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Ebenezer Baptist Church

Ebenezer Baptist Church

0.11km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Ebenezer Baptist Church which was founded in 1886 is an evangelical Christian Baptist church located in Atlanta, United States, affiliated with the Progressive National Baptist Convention. It is one of the main attractions in Fulton county.

Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr

Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr

0.24km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Fulton County, Georgia is the birthplace of the iconic civil rights leader and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Martin Luther King Jr. On January 15th, 1929, Reverend Martin Luther King Sr. and Alberta Williams King welcomed their son into the world at a former slave plantation in this region of northwest Georgia near Atlanta. The young family lived from 1934 to 1941 in a modest but comfortable home on Auburn Avenue in Atlanta's oldest African American community.

Jackson Street Bridge

Jackson Street Bridge

0.46km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The Jackson Street Bridge is a bridge on the Passaic River between Newark and Harrison, New Jersey. The swing bridge is the 6th bridge from the river's mouth at Newark Bay and is 4.6 miles upstream from it. Opened in 1903 and substantially rehabilitated in 1991 it is listed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places and is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.The bridge was re-lamped in 2012.

Krog Street tunnel

Krog Street tunnel

0.85km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The Krog Street Tunnel is an iconic local landmark. Located near Atlanta's historic Inman Park, the tunnel is a major public transportation route, as well as a pedestrian shortcut and popular photo opp. With its high arches and covered walls that are painted regularly by both professional and amateur muralists, it has also become an outdoor art gallery recognized worldwide.

Oakland Cemetery

Oakland Cemetery

0.85km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Oakland Cemetery is one of the largest cemetery green spaces, in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Founded as Atlanta Cemetery in 1850 on six acres (2.4 hectares) of land southeast of the city, it was renamed in 1872 to reflect the large number of oak and magnolia trees growing in the area.

Krog Street Tunnel

Krog Street Tunnel

0.97km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The Krog Street Tunnel is an iconic destination known for its street art, vibrant energy, and eclectic vibe. Located in the Inman Park district near the Old Fourth Ward, the tunnel provides a cultural touchstone for locals and visitors alike. Visitors can explore many different murals that line nearly every inch of the tunnel – it's estimated that there are almost 150 works of public art, including 2D and 3D pieces from celebrated local artists.

Woodruff Park

Woodruff Park

1.41km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Woodruff Park, named for Robert W. Woodruff, is located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta, Georgia. The park's 6 acres are north of Edgewood Ave, between Peachtree Street NE and Park Place NE. The park includes two fountains, a performance pavilion, and several monuments. It is one of the places to spend your valuable leisure time.

Georgia State Capitol

Georgia State Capitol

1.58km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The Georgia State Capitol is an architecturally and historically significant building in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The building has been named a National Historic Landmark which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As the primary office building of Georgia's government, the capitol houses the offices of the governor, lieutenant governor, and secretary of state on the second floor, chambers in which the General Assembly, consisting of the Georgia State Senate

Historic Fourth Ward Park

Historic Fourth Ward Park

1.67km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Historic Fourth Ward Park is a park built on the site of the old Ponce de Leon amusement park, in the Old Fourth Ward of Atlanta, just south of Ponce City Market and just west of the BeltLine trail. The park includes a pond with a path around it and has an aerator fountain to keep it from stagnating. An amphitheater, cushioned with bermudagrass, surrounds part of the pond.

SkyView Atlanta

SkyView Atlanta

1.71km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

SkyView Atlanta is an iconic Ferris wheel located in downtown Atlanta's Historic Fourth Ward and offers riders a fantastic view of the city. From this 230-foot steel giant, guests can experience breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views ranging from Stone Mountain to the Westside. The ride can accommodate up to 144 passengers at once and its 24 enclosed gondolas provide climate-controlled comfort during the 20 minute round trip.

