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Escape the hustle and bustle of the city with this private, self-guided scavenger hunt through Piedmont Park. Explore landmarks and hidden gems at your own pace while solving challenges, puzzles, and trivia to earn points. Enjoy the flexibility to start anytime and experience the park's serene atmosphere with friends or family.

Sample delicious Southern dishes and learn about Atlanta's history during a leisurely small-group walking tour. Stop into local eateries for tastings that might include dishes such as shrimp and grits and fried catfish and okra. Stroll past striking Victorian homes and explore the historic Oakland Cemetery, while your guide shares insights about the food scene and history of Atlanta.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and can follow rigid itineraries with tight schedules. This self-guided audio tour of Atlanta traces the city’s Civil Rights Movement history in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood. Start at the Atlanta Breakfast Club, visit sites exploring Martin Luther King’s life and legacy, see many churches linked to the historic movement, and more. You’ll also venture off the historic path a little to catch skyline views of Atlanta.

See the highlights of Atlanta on a 5-hour bus tour that includes stops at key sites such as the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. Your guide shares commentary throughout the tour as you travel to Krog Street Market, Ponce City Market, Centennial Olympic Park, Atlantic Station, and more. Have time to purchase lunch at the CNN Center, and enjoy a drive through the Buckhead neighborhood to view stately mansions. Includes guide, driver, and transportation in a climate-controlled coach.

Learn all about Atlanta's role during the Civil War, and discover the city's wealth of history, on this private, full-day driving tour. Meet your guide in the morning at your local accommodation, hop aboard your luxury vehicle, and set off. You'll learn about General Sherman's March at Kennesaw Mountain, will visit Archibald Smith Plantation Home, will see the final resting place of Union soldiers at Marietta National Cemetery, and much more.

Walk in the footsteps of Margaret Mitchell, the Pulitzer-Prize winning author of Gone with the Wind on this private tour. Visit the Atlanta apartment where she lived and wrote her famous novel, and see the Georgian Terrace Hotel where the film’s premiere was celebrated. Learn little known facts and insights with your personal guide as you stop at noteworthy landmarks and locations from the book and from the author’s life.

Get a comprehensive overview of Atlanta's culture and street art scene in just a few hours. See some of the city’s most notable murals, graffiti, and installations and hear the stories behind each piece from your guide. Ask your guide for hidden gems in areas including Cabbagetown, Krog Street Tunnel, and the Atlanta BeltLine.

See many of Atlanta’s key landmarks and neighborhoods, all in a single tour—and enjoy a luxurious way to explore—on this private SUV tour. Meet your driver in central Atlanta (or at your local accommodation, upon request), and hop aboard your vehicle. See neighborhoods like Inman Park, Little Five Points, and Cabbagetown; pass by Underground Atlanta and Centennial Olympic Park; and hear stories about the city as you go.

Discover Atlanta’s historic homes with a knowledgeable guide on this small-group half-day tour. Cruise through the Buckhead area, then stop outside the Governor’s Mansion and Swan House before lunch (own expense) at the Swan Coach House. Afterwards, stop outside Rhodes House and the Margaret Mitchell House, drive through the Midtown District, and stop at the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center.

Our expertly curated half-day tour is your ticket to Atlanta's captivating story! From its historic roots to its modern vibrancy and promising future, you'll experience the best of the city, including a delicious lunch stop at the famous Ponce City Market. Forget the airport blues – let us take you on an unforgettable exploration of Atlanta's rich history, diverse culture, and stunning architecture. Don't miss out – book your half-day adventure today!

Discover the rich African-American heritage and culture of Atlanta, which is often called the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement, on this half-day tour. Travel down Auburn Avenue, the famous neighborhood lined with churches and Black-owned businesses. Learn about Booker T Washington, known as the Great Black Educator, and visit Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s residence. Plus, a small group limited to 13 travelers ensures an intimate atmosphere well suited to the topics you'll be learning about.

Immerse yourself in Atlanta’s history and learn more about the life of MLK than you would on your own on this walking tour. Meet your guide, and explore the city as you learn about Dr Martin Luther King Jr’s life and work. Learn about the historical backdrop that he grew up in, see where he was born, and visit exhibitions that detail his social and civil rights activism.

This one-of-a-kind 3.5-hour Atlanta adventure from Unexpected Atlanta Tours blends gourmet food, mind-bending puzzles, and jaw-dropping stories in one of Atlanta’s most dynamic neighborhoods. You’ll enjoy nine delicious tastings at four top Midtown restaurants—each stop part of the bigger mystery. As you savor creative spins on classic Southern flavors, your group will team up to solve riddles, follow hidden clues, and uncover the untold stories of Midtown’s past. From the scandalous secrets of Margaret Mitchell to the fabulous rise of RuPaul, you’ll discover how women, rebels, and change-makers shaped the streets you’re walking. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled—historic clues are hiding in plain sight, from forgotten architecture to sidewalks with stories. This tour is part food crawl, part scavenger hunt, and all fun. By the end, you’ll see Midtown through new eyes—and you might even be hungry for more mystery.

