Overview
On this three hour WALKING AND RIDING adventure around the "Magic City" we'll hit the historical highlights of Birmingham, AL. We'll see the best of what this town has to offer and taste a few local treats along the way. To start, we'll set our sights on the original rail lines and discuss Birmingham's origins.
From there we'll make stops to learn about Birmingham's baseball history, the Civil Rights Movement and when the city was "The Industrial Capital Of the South." We might even head over to Legion Field, site of some 1996 Olympic soccer, or futbol, matches and Rickwood Field, oldest ballpark in America.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Snacks
Air conditioned transportation
Live commentary on board
Beverages
All activities
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We meet in front of the Railroad Park sign
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
This tour contains both WALKING and RIDING. We cannot accommodate those who cannot walk at least one (1) mile over the course of three hours. You must be able to walk at least one (1) mile and then stand while to tour is being provided. You will not be able to sit in the transportation while the group is out walking. Refunds will not be given to those who cannot walk.
Masks are still required at this time while on transportation.
What to expect
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Birmingham's Railroad Park
20 min
We will get a great view of the city and learn about the origins of the city and the skyline of the city.
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Heaviest Corner on Earth
5 min
Get a glimpse of the Heaviest Corner...or at least learn why it's called that
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Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark
30 min
Here we will learn about the foundations of the city and how we were built by iron, specifically pig iron.
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Kelly Ingram Park
10 min
We will walk around the park to discuss the marches in April and May of 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement.
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Civil Rights District
5 min
Guests will learn about the Civil Rights movement here in Birmingham
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16th Street Baptist Church
5 min
See the church where four girls were tragically killed in a 1963 church bombing.
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Rickwood Field Park
10 min
See the Oldest Baseball Park in America...right here in Birmingham
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Alabama Theatre
10 min
Guests will get to see the old theater district here in Birmingham
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Vulcan Park and Museum
15 min
See the largest cast iron statue in the world from atop Red Mountain
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Guests should be prepared to walk the equivalent of one mile on the tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
FAQs about Historical Highlights of Birmingham
Can I cancel Historical Highlights of Birmingham for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min–3 hours.
Where does it start?
We meet in front of the Railroad Park sign
What's included?
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Snacks
- Air conditioned transportation
- Live commentary on board
- Beverages
- All activities
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Birmingham's Railroad Park, Heaviest Corner on Earth, Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, Kelly Ingram Park, Civil Rights District, Rickwood Field Park, Alabama Theatre, Vulcan Park and Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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