Best Walking Tours in Birmingham 2025

Birmingham , Alabama

From $ 70.00

On this three hour WALKING & DRIVING tour, you’ll travel around Birmingham to learn about the struggle for equal rights from the end of the Civil War up through the Civil Rights movement. Your tour will begin at the statue of Reverend Fred Shuttlesworth, the leader of the local movement Civil Rights struggle. We’ll discuss why the Civil Rights movement was needed and what led to segregation's fall. As you visit the major churches, parks and houses, you'll learn about a few groups who fought for Civil Rights in Birmingham and who fought against it.

Birmingham , Alabama

From $ 40.00

Unlock the Secrets of Birmingham’s Haunted Past with the Original Birmingham Ghost Walk. For 15 years we’ve been the true #1 Ghost Tour in the city, guiding brave souls through the shadows of Birmingham’s most haunted corners. Others may follow, but we are the original—the first to uncover the eerie truths that have long whispered through our streets. Our masterful guides will lead you through a journey unlike any other, revealing the chilling stories of ghostly apparitions, haunted mansions, and long-forgotten secrets lurking in hidden alleyways. With every step, you’ll feel the weight of the city’s dark past and the presence of those who never left. Believer or skeptic, one thing is certain—this is no ordinary tour. This is the Hotels, Churches, and Riots Ghost Walk, and it will leave you questioning what lies beyond. Dare to discover Birmingham’s true haunted history. Book now...if you’re ready to be haunted.

Birmingham , Alabama

From $ 50.00

This tour peals back the façade and reveals the true and devastating experience that was the day to day life of African Americans in the most segregated city in the country. Led by Wilhelmina Thomas, who is a storyteller, a needlewoman and a craftivist who grew up on the west side of Birmingham, Alabama in the Riley, Wenonah and Hillman communities. She attended Wenonah Elementary, Riley Elementary and Jones Valley High Schools. Her earliest memories include the church, the civic league and the Civil Rights Movement. It is these lived experiences which fuel passion about Afro, Afro American and Birmingham history.

Birmingham , Alabama

From $ 9.75

Go at your own pace, on your own schedule, and on your own terms. It's like a real-life tour guide, only it's on your phone, making it way more convenient and a better storyteller. The tour never expires. You can take it as many times as you want. And after taking the on-location tour, you'll unlock a virtual tour you can listen to anytime. Did you ever think, "What did the tour guide say?" With our Walking Tours app, you can listen anytime and keep the stories forever. You'll see the historic civil rights spots in Birmingham associated with Martin Luther King Jr., Fred Shuttlesworth, Project C, the Children's Crusades Marches, and much more. You'll learn about Jim Crow laws and how people fought for civil rights in Montgomery.

Birmingham , Alabama

From $ 65.99

What makes this tour unique? The Crusaders for Civil Rights -The Church, The Children and The Community, Birmingham, AL Tour, is a historical, American story that many will never forget. This tour tells the story of the evangelistic support in Birmingham and of the crusade for LOVE - the greatest commandment. We will explore the crusade of the brave children who marched for all our futures and the involvement of the business community that culminated to the passing of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. There are stories and activities that would make you want to cry, and others that would make you laugh, as our country continues to heal together.

Birmingham , Alabama

From $ 25.00

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Birmingham’s #1 Ghost Tour, where the thrill of the supernatural meets the city's rich history. This engaging walking tour invites you to explore Birmingham's eerie past, guided by passionate local experts sharing spine-tingling tales that shape the city’s haunted reputation. As you traverse the cobblestone streets, you'll encounter notorious spirits and chilling legends. Each night, the tour takes you through haunted locations like the infamous Linn Park and the historic Redmont Hotel. Your expert guide will regale you with ghost stories steeped in authenticity! Covering about a mile of haunted ground, the tour immerses you in the ambiance of these iconic sites without stepping inside any buildings. With each step, you'll gain a deeper connection to Birmingham’s eerie past, making this tour a captivating journey into the heart of its haunted legacy. Join us for a night of thrills and unforgettable memories!

Birmingham , Alabama

From $ 9.75

Where does Hank Williams Haunt? How did Madam Lou save the Magic City? Who haunts the Clark Building? Why did the Axe Syndicate hack up the locals? On our GPS Navigated, spookily narrated and music infused solo walking tour you'll discover Birmingham at your own pace and on your own schedule. Go anytime. The tour never expires. And for the price it's the best deal in the south. You’ll hear tales of the ghost of Hank Williams, The Axe Syndicate, old Madam Lou, the children that haunt the Clark Building and the librarian that just won’t give up his duties, to name a few. This spooky and historical adventure begins at the front doors of the haunted Redmont Hotel.