experience
kellycF4646EJ,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazingly emotional and beautiful tour that is a must see experience while in Atlanta.
Martin Luther King walking tour
Susanne G,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Paris did an excellent job on this historical walking tour. She is very knowledgeable and led us around with a lot of enthusiasm and professionalism. I strongly recommend..
Brilliant tour and guide- must do
hollylM5239YU,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nic was an amazing guide really knowledgeable and engaging, the park is quite spread out and so it was really helpful to be guided around the area and have it brought to life with stories and anecdotes you can’t read on plaques,
A morning with Paris and MLK jnr.
B3307PKjm,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paris was brilliant. A knowledgeable guide who brought a wider understanding of the social and political context of the lives of MLKjnr and his supporters then and how the impact still continues in modern day Atlanta . Thank you.
Great tour with a great tour guide!
Q5435TEstephenc,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience Very educational and entertaining. Paris was great!
Amazing storyteller
daniellelZ333CI,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zoe was an amazing Tour Guide who told incredible stories and kept us well on time a beautiful day and a worthwhile experience.
Everyone should do this tour!
amyyV116EZ,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ariel was great!! She is so kind and knowledgeable. We just happened to come across this tour through TripAdvisor and we’re so glad we did, it was such a great experience. We learned a lot and saw some of the amazing history ATL has to offer. At the end, Ariel asked what people took from the tour and would share with others. I couldn’t think of anything at the time, but just a couple hours later we were telling our friends all the interesting facts we learned!
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