A tour of Atlanta in 5 historical sites

Atlanta, the capital of the populous state of Georgia in the south of America, is a city known for its important role in the American civil war and civil rights movement of the sixties. Atlanta is consequently steeped in history, with perhaps its most famous resident being Dr Martin Luther King Junior, the leader of the American civil rights movement. Dotted around the city you can find incredible museums showcasing the city’s long and important history, plus enormous parks where you can trace the American civil rights movement. Contact Brightsun Travel about our exclusive Atlanta flights offers all year round.

Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site

An absolute must-see in Atlanta is the massive Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site that traces the life of the famous American civil rights leader who was born in Atlanta. Here you will find out more about what inspired his life’s work. From the historic site you can stroll along a mile and a half landscaped trail, or ‘Freedom Park’, to reach the Carter Center.

The Carter Center

The Carter Center is a museum complex in Atlanta that is devoted to the advancement of human rights in the USA and globally, and is a memorial to Jimmy Carter, who was the President of the United States between 1977 and 1981. The museum has lovely gardens, including a Japanese and butterfly garden, and, located on a hilltop in the city, has great views of downtown Atlanta.

Center for Civil and Human Rights

The Center for Civil and Human Rights is located in the grounds of the gorgeous Centennial Park. The centre is an elegant, contemporary museum that was built in 2014 at a cost of $68 million. The building itself has attracted much attention in the city, whilst its contents are devoted to the American civil rights and global human rights movement.

Martin Luther King Jr Birthplace

The humble home of the famous American civil rights leader, Dr Martin Luther King Junior, is now open to visitors within popular guided tours. Go early as they fill up quickly. Dr Martin Luther King Junior was born and buried in Atlanta and his home located in the same vicinity as the Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site is definitely worth the extra 30 minutes it takes to tour the house.

Ebenezer Baptist Church

End your tour of Atlanta’s long civil rights history at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, the home of the congregation that was once led by the civil rights leader Dr Martin Luther King Junior, and one of the most well-known churches in America. You can go to any Sunday morning service here when the church attracts hundreds of visitors or you can log on to a weekly live streaming.

Getting there

Brightsun Travel can organise cheap flights to Atlanta all year round, with a range of European and American airlines, taking you into the heart of the city in under 10 hours from London.

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