Centennial Olympic Park

Centennial Olympic Park

1.75km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

This Park is an oasis of sports and recreation. It offers something for everyone, from mountain biking trails to a 24-acre lake for swimming and fishing. With four playgrounds and over two miles of nature trails, there are plenty of activities to keep families having fun outdoors. challenging canoeing and kayaking opportunities await on the lake, while campers can sleep out under the stars. And the park's athletic fields offer a wide range of options for those who want to get competitive.

Children's Museum of Atlanta

Children's Museum of Atlanta

1.83km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The Children's Museum of Atlanta is a children's museum located in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1988 as a "Museum Without Walls," the museum opened to the public in 2003. The 16,316-square-foot museum, one of four children's museums in Georgia, includes exhibits designed for and geared toward children under the age of nine and hosts field trips from schools and learning centers throughout North Georgia.

World of Coca-Cola

World of Coca-Cola

1.91km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The World of Coca-Cola is a museum, located in Atlanta, Georgia, showcasing the history of The Coca-Cola Company. The 20-acre complex opened to the public on May 24, 2007, relocating from and replacing the original exhibit, which was founded in 1990 in Underground Atlanta.There are various similar World of Coca-Cola stores in locations such as Las Vegas and Disney Springs.

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

1.95km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The Jimmy Carter Library and Museum in Atlanta, Georgia houses U.S. President Jimmy Carter's papers and other material relating to the Carter administration and the Carter family's life. The library also hosts special exhibits, such as Carter's Nobel Peace Prize and a full-scale replica of the Oval Office as it was during the Carter Administration, including a reproduction of the Resolute desk.

CNN Studio Tours

CNN Studio Tours

1.95km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

CNN Studio Tours offer a unique and exciting experience for media enthusiasts. Visitors can explore all five levels of the broadcast facility and view an exclusive collection of artifacts, artwork and memorabilia that narrate CNN's 35-year history. here is a behind-the-scenes peek at CNN newsgathering operations as guests witness some of the most compelling newscasts in action. With knowledgeable tour guides providing insight into various aspects of the production process.

Ponce City Market

Ponce City Market

1.98km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Ponce City Market is a shopping and entertainment destination. Situated in an historic building, it was once the site of the old Sears Roebuck & Co. department store. Ponce City Market has been revitalized and now features over two hundred vendors offering diverse goods such as jewelry, clothing and home decor; specialty restaurants; indoor mini-golf; a movie theater outfitted with luxury recliners; rooftop entertainment options with views of downtown Atlanta and the Chattahoochee River.

National Center for Civil and Human Rights

National Center for Civil and Human Rights

2.01km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights is a museum dedicated to the achievements of both the civil rights movement in the United States and the broader worldwide human rights movement. Located in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, the museum opened to the public on June 23, 2014.

Bank of America Plaza

Bank of America Plaza

2.02km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Bank of America Plaza is a skyscraper located in between Midtown Atlanta and Downtown Atlanta. At 311.8 m , the tower is the 107th-tallest building in the world. It is the 21st tallest building in the U.S., the tallest building in Georgia, and the tallest building in any U.S. state capital, overtaking the 250 m , 50-story One Atlantic Center in height, which previously held the record as Georgia's tallest building.

Centennial Olympic Park

Centennial Olympic Park

2.05km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Centennial Olympic Park is a 22-acre public park located in downtown Atlanta, Georgia owned and operated by the Georgia World Congress Center Authority. It was built by the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games as part of the infrastructure improvements for the 1996 Summer Olympics.

Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame

Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame

2.05km from Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

The College Football Hall of Fame is a hall of fame and interactive attraction devoted to college football. The National Football Foundation (NFF) founded the Hall in 1951 to immortalize the players and coaches of college football.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA

The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park consists of several buildings in Atlanta, Georgia, including Martin Luther King Jr.'s boyhood home and the original Ebenezer Baptist Church, the church where King was baptized and both his father Martin Luther King Sr. and he were pastors. These places, critical to the interpretation of the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy as a leader of the American Civil Rights Movement, were included in the former national historic site establis