Footsteps to Freedom: Audio Tour of Birmingham
Self-Guided Walking Tour of Birmingham’s Civil Rights District
What to Expect
Follow Footsteps to Freedom on a self-guided audio walking tour through Birmingham’s Civil Rights District. Starting at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, you’ll explore Kelly Ingram Park, the 16th Street Baptist Church, and sculptures honoring foot soldiers, ministers, and local leaders. Continue past St. Paul United Methodist, the Ballard House, and the A.G. Gaston Motel, then step into the jazz and business legacy of the 4th Avenue Historic District, Carver Theatre, and the Alabama Theatre. Location-triggered audio in the Drives & Detours app lets you pause, linger, or replay stops as you connect with the people, protests, and places that helped change a nation.
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📍 Location: Birmingham, AL
🚶♂️ Type: Walking tour
⏱ Duration: Approx. 2 hours (flexible)
✅ Includes: App download, GPS-triggered audio, No expiration
📶 Works Offline: Download ahead of time - no cell service required
🎧 Multiple Languages: English, Spanish