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Footsteps to Freedom Self-Guided Tour Through Birmingham

New2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Drives & Detours
Experience one of America’s most defining eras as you walk through Birmingham’s Civil Rights District on this self-guided tour.

About this activity

Step into one of the most powerful chapters of American history with this self-guided walking tour through Birmingham’s Civil Rights District.

Designed to be immersive and reflective, this experience guides you through the streets where ordinary people carried out extraordinary acts of courage, changing the course of a nation through peaceful resistance.

As you explore at your own pace, you’ll encounter churches, parks, and monuments that witnessed pivotal moments of the 1960s movement.

Thoughtful storytelling brings context to the architecture and public spaces, revealing how strategy, faith, and community shaped a national awakening rooted in Birmingham.

This walk isn’t just about learning history — it’s about feeling it.

By connecting place with personal stories, the tour offers a meaningful way to understand how protest, sacrifice, and hope transformed this city and left a lasting mark on the American conscience.

What's included

  • ✓Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
  • ✓Audio Guide
  • ✓App and Tour Download

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone (bring your own)

Meeting and pickup

  • The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is a large domed building on 16th Street North, beside Kelly Ingram Park. It is opposite the 16th Street Baptist Church.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Works entirely offline once downloaded—no cell service required
  • GPS-triggered audio plays automatically based on your location
  • Flexible - Buy once, use any day/time—access never expires
  • Get the Drives & Detours app download the tour ahead of time

Cancellation policy

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

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