Atlanta Civil War & Civil Rights Tour

Experience the history of the American Civil War and its significance in the Civil Rights movement in Atlanta .

Civil War & Civil Rights Tour

Pickup is available from your hotel in Atlanta at the scheduled time. A comfortable bus will transport you to key historical sites associated with the Civil War, highlighting Atlanta's role as a significant battlefield during this period.

The first stop will be Cabbagetown, a preserved 19th-century neighborhood listed in the U.S. National Register of Historic Places for its relevance to the cotton industry.

Next, we’ll visit Inman Park, the site of the Battle of Atlanta, which was pivotal in hastening the war's conclusion. Despite significant destruction, some Victorian houses remain for view.

Our final Civil War location will be Oakland Cemetery, resting place of soldiers and notable figures like the founder of the Masters Golf Tournament and Margaret Mitchell.

The tour will also cover Atlanta's political history, focusing on Civil Rights. Visit Martin Luther King Jr.'s home, the church he attended, and his grave, guided by a knowledgeable narrator on the Civil Rights movement.

The last stop will be the Sweet Auburn Curb Market, Atlanta's only public market, which was once the wealthiest African-American street in the world. Insights on its history will be provided during the tour.

After the tour, we will return to your hotels in Atlanta.

Pickup Information

This tour includes pickup from hotels in Midtown Atlanta, Downtown, and Buckhead. If your accommodation is outside these areas, we will meet you at the MLK Library parking lot.