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Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312
404 331 5190
As featured in 3 days in Atlanta
Ranked #2 of 173 attractions in Atlanta
4.5 of 5 stars 202 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Fee: No
Owner description: Start at the visitor center and then work your way around the three main sites in this historic park: the home in which the leader of the Civil Rights...... more » Owner description: Start at the visitor center and then work your way around the three main sites in this historic park: the home in which the leader of the Civil Rights movement in America was born, the church where he preached and the memorial site where he is buried. A major Atlanta attraction, the park draws some 500,000 visitors each year. « less
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Sandys, Bermuda
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

Need at least 2 days to cover everything, they have done an excellent job in restoring the area More

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Yonkers, New York
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

my thanks to my friend heneritta & husband for taking use around atl. & this beautiful site. More

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Hartford, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

MLK Jr to me is one of the greatest men that our world has ever known and I personally think every human being in America should come here lest we forget the darkest hours of our American fabric that was stained by hate and racism. The memorial exhibits are not that large but impactful as they take you through all... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW
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I went on a Sunday, when people were going to church. A wonderful neighborhood rich with history and a fitting tribute to Dr. King's memory. More

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Herndon, Virginia, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

We only had time for a brief stop at the visitor's center but were able to view a movie on Dr. King's life. The center gives an excellent insight into the neighborhood in which he grew up. Then there is the bookstore, where you can pick up books written by Dr. King and his widow. More

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South Gloucestershire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Second visit but still impressive and FREE. Don't forget to visit the Ebenezer Chapel nearby where M L King, his father and grandfather all were pastors. More

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Spokane, Washington
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

The site was amazing. Best of all and the biggest surprise to us was it was free to visit. More

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Oxford, North Carolina
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Nice "free" historical place to visit ! Truly a must see. More

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Shelby, North Carolina
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW
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Atlanta has become an international city and this has become an international destination. Let me pass on some tips to assist you in planning your visit to the King National Historic Site. My advice is to begin your visit at Freedom Hall where you can sign up for a free guided tour inside Dr. King's childhood home. Space on the... More

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Sedalia, MO
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

I had the opportunity to worship at Ebenezer Baptist Church. I found the worship service and the visit to the MLK District to be peaceful and spiritually fulfilling. I highly recommend a visit. More

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