Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
Overview
Discover the rich history of Birmingham, Alabama, on a guided tour that takes you through the city’s most iconic landmarks. Visit Arlington House, our only remaining plantation house in the city limits. The Alabama Theatre, a beautifully restored 1927 movie palace, and the Lyric Theater and learn about its role in the city’s cultural history. Explore the Civil Rights District, where pivotal events of the Civil Rights Movement took place, including the 16th Street Baptist Church and Kelly Ingraham Park. Finally, marvel at the beautiful architecture of the Vulcan Park and Museum, home to the world’s largest cast iron statue.
Please note that this tour does not include the interior of the 16th street Baptist Church or The Alabama and Lyric Theaters.
This 3 – 4 hour tour gives the best overview of the history of the Magic City.
Please note that this tour does not include the interior of the 16th street Baptist Church or The Alabama and Lyric Theaters.
This 3 – 4 hour tour gives the best overview of the history of the Magic City.
Inclusions
- Bottled water - We always carry premium, ice chilled bottles of water for our guests
- Snacks - This tour includes a stop at the Alabama Peanut Company, with complementary tastings of freshly roasted and boiled peanuts. We also provide Local potato chips for those who might have allergies.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Vulcan Park and Museum
- Entry/Admission - Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens
- Entry/Admission - 16th Street Baptist Church
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Heaviest Corner on Earth, Intersection of 20th Street and 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
The Heaviest Corner on Earth is a promotional name given to the corner of 20th Street and 1st Avenue North in Birmingham, Alabama, United States, in the early 20th century. The name reflected the nearly simultaneous appearance of four of the tallest buildings in the South, the 10-story Woodward Building (1902), 16-story Brown Marx Building (1906), 16-story Empire Building (1909), and the 21-story American Trust and Savings Bank Building (1912).
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Morris Avenue, Morris Ave, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA
Our best preserved Victorian district...gaslights, cobblestones and all
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Alabama Peanut Company, 2016 Morris Ave, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA
We will stop by the best preserved Victorian District in the city and grab a bag of peanuts roasted in a building that has it's own mysterious history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Five Points South, Birmingham, AL 35205
We pass through this ever evolving area (and the center of Birmingham's Foodie revolution) and discuss how our city is becoming a MAJOR food destination
Pass By: 5 Points South Fountain - The Storyteller by Frank Fleming, 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA
This is an intriguing (and controversial) artwork
Stop At: Vulcan Park and Museum, 1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
We will see the largest Cast Iron statue in the world, get a great view of the city and learn about the moon that never sets
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens, 331 Cotton Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35211-1465
Our only remaining Southern Plantation House
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Rickwood Field Park, 1137 2nd Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35204-4502
The Oldest Ballpark in America - home to both White and Negro League teams and site of several movie locations
Currently undergoing renovations for a major League game in 2024 and closed to visitors
Pass By: Civil Rights District, Birmingham, AL 35203
This area is the center of the Civil Rights Struggle that defined Birmingham in the 60's (and continues to do so even today)
Stop At: 16th Street Baptist Church, 16th St & 6th Ave, Birmingham, AL 35203-1850
The very moving site of the bombing that slaughtered 4 children and cemented the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Heaviest Corner on Earth, Intersection of 20th Street and 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
The Heaviest Corner on Earth is a promotional name given to the corner of 20th Street and 1st Avenue North in Birmingham, Alabama, United States, in the early 20th century. The name reflected the nearly simultaneous appearance of four of the tallest buildings in the South, the 10-story Woodward Building (1902), 16-story Brown Marx Building (1906), 16-story Empire Building (1909), and the 21-story American Trust and Savings Bank Building (1912).
