Discover Birmingham’s story of iron, fire, and civil rights on a half-day tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems.
See the best of the Magic City in just half a day. This guided 3–4 hour driving tour blends Birmingham’s most iconic landmarks with hidden gems only locals know.
Begin at Vulcan Park, home to the world’s largest cast-iron statue, then explore the city’s early days at Arlington House, Birmingham’s only remaining plantation home. Discover the cultural heart of downtown with the Alabama and Lyric Theatres, and stand in the Civil Rights District at 16th Street Baptist Church and Kelly Ingram Park, where pivotal moments of history unfolded.
Along the way, enjoy st...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
We always carry premium, ice chilled bottles of water for our guests
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.
Meeting Points
Departure
Vulcan Park and Museum
Vulcan Park and Museum...1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
Meet at the ticket booth by the parking lot and sidewalk going up toward the statue
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Birmingham’s story of iron, fire, and civil rights on a half-day tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems.
See the best of the Magic City in just half a day. This guided 3–4 hour driving tour blends Birmingham’s most iconic landmarks with hidden gems only locals know.
Begin at Vulcan Park, home to the world’s largest cast-iron statue, then explore the city’s early days at Arlington House, Birmingham’s only remaining plantation home. Discover the cultural heart of downtown with the Alabama and Lyric Theatres, and stand in the Civil Rights District at 16th Street Baptist Church and Kelly Ingram Park, where pivotal moments of history unfolded.
Along the way, enjoy st...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
We always carry premium, ice chilled bottles of water for our guests
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.
Meeting Points
Departure
Vulcan Park and Museum
Vulcan Park and Museum...1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
Meet at the ticket booth by the parking lot and sidewalk going up toward the statue
Return
Itinerary
1
Heaviest Corner on Earth
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).
10 minutes
2
Morris Avenue
Our best preserved Victorian district...gaslights, cobblestones and all
20 minutes
3
Alabama Peanut Company
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.
5 minutes
4
Five Points South
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
5
5 Points South Fountain - The Storyteller by Frank Fleming
This is an intriguing (and controversial) artwork
6
Vulcan Park and Museum
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
30 minutes
7
Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens
Our only remaining Southern Plantation House
45 minutes
8
Rickwood Field Park
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
9
Civil Rights District
This area is the center of the Civil Rights Struggle that defined Birmingham in the 60's (and continues to do so even today)
10
16th Street Baptist Church
The very moving site of the bombing that slaughtered 4 children and cemented the Civil Rights Act of 1964