From museums and street art to historical sites and modern hotspots, Atlanta has a lot to offer visitors. This private tour lets you create your perfect day in Atlanta by customizing your sightseeing itinerary to suit the interests of you and your group. Pick your areas of interest, and then let your guide design your experience down to the detail, including providing transportation around the sprawling Atlanta area.

Immerse yourself in Atlanta's upscale neighborhoods on a private group tour. Discover the history and Southern culture as we visit historical homes and neighborhoods. Marvel at the Swan House and Governor's Mansion, learning intriguing facts about their residents. Enjoy convenient local pickup and round-trip transportation. Indulge in lunch at the renowned Swan Coach House (lunch price not included). Please note that private events may require an alternate location for lunch. Uncover the captivating history of Georgia housed within a stunning Roman triumphal arch at the Millennium Gate Museum. Experience interactive technology, films, period rooms, and exhibitions narrating the state's story from pre-Columbian times to the present day. Built in 2008, this museum preserves Georgia's art, culture, and philanthropic heritage. A winner of the Palladio Award, it stands as the second largest classical monument in the USA. Unveil Atlanta's best-kept secret at the heart of the city.

Follow the history of Atlanta, from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, on this private walking and driving tour through the city. Enjoy a fully personalized and immersive way to see the city, and discover well-known sights, as well as hidden corners you might miss if exploring on your own. Look forward to visiting the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, plus the site of the Battle of Atlanta, the famous Oakland Cemetery, and more.

Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do in Atlanta? If so, you should definitely check out the Sweet Auburn Famous History & Food Tour! The tour begins at the start of Sweet Auburn and continues to the Municipal Market, where you'll have the opportunity to see one of the city's best-known landmarks located in the Historic Sweet Auburn District. You'll also learn about the area's rich history and sample some of the delicious food that the district is famous for. This tour is an intense and intimate look at the community that what was once called "the richest Negro street in America" and is still called "the birthplace of a king. "

Learn all about Atlanta’s African-American history and culture on this private driving tour. Choose from multiple start times, meet your guide right at your hotel (if pickup requested), and hop aboard your private vehicle. You’ll discover highlights like the Ebenezer Baptist Church of Atlanta, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, and historically Black colleges as your guide shares stories about Atlanta’s Black culture and community, from the 1900s to the present day.

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! Embark on "Atlanta’s Best and Historic Treasures – Private Walking Tour," an intimate journey into the heart of the city's civil rights legacy and architectural marvels. Start at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, walking the same paths MLK did, enveloped in history and inspiration. Capture Atlanta's sprawling skyline from the iconic Jackson Street Bridge, a photographer's dream. Stroll through Sweet Auburn, a historic district pulsating with the city's rich heritage. Reflect at The King Center on Dr. King's life and enduring legacy, visiting his final resting place. Conclude with the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame, honoring the luminaries of justice and equality. This private tour weaves a narrative of Atlanta's past and present, offering a personal connection to its monumental stories and sights.

This private tour is an overview of one of the most important figures in U.S. History. Discover the life of Martin Luther King Jr. from his formative years as a youth growing up on Auburn Ave, once called the riches African-American streets in the world by Fortune magazine and his impact as the leader of the Civil Rights Movement on this 4-hour guided tour, which includes lunch. Hear stories of Dr. King’s Economic, Social and Religious background. Visit a variety of locations throughout the Martin Luther King Center, Auburn Ave and city that are pivotal to his fight for civil rights freedom and that honor his legacy. Get insiders knowledge of life during the Jim Crow Era from local guides who lived thru the era or received family stories from generation to generations. We connect the dots – bridging aspects of Atlanta’s history, current events, political, lifestyle – vibes, highlight it’s neighborhoods, communities favorite restaurants is included.

We recommend that you take this tour early in your trip. Customized to you and your visit, your private tour guide will handle all the driving while showing you city centers, neighborhoods, street art, city history, stadiums, and so much more. After this tour, you will have a good overview and understanding of the city of Atlanta. We’ll also suggest activities and restaurants that are worth your time and discourage ones that may not line up with your interests. Mostly a driving tour with a few options for walking portions.  Does not include admission to museums or tourist attractions.

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! Embark on a captivating 3-hour private tour of Atlanta’s vibrant street art scene. With comfortable transportation, this curated journey includes a stroll through the ever-changing Krog Street Tunnel, a visit to the artistic haven of East Atlanta, the bohemian charm of Little Five Points, and a profound experience at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site. Our expert guide will provide insights into the cultural significance and stories behind the murals, creating an immersive exploration of Atlanta’s public and street art. Throughout the tour, discover unique stories and explore Atlanta from a different perspective, learning about the city’s history, heritage and legacy as well.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a curious local, Chit Chat Atlanta Tours offers more than sightseeing—it’s a journey into the culture, courage, and creativity that define the city. Let Atlanta tell you her story. You just have to walk it.