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!

1. 1

   Atlanta

   1 hour

   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!

2. 2

   The King Center

   30 min

   Visit the King Center to see the Eternal Flame, the Freedom Walkway and Reflecting Pool surrounding Martin Luther King Jr.'s tomb.

3. 3

   Ebenezer Baptist Church

   15 min

   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.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   15 min

   See Dr King’s birthplace on Auburn Avenue, just one of several buildings that make up the Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site.

5. 5

   SkyView Atlanta

   30 min

   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.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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