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Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights

Birmingham, Alabama
From 3 hours to 4 hours
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What You Will Do

This is a good overview of some of the hidden (and not so hidden) historic sites around the Magic City that covers what YOU are interested in. We start at the largest cast iron statue in the world and then proceed to a truly hidden gem of roasted and boiled peanuts. Then on to our only remaining plantation house to finish the discussions on the origins of the city. After that it is very much a choose your own adventure!

Interested in sports? We have the oldest ballpark in the United States and one of the oldest football stadiums. The Southern Negro League Museum and the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame are possibilities too!

Civil Rights? We can give you an overview on that with a stop by several of the major sites.

We have had guests request some true Southern food, and we can of course take you to absolute best off the path places to try our regions cuisine.

Due to the outside nature of some of the sites, if the weather is bad this tour is subject to cancelation due to weather.

What's Included?

  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Bottled water
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Snacks

Cancellation Policy

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

Itinerary

Meeting Point

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Vulcan Park and Museum

From 3 hours to 4 hours

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


Additional Information

This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: The Birmingham Historic Touring Company.

Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Guide Options

  • Guide - English

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