2.5 Hour Atlanta Local Food + Victorian Cemetery Tour
Description
Sink your teeth into Southern history on this unforgettable culinary adventure through Grant Park, Atlanta! On this 2.5-hour food and history tour, you’ll indulge in 8 crave-worthy tastings, from soul-warming classics to bold new spins on Southern favorites, at 3 of our favorite local restaurants. Each bite tells a story, blending centuries of culinary innovation with the flavors that define the South today. As you stroll through the picturesque Grant Park neighborhood and the storied grounds of Oakland Cemetery (one of Atlanta's top tourist destinations), your small group will explore the lives of the trailblazers and pioneers who helped turn Atlanta into the cultural and foodie capital it is today. Led by one of our passionate local guides, you’ll uncover how food has fueled change, built community, and preserved tradition, proving that Atlanta truly is the city built on food. Come hungry for history and ready to discover the delicious side of the South you never knew existed!
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This is the meeting point for the tour. Guests will meet their tour guide outside Six Feet Under restaurant, directly across from Oakland Cemetery, and head around the corner for the introduction to the tour. Street parking nearby is encouraged. Then, enjoy incredible shrimp and grits and fried catfish and okra with a cucumber wasabi soy sauce at Grant Park's most popular restaurant and one of the city's top seafood spots. The patio is legendary with stunning views of both the city and the cemetery and guests will be seated in their bubbles at separate outdoor tables.
Discover Victorian houses and learn history of the city on our way to Oakland Cemetery. This does not go to the park in Grant Park neighborhood.
Discover the early notables of Atlanta, now the residents of Oakland Cemetery, and how food impacted the growth of the city during this 40 minute guided tour of Oakland. Your ticket price includes a donation to the Historic Oakland Foundation, dedicated to preserving the historic cemetery.
Compare a modern take on a popular dish early Atlantans would have eaten and a modern pizza dish! You'll also enjoy a cocktail sample from a local distillery. Firepit Pizza Tavern is owned by Leslie Cohen, who won Cutthroat Kitchen.
Try two to-go desserts from this James Beard nominated bakery, which is heavily involved in the local community and dedicated to improving the working conditions of the food service industry.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. The tour is over 1 easy miles through Grant Park with plenty of rest stops. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water!
- Operates in all weather conditions, rain or shine; please dress appropriately and carry an umbrella.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Any food restrictions must be put in your booking notes or customers must contact us 24 hours before the tour for any menu changes to be acommodated.
Reviews(709)
Cool way to learn about Atlanta’s history! Super knowledgable and friendly guide! Great food and drinks!
Great food, drinks, and stories. Definitely worth doing while in Atlanta. We laughed and learned a lot from our knowledgeable tour guide.
Delaney was an absolutely fantastic tour guide. This tour was the perfect blend of great food and history. I would highly recommend it!
It was excellent! Good food, happy attitude and full of energy with our tour guide Delaney. The work group was raving about the unique experience. Would highly recommend.
Kristin is a great tour guide, learned about the history of food, cemetery and Atlanta. We had laughs and great food.
Arielle was so amazing. She brought so much energy and knowledge to this tour. I learned so much about Atlanta. What I loved most was that she was so balanced. She knew just the right amount of information to give to not make it seem overwhelming. The food choices were good as well. The first place (Six Feet Under) was the all star. The second place was meh by comparison and the dessert option was delicious. She then recommended activities we could do after which was right on the money.
Kristin was our tour guide, and she was absolutely wonderful. She made the history sound interesting and fun, and brought us to wonderful food spots such as Six Feet Under, Little Tart, and Fire Pit. Truly was an exciting experience, 10/10 would recommend.
Had a great time on the tour, Courtney was super fun and knowledgeable on ATL history and had a ton of fun facts It was a good team experience
Courtney was an amazing tour guide, full of energy and knowledge about Atlanta’s history. This was a great way to learn about the city’s history through food and walking through historical landmarks like Oakland Cemetery. Would highly recommend booking this tour!
Courtney was great! High energy and very engaging. Would definitely recommend as a corporate outing.
