Top Atlanta Half-day Tours

Discover a new side of Atlanta—and see the city's landmarks all lit up after dark—on this small-group, nighttime sightseeing tour. Meet your guide right in Downtown Atlanta, hop aboard your shuttle vehicle, and set off as the sun starts to set. You'll see local highlights ranging from Centennial Park and Mercedes Benz Stadium to Ponce City Market, the Old 4th Ward District, and more.

Familiarize yourself with Atlanta’s highlights without worrying about renting a car when you join a guided sightseeing tour. Sit back and relax as a local driver/guide transports you through some of Atlanta’s top neighborhoods, including Old Fourth Ward, Inman Park and Midtown, and get an up-close look at civil rights monuments such as the Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site, as you listen in to expert commentary.

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.

Atlanta is known as "the Black Mecca" for its wealth of African-American culture and history—and this half-day, small-group tour offers a comprehensive introduction to the city's key neighborhoods, landmarks, and more. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, meet your guide in Downtown Atlanta, and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle. See neighborhoods like Sweet Auburn, visit local Civil Rights landmarks, immerse yourself in Black arts and culture, and more.

Georgia's Stone Mountain is located well outside Atlanta's city limits. Simplify your visit to the park with this half-day small-group tour. Learn about the natural history of this large mountain of granite at attractions, explore the nature trails, visit the Stone Mountain Museum, and take the cable car to the summit (own expense) for incredible views of the surrounding Georgia landscape. Plus, enjoy plenty of free time to explore as you wish.

Take a break from exploring the bars of downtown Atlanta and discover the vineyards within North Georgia Wine Country on this half-day tour. This private experience handles the driving so you can sip and savor to your delight. Ride through the rolling hills in search of two of the state’s celebrated wineries. First, you’ll sample the vino of Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard and Winery before heading to Ott Farms and Vineyard for a total of 9 tastings.

Explore the history of the beloved beverage brand at World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta—the dynamic, multimedia home of Coke’s secret formula. Get closer than ever to the vault that holds the secret Coca-Cola recipe, snap a picture with the Coca-Cola Polar Bear, taste drinks from around the world, experiment with different flavors to create your own drink, and more.

Walk the streets of Atlanta historic Inman Park on a half-day guided walking tour and learn why this popular destination ranks tops among Atlanta's diverse food neighborhoods. Discover its history, sample regional delights and local cuisine from locally-owned restaurants, and explore the street art of the area like a local.

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.

If you only have a short amount of time in Atlanta, see the highlights of the city in just half a day on this small-group driving tour. Meet your guide in the morning, hop aboard the vehicle, and set off. You'll visit Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead neighborhoods; view landmarks like Centennial Olympic Park, SkyView Atlanta, and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site. Don't worry about getting hungry; stop at Krog Street Market, a historic food hall with diverse eateries.

Explore the film and TV locations of Atlanta on a 3-hour private tour that includes pickup and drop-off. Travel in a comfortable private vehicle through the 'Hollywood of the South' and see locations from popular movies such as Black Panther, The Avengers, Loki, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and more. Your guide shares commentary about the sites and movie lore of Atlanta throughout your tour, which includes private vehicle and guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

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. Discover the Soul of Atlanta with Chit Chat Atlanta Tours There's more to Atlanta than what’s written in textbooks. On the Black History & Civil Rights Tour, guests walk the same streets where Dr. King was born, preached, marched, and organized. You'll stand before Ebenezer Baptist Church, explore Sweet Auburn Avenue, and stroll along the Civil Rights Walk of Fame. Yet the deeper magic lies off the beaten path—in the halls of Booker T. Washington High School where King was educated, at legendary soul food spots like Paschal’s where strategies were made over collard greens, and at Morehouse College, where young Martin found his voice. #BlackHistory #CivilRights #MLK

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.

Discover the *Stranger Things* film locations in Atlanta with ease on this half-day private tour. A guide knows the quickest ways to reach the different sites where key scenes from the show were shot. Plus, you’ll ride comfortably in a private vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off included, while you listen to your guide tell you behind-the-scenes info as you go.

Explore the world of slavery in Atlanta visiting original plantations and slave burial sites. Travel to Historical sites that left a social and cultural impact within the African American community. Our tours are designed to be thought-provoking and engaging experiences. Your guides are knowledgeable and trained to deliver a top-notch experience!

Atlanta is a city rife with history, especially from the Civil Rights era. Climb aboard a comfortable vehicle and get a closer look at the city’s Black history with your guide and small group. Drive down Auburn Avenue, learn about Black innovation at the Apex Museum, and see the birthplace and memorial tomb of Dr. Martin Luther King all over the course of the tour.

See Atlanta by bicycle on a tour that features beautiful neighborhoods, local artists, and historic landmarks. Cycling Atlanta can be intimidating if you don’t know the city's safe bike routes, but this tour is designed to follow quiet roads and paths. Along the way, you’ll get a local take on Atlanta’s vibrant culture, from a graffiti hotspot to the tree-lined lanes of Inman Park.

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.

Seeing central Atlanta’s historic sites, landmarks, and architecture more quickly and efficiently than you could on foot when you opt for a Segway tour. After a safety briefing, hop on your Segway and visit the elegant homes in Ansley Park; the restaurant district; plus Centennial Olympic Park, host of the 1996 Olympic games and much more.

From "Stranger Things" to Marvel movies, so many movies and tv shows are filmed in Atlanta that it's nicknamed Y'allywood. Unlike standard set tours, this private tour takes you through several filming locations on an itinerary that's entirely tailored to your preferences. Choose from a wide variety of filming locations based on your interests and fandoms.

Explore Atlanta through the lens of the Civil Rights movement on this Martin Luther King Jr.-themed walking tour of the Sweet Auburn neighborhood. See where the iconic Civil Rights leader worked and lived as you visit sites such as Ebenezer Baptist Church, the King Center, and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. Throughout, your guide shares facts and stories about the Civil Rights movement in Atlanta.

With over 300 painted walls and multiple mural festivals, Atlanta has a vibrant street art, mural, and graffiti scene featuring murals by international, national, and local artists. The walls are always evolving with new murals going up and old murals being buffed which means the tour is fluid and always changing. The tour will be customized towards your interests and preferences. With a mixture of driving and walking, we will visit sites like Cabbagetown, the iconic Krog Street Tunnel, Old Fourth Ward skatepark, Midtown, Little 5 Points, East Atlanta Village, and more!

Blue Adventures Georgia tours are private, small-group adventures through metro Atlanta and beyond, digging into the history, nature, and culture that make this place tick — all through a local lens and with a progressive heart. I’ve been sharing Atlanta’s popular sights and hidden treasures for nearly two decades and I never get tired of seeing peoples’ preconceived ideas about Georgia change and expand. It really is an amazing place to discover. So, let’s get you better acquainted with the Capital of the new South.