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Morris Avenue, Morris Ave, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA
Our best preserved Victorian district...gaslights, cobblestones and all
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Alabama Peanut Company, 2016 Morris Ave, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA
We will stop by the best preserved Victorian District in the city and grab a bag of peanuts roasted in a building that has it's own mysterious history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Five Points South, Birmingham, AL 35205
We pass through this ever evolving area (and the center of Birmingham's Foodie revolution) and discuss how our city is becoming a MAJOR food destination
Pass By: 5 Points South Fountain - The Storyteller by Frank Fleming, 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA
This is an intriguing (and controversial) artwork
Stop At: Vulcan Park and Museum, 1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
We will see the largest Cast Iron statue in the world, get a great view of the city and learn about the moon that never sets
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens, 331 Cotton Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35211-1465
Our only remaining Southern Plantation House
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Rickwood Field Park, 1137 2nd Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35204-4502
The Oldest Ballpark in America - home to both White and Negro League teams and site of several movie locations
Currently undergoing renovations for a major League game in 2024 and closed to visitors
Pass By: Civil Rights District, Birmingham, AL 35203
This area is the center of the Civil Rights Struggle that defined Birmingham in the 60's (and continues to do so even today)
Stop At: 16th Street Baptist Church, 16th St & 6th Ave, Birmingham, AL 35203-1850
The very moving site of the bombing that slaughtered 4 children and cemented the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Freedom13682658146
October 2023
It was a very personalized tour. My guide was very knowledgeable and had all sorts of information about each area we saw. It was done leisurely with time to sit and talk as we enjoyed a soda at the peanut store. The mansion was very beautiful. We also toured the garden and even tasted a fresh fig...
It was a very personalized tour. My guide was very knowledgeable and had all sorts of information about each area we saw. It was done leisurely with time to sit and talk as we enjoyed a soda at the peanut store. The mansion was very beautiful. We also toured the garden and even tasted a fresh fig right off the plant.cvn71rn
June 2023
My wife and I were visiting from Tampa Bay and this was our first time to Birmingham. The owner, Wolfgang, met us upon arrival…very friendly and helpful. David was our guide. He was very helpful, informative and professional…and a good driver! Make sure he takes you to a most unique watering hole...
My wife and I were visiting from Tampa Bay and this was our first time to Birmingham. The owner, Wolfgang, met us upon arrival…very friendly and helpful. David was our guide. He was very helpful, informative and professional…and a good driver! Make sure he takes you to a most unique watering hole, The Garage Cafe.willh741
June 2023
David was our tour guide today. We couldn't be happier with our tour. It was an entertaining,intimate,informative tour of Birmingham! David was sensitive to our interests and questions and implemented a unique tour tailored for us. It was one of the best tours we have had in numerous cities. W...
David was our tour guide today. We couldn't be happier with our tour. It was an entertaining,intimate,informative tour of Birmingham! David was sensitive to our interests and questions and implemented a unique tour tailored for us. It was one of the best tours we have had in numerous cities. We highly recommend!872virginiab
November 2021
My husband and I enjoyed this tour with Wolfgang. He is very knowlegable about the history and entertaining with it . He if flexible and willing to alter the stated itinerary to accommodate the preferences of the group. He will take up to 5 people in his van so it is a small group. I would re...
My husband and I enjoyed this tour with Wolfgang. He is very knowlegable about the history and entertaining with it . He if flexible and willing to alter the stated itinerary to accommodate the preferences of the group. He will take up to 5 people in his van so it is a small group. I would recommend this tour.konagirl92
October 2021
First of all Wolfgang ( our tour guide), was very knowledgeable about the Birmingham area. He kept us educated on the history and what was happening presently. My favorite part of the tour was our visit to the Alabama Peanut Company. Si ce I'm not from Alabama, my first taste of a boiled peanut ...
First of all Wolfgang ( our tour guide), was very knowledgeable about the Birmingham area. He kept us educated on the history and what was happening presently. My favorite part of the tour was our visit to the Alabama Peanut Company. Si ce I'm not from Alabama, my first taste of a boiled peanut was amazing! We were able to watch the worker open up the peanut roaster, and have the roasted peanuts fall into a metal tub when they were done. That was fun to watch. We bought the Cajun flavored peanuts to take home. Vulcan park was truly an experience I'll always cherish. We were also able to take pictures on Legion Field, the staff there was great and accomidating. We were also able to visit Rickwood Field, the oldest baseball park in America. That my friend was like viewing the past so glad that ,that field hasn't been torn down. What a historic treasure for Birmingham, that is being used in present day. We were able to witness this beautiful city alive and well. I will finish with this16th Street Church was a reminder to me that we should all love one another. Not try and hurt one another. The church is beautiful, the stained glass windows are amazing. I loved the MLK statue across the street. Birmingham is a gem!kendau2020
August 2021
Our tour guide did an AMAZING job! He was very informative of the of the historical locations we visited and was very friendly. Definitely recommend.
Our tour guide did an AMAZING job! He was very informative of the of the historical locations we visited and was very friendly. Definitely recommend.