Top 13 Atlanta History Tours

1.Atlanta’s Black History and Civil Rights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,330 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $74Our pick

Spend four hours touring Atlanta’s Black cultural and Civil Rights landmarks by air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Jeff, Ibrahim, Ebby, and Omar share local stories while you visit Sweet Auburn, the King Center, HBCU campuses, West End, Tyler Perry sites, and the Municipal Market. Expect several short photo stops, a possible food break, and a maximum of 27 people.

“Omar is the best tour guide. He showed us the Black historical gems of the city. We toured sites that were educational and inspirational!! We left floating on clouds of joy!”

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2.Martin Luther King Jr. History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 687 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Best value

Spend about 2.5 hours walking Atlanta’s Sweet Auburn neighborhood with guides such as Zoe, Joy, Jessica, Jay, or Nic. Visit the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, see Ebenezer Baptist Church and Prince Hall Grand Lodge from outside, pause at Jackson Street Bridge, and connect the movement’s leaders at the Civil Rights Walk of Fame.

“Excellent tour. Very educational and Nic was superb. He was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Don’t miss.”

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3.3-Hour Atlanta Beltline Food, Street Art and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 345 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Walk Atlanta’s Inman Park with guides such as Janice, Michael, Javi, and Javier, learning local history while sampling five foods and a cocktail. You’ll see Victorian homes, the BeltLine Eastside Trail, Krog Street Market, and the painted Krog Street Tunnel. Come hungry, wear good walking shoes, and give advance notice for dietary needs.

“This is a great tour with incredible food and a great history of the area. The tour guide, Javi, was exceptional!”

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4.2.5hr Guided Segway Tour of Historic Atlanta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 311 reviews · from $69

Learn to ride a Segway during a 15 to 30-minute training session, then follow a local guide through Cabbagetown, Oakland Cemetery, Old Fourth Ward, Inman Park, the BeltLine, and Downtown Atlanta. Guides such as Jet, Jett, Jeremy, and Steve lead the route, which includes a stop at Krog Street Market.

“The team was great. Did a wonderful job showing us how to ride the Segway, which was a blast. Jet did a great job showing us the city.”

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5.2 Hour Historic Market Food Tour and Hands-On Biscuit Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 251 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Spend two hours at Atlanta’s historic Sweet Auburn Curb Market, tasting dishes from four vendors and learning about the city’s food culture. Guides such as Ariel, Nic, Glenn, and Kristen lead the market walk and hands-on biscuit class. You’ll leave with a recipe card, fresh biscuits, and a full lunch.

“We had ab absolute great time. We learned a lot about the city and the history. I've lived in Atlanta since 1999 and I'm sad to say I've never visited the market l, however, after today I will be making the visit frequently. Kristin was amazing. She did an awesome job. One bit of advice is to bring cash for tips”

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6.2-Hour Food, History and Street Art Tour of Ponce City Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $95

Meet your guide at Ponce City Market for five generous tastings, local craft beer, and stories about the former Sears building. You’ll sample a burger, Cubano, Indian street food, gelato, a French pastry, and more, then walk Atlanta’s Beltline Eastside Trail to see street art. Guides such as David and Janice bring a warm, personal touch.

“Janice, our tour guide, did an excellent job of explaining the history of Ponce City. She was gracious and knowledgeable and a lot of fun! The food was great! The samples are large, and they are all delicious. We like the break when we were able to walk on the Beltline and see the art and people watch. This was a "Girls Weekend" event, and it was excellent!”

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7.Black History & Civil Rights City Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 151 reviews · 4 hours · from $69

Ride through Atlanta with guides such as Jeff, Omar, or Ebby, visiting Sweet Auburn, the King Center, the King birth home, historic neighborhoods, the Atlanta University Center, Tyler Perry Studios, and film sites. Expect stories, humor, photo stops, water, and a snack break for $69.

“It was great. Very informative. Very comforting was the ride. I enjoyed the stops. I enjoyed the stories the driver told.”

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8.Martin Luther King Historical Park Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 2h 30m · from $40

Spend 150 minutes walking 1.7 miles through Atlanta’s Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. An English-speaking guide such as Jay, Joy, Kristen, or Zoe connects Dr. King’s life to Atlanta’s wider civil rights story, with stops at the King Center, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Jackson Street Bridge, and more. Some entry tickets cost extra.

“Amazing tour with Joy. Captivating insights into Atlantas history and MLK jrs life. 10/10 recommend. Don’t miss out on this unique experience.”

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9.Beltline Food, Street Art, and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

Spend three hours eating your way through Inman Park with guides such as Michael, Janice, or Harvey. Six locally owned restaurants serve Southern classics, modern dishes, sweets, and a craft cocktail, with neighborhood history and Beltline murals along the way.

“Outstanding! A great way to learn about the history of Atlanta while enjoying the local foods.”

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10.Private Atlanta History Tour From Civil War to Civil Rights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $175

Trace Atlanta’s past from the Battle of Atlanta and Oakland Cemetery to the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site. Your private guide, including guides such as Chris, Dan, Melinda, or Julio, drives between stops and adds neighborhood context, murals, and local tips. Pickup is available in Midtown, Downtown, and Buckhead.

“Dan, our tour guide was excellent. He was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend over a group or bus tour.”

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11.Atlanta Historical Homes Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $93

Spend about three hours touring Atlanta’s historic districts and grand homes with pickup from select Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead hotels. You’ll enter the Governor’s Mansion, see the Swan House, stop for lunch at the Swan Coach House, and visit Rhodes Hall and Millennium Gate Museum. Guides such as Shelley and Stephanie have led past departures.

“The tour was amazing Shelly guide was very informative and fun I would definitely recommend the store or any other tour with Shelly. Had a fun day and learned a lot about the history ofAtlanta, the Districts the Homes etc Shelly knows her stuff… will definitely be doing more tours with her!”

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12.Historic Market Food Tour and Biscuit Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Spend two hours inside Atlanta’s historic Municipal Market with a guide such as Mila, Arielle, Glenn, Joy, or Kristin. Taste eight samples from four vendors, learn about peaches, collards, pecans, breads, and Atlanta food history, then make Southern biscuits by hand. The group is limited to 10 people.

“Joy was a fantastic tour guide! We learned a great deal of Atlanta food history and thoroughly enjoyed the tastings and biscuit making class. Highly recommend!”

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13.Atlanta Then and Now Private History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $140

Join guide Chris for a three-hour private drive through Atlanta’s past and present. You’ll visit Oakland Cemetery and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, then see Olympic Atlanta, historic neighborhoods, the Krog Street Tunnel, and the BeltLine. Pickup, bottled water, and private air-conditioned transport are included.

“Chris is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. He showed us parts of Atlanta we had not seen before. He aso provided some excellent restaurant recommendations. Would tour with him again.”

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