Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights
At a glance
Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights is a 3h – 4h small-group experience in Birmingham, USA, operated by The Birmingham Historic Touring Company. Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 45 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $100 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, We always carry premium, ice chilled bottles of water for our guests.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 3 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 10 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h – 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 3 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
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 stories of iron and industry, sports legends at Rickwood Field, and Southern flavors from tucked-away food stops. The tour is flexible, with time to tailor stops to your interests — from civil rights to architecture, sports, or local cuisine.
What's included
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.
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
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).
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Stop 2 · 20m
Our best preserved Victorian district...gaslights, cobblestones and all
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Stop 3 · 5m
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.
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Stop 4
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
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Stop 5
This is an intriguing (and controversial) artwork
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Stop 6 · 30m
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
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Stop 7 · 45m
Our only remaining Southern Plantation House
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Stop 8
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 -
Stop 9
This area is the center of the Civil Rights Struggle that defined Birmingham in the 60's (and continues to do so even today)
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Stop 10 · 30m
The very moving site of the bombing that slaughtered 4 children and cemented the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Meeting point
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
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Experience Birmingham - The Historic Highlights take?
The experience lasts about 3h – 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
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..
Where does it start?
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
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 45 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Birmingham